[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 90 (Wednesday, June 8, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E859]
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 HONORING MISHAWAKA FIRE CHIEF DALE FREEMAN FOR A DISTINGUISHED CAREER 
                           IN PUBLIC SERVICE

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                          HON. JACKIE WALORSKI

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 8, 2016

  Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Fire Chief Dale 
Freeman and honor him for a selfless career serving Hoosiers throughout 
Mishawaka.
  Chief Freeman began his storied journey with the Mishawaka Fire 
Department 36 years ago. Since then, he has gone on to lead the brave 
men and women who protect members of the northern Indiana community on 
a daily basis, responding to their calls for both emergency medical 
assistance and fire rescue. As chief, Freeman's rise has been marked by 
incredible dedication and perseverance.
  His commitment to excellence just recently resulted in over 5,100 
people, mostly children, receiving critical fire safety education 
through ``Survive Alive House,'' Little Red, and other local programs 
and school assemblies. Furthermore, under Chief Freeman's leadership, 
more than half of Mishawaka's firefighting force is now cross-trained 
as Emergency Medical Technicians. These efforts have significantly 
strengthened the northern Indiana community's level of preparedness, 
allowing Hoosiers throughout Mishawaka to feel safe knowing that their 
local fire department is ready to respond at a moment's notice.
  Chief Freeman's passion for serving the greater good is truly 
remarkable and deserves the praise of many. His continued dedication to 
aiding those in desperate need of assistance has undoubtedly reduced 
significant cases of fire-related injuries, deaths, and property 
damage. Since first joining the Mishawaka Fire Department, Chief 
Freeman has truly epitomized the ideal of servant leadership. On behalf 
of Hoosiers in the Second Congressional District, it is my honor to 
thank him for his service and sacrifice for our community.

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