[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 25 (Thursday, February 11, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E165]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING CAROL STREAM FIRE CHIEF RICK KOLOMAY

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 11, 2016

  Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise today in recognition of 
the long and distinguished service of Rick Kolomay on the occasion of 
his retirement. Chief Kolomay will be concluding his loyal service as 
Fire Chief of the Carol Stream Fire Protection District after 37 years 
of service.
   Chief Kolomay has served the Carol Stream community for 14 years, 
and has served as chief since 2009. He was also a member of the 
Schaumburg Fire Department for 23 years and is a third-generation 
firefighter.
   Throughout his career, his extraordinary leadership has earned him 
pronounced respect among colleagues and members of the community. Most 
notably, he helped create an alliance between neighboring fire 
departments, which improved efficiency and allowed the sharing of 
resources.
   Time and time again, Chief Kolomay has exhibited the characteristics 
expected of a fireman: enormous sacrifice and courage. Mayor of Carol 
Stream, Frank Saverino described Chief Kolomay as a ``hands-on guy'' 
and commented on his devotion to the men of his department saying, ``If 
they're climbing ladders, he's climbing ladders . . . He's got to be 
right there with them. He leads by example, and when you lead by 
example, and it's physical, it's hard''. This is the true definition of 
a leader and his presence at the fire department will be deeply missed.
   Mr. Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, please join me in honoring 
Chief Kolomay on this occasion and wish him every happiness in the well 
deserved respite of his retirement.

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