[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 187 (Thursday, November 21, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1494]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING DEPUTY CHIEF TERRY CLANTON AND HIS 36-YEAR CAREER

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 21, 2019

  Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Deputy Police Chief 
Terry Clanton on his 36 years of service to our community with the 
Kannapolis Police Department, located in North Carolina's Eighth 
Congressional District.
  Over the last 36 years, Terry has made countless contributions to our 
area. He started his career in 1984 as a patrol officer for the 
Kannapolis Police Department and retires today as the Deputy Police 
Chief. His strong character and leadership enabled him to advance 
within the Kannapolis Police Department, culminating as Deputy Police 
Chief.
  Growing up in Cabarrus and Rowan Counties, Terry knew he wanted to 
give back to his community through law enforcement. Rising through the 
ranks of patrol, investigations, staff services, and support services, 
his outsized contributions to the Kannapolis Police Department have 
been profound and unmatched. Terry helped guide his office through the 
transition that followed the incorporation of the City of Kannapolis 
and saw the number of police officers rise from 48 to over 100. 
Described by colleagues as dedicated, loyal, and a true professional, 
his legacy of service will be felt for years to come.
  Terry will continue his career in law enforcement as the Director of 
Law Enforcement Training at Guilford Technical Community College, where 
he will train our next generation of leaders. I know I speak for 
everyone in the community when I say we are truly grateful for his 
unwavering service and cannot thank him enough. I would like to offer 
my sincerest appreciation and wish him success in his future endeavors.
  Madam Speaker, please join me today in honoring Terry Clanton on his 
36 years of service to our community.

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