[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 189 (Tuesday, November 26, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1506-E1507]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN RECOGNITION OF THE DEDICATION OF THE JOSEPH R. PETERSON JUSTICE 
                                BUILDING

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 26, 2019

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Joseph R. 
Peterson and celebrate the dedication of the Joseph R. Peterson Justice 
Building. Joseph Peterson is an influential leader in Wyandotte and his 
contributions to our community are worthy of commendation.
  Joseph Peterson is a cornerstone of Wyandotte. For nearly four 
decades, Peterson has been an active member of the community, striving 
to make the city a better place for all. Before beginning his career in 
public service, Peterson spent 27 years serving the city as a police 
officer in the Wyandotte Police Department. Upon his retirement, 
Peterson became active in public service and was elected to the 
Wyandotte City Council in 2005. By 2009, Peterson was elected mayor--a 
position he has held ever since.

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  The naming of the Joseph R. Peterson Justice Building underscores 
Joseph Peterson's meaningful impact on the City of Wyandotte and serves 
as tribute to his leadership as a police officer, councilman, and 
mayor. Throughout all his work, Peterson has displayed an overwhelming 
commitment to the people of Wyandotte and endeavors to effect real 
change. Peterson is recognized by many as a dedicated, compassionate, 
and effective leader who humbly strives for excellence without seeking 
praise or recognition for any of his significant accomplishments.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in celebrating 
the dedication of the Joseph R. Peterson Justice Building. Joseph 
Peterson has become a pillar of our community, and the naming of the 
new Joseph R. Peterson Justice Building serves as a testament to his 
important work. We are all grateful for Peterson's leadership and wish 
him continued success in the years ahead.

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