[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 10 (Wednesday, January 21, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E87]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING LEMONT POLICE CHIEF KEVIN SHAUGHNESSY

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 21, 2015

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Lemont Police Chief 
Kevin Shaughnessy who is retiring from the force after 11 years as 
Chief of Police.
   Chief Shaughnessy received his Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice 
from Arizona State University and his Master's Degree in criminal 
justice from Chicago State University. His first position in law 
enforcement was with the Illinois State Police and he served with that 
force for 25 years. During this time Chief Shaughnessy was selected to 
be Commander of the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force. With this 
position, he worked closely with area police chiefs to establish one of 
the largest and most successful violent crime task forces in the 
nation. In 2003, Chief Shaughnessy was selected from over 60 qualified 
candidates to lead the Lemont Police Department.
   As chief, Kevin Shaughnessy has overseen various programs offered to 
Lemont residents including Neighborhood Watch, 911 Emergency Cell 
Phones, Prescription and OTC Drug Disposal, and his personal favorite--
Kops n Kidz Day. Chief Shaughnessy is committed to the concept of 
community policing and he considers the citizens served as partners in 
providing meaningful police service.
   Friends and colleagues of Chief Shaughnessy say that he is a great 
mentor and friend, and someone who can be depended on. I know this also 
from my experiences with the chief since I have served as Lemont's 
representative in the House. He is a true example of a leader and has 
brought stability to the Lemont Police Department. I know that Chief 
Shaughnessy will truly be missed for he has greatly contributed to the 
department.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking Chief Kevin 
Shaughnessy for his many years of service to his community and wish him 
the best in his future endeavors.

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