[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 148 (Thursday, September 29, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1424]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF OFFICER ANDREW SPECKSGOOR OF THE WINCHESTER POLICE 
                               DEPARTMENT

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                         HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 28, 2016

  Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the 
achievements of one of the 10th Congressional District's bravest 
constituents, Officer Andrew Specksgoor of the Winchester Police 
Department. This law enforcement officer's unwavering courage and 
dedication to protecting the community is a noble example of public 
service. Officer Specksgoor deserves the thanks of not only the 
communities in which he serves, but also that of his elected officials.
  Officer Specksgoor is a member of the Community Response Team (CRT). 
One of his duties as part of the CRT is interacting with the kids who 
have been assigned to the CRT from the courts and schools. All these 
children have had significant trouble in school and with the police. As 
you can imagine, they are often very difficult and challenging to deal 
with. Despite these challenges, plus his many other duties, Officer 
Specksgoor deals with these kids and families in a very professional 
manner.
  It has been noted that Andrew Specksgoor interacts with not only the 
children but also with their families to try to keep these kids out of 
future trouble. This is a job that many employees would shy away from, 
but Officer Specksgoor tackles this job with enthusiasm and 
professionalism. His supervisor has noted that he excels in mentoring 
these young people. He holds them accountable for good behavior while 
interacting with them each day in a positive fashion. This interaction 
includes taking kids on field trips and involving them in community 
service projects.
  Mr. Speaker, in closing, I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking 
Officer Andrew Specksgoor of the Winchester Police Department for 
protecting and serving the community day-in and day-out.

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