[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 49 (Tuesday, March 21, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E357]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING MODESTO FIRE DEPARTMENT CHIEF SEAN SLAMON

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                            HON. JEFF DENHAM

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 21, 2017

  Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge and honor 
Modesto Fire Department Chief Sean Slamon, who announced his retirement 
after serving the community of Modesto for 29 years.
  In 1989, Sean began his successful career with the Modesto Fire 
Department. Throughout his many years of service, he has held various 
positions, including Firefighter, Engineer, Captain, Training Captain, 
Battalion Chief, Division Chief of Operations and Training, and Fire 
Chief since August 2014.
  In addition to his dedicated service, Chief Slamon previously served 
as President of the Training Officers section of the California Fire 
Chiefs Association and remains on the team as an Area Director. 
Currently, Sean is a member of the International Association of Fire 
Chiefs and the California Fire Chiefs Association, in addition to being 
the former President of the Stanislaus County Fire Chiefs.
  Knowing that education is the key to success, Chief Slamon obtained a 
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Studies from California State 
University, Long Beach as well as an Associate of Science degree in 
Fire Science from Modesto Junior College. He has furthered his 
education and training by obtaining numerous certificates from the 
California State Fire Marshalls Office and FEMA, and is a state 
certified instructor in numerous command and management courses.
  Sean has been happily married to his wife, Shannon, for 23 years. 
Together, they have two children: Zachary, a Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 
graduate who is currently serving as an Airman 1st Class in the United 
States Air Force, and Courtney, a Senior in High School, who will be 
attending Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in the Fall.
  Chief Slamon's 29 years of experience, knowledge, and commitment are 
unparalelled. His expertise has led him on a new journey as the Fire 
Chief of the Carson City Fire Department.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring and commending the 
outstanding contributions made to the Modesto Fire Department by Chief 
Sean Slamon as we wish him continued success in his future endeavors.

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