[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 123 (Friday, July 31, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1199]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    COMMEMORATING 100 YEARS OF SERVICE OF THE CARPENTERSVILLE FIRE 
                               DEPARTMENT

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 31, 2015

  Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to recognize the 
Carpentersville Fire Department on their centennial anniversary 
celebration.
  On September 19th, the community will gather to recognize the heroic 
firefighters and paramedics who have proudly and faithfully served the 
families and businesses of Carpentersville and the surrounding area.
  In October of 1914, an ordinance was created by the village of 
Carpentersville to establish a volunteer fire department and on 
February 23rd, 1915 the Carpentersville Fire Department assembled for 
its first meeting in the village hall. A long cry from the one call it 
received in 1915, the Carpentersville Fire Department responded to 
3,518 calls in 2014. However, their mission to protect the quality of 
life of those they serve has been the same since its founding.
  The men and women who comprise the Carpentersville Fire Department 
risk their lives daily to protect their communities. Their bravery and 
courage deserve of our recognition.
  Please join me in celebrating this special occasion and the long 
years of service and commitment that it represents.

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