[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 85 (Thursday, May 16, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E513]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         RECOGNIZING JOHN MANN

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 16, 2024

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
service of one of my constituents, Telecommunicator John Mann, of the 
Port Richey Police Department. Telecommunicator Mann is a highly 
dedicated employee who on many occasions has referred to the Port 
Richey Police Department employees as his family. Telecommunicator Mann 
has reported to work on numerous occasions, barely able to walk without 
a cane when a lesser person would stay home. Not unlike other law 
enforcement agencies around the country, the Port Richey Police 
Department has experienced a shortage of qualified personnel to fill 
vacancies. This puts a strain on existing personnel, but 
Telecommunicator Mann has helped ease that burden by stepping up to the 
plate whenever possible. He has covered the shifts of fellow 
telecommunicators when they are ill, or when the department otherwise 
requires coverage. His selflessness and dedication to the safety of the 
officers on the road have outweighed his medical issues in too many 
instances. As U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, he embraces the notion of 
service above self and this is truly evident in his interactions with 
others. He takes care of his law enforcement family and they are 
tremendously grateful for his continued efforts to keep our community 
safe.
  These are just a few examples of the hard work, dedication, eagerness 
to help, and servant leadership that Telecommunicator Mann exhibits 
every day when he goes to work. He is a shining example of what it 
means to be a Port Richey First Responder. His work ethic should be a 
benchmark for which other first responders should strive to attain. It 
is evident that Telecommunicator Mann has made a profoundly positive 
impact on our community and is qualified to be recognized as a First 
Responder of the Year for Florida's 12th Congressional District.

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