[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S2440]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                          TRIBUTE TO BILL WEST

 Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. Mr. President, I rise today to 
congratulate mayor Bill West on his retirement as mayor of Georgetown, 
DE. During his 12 years as mayor, Bill has remained an unwavering 
advocate for economic progress and pragmatic problem-solving. The 
progress made by Mayor West will continue to benefit Georgetown and 
Sussex County for generations to come.
  A native son of Sussex County, Mayor Bill West served his community 
in both law enforcement and elected leadership during his 47 years as a 
Georgetown resident. Throughout his career, Bill has championed public 
safety, including during his 4 years with the Georgetown Police 
Department and 25 years with the Delaware State Police. First elected 
to municipal leadership in 2012, Mayor West initially served one term 
as a member of the Georgetown Town Council before his election as mayor 
of Georgetown in 2014. A problem-solver and creative thinker, Mayor 
West's political leadership has resulted in the establishment of 
numerous economic development projects and community facilities that 
continue to improve the lives of Georgetown residents every day.
  Outside of his political leadership, Bill is a cornerstone of his 
community. His leadership has been recognized throughout Sussex County 
and the State of Delaware, notably through his service as president of 
the Sussex County Association of Towns and as vice president of the 
Delaware League of Local Governments. Bill's leadership also supports 
his fellow law enforcement officers and their families through his 
participation in the Delaware State Troopers Association and his 
service on the board of the Delaware State Police Credit Union.
  I am personally grateful to Mayor West for his guidance on the issues 
facing Georgetown and its residents. Whether through visits to small 
businesses in downtown Georgetown or welcoming me to the Richard Allen 
Gala, Bill has been a trusted friend and adviser throughout our long 
relationship. I wish him the best in his retirement and remain 
confident that he will continue to serve his community for many years 
to come.
  Today, I invite my colleagues to join me and the people of 
Georgetown, DE, in congratulating Bill West on his retirement as mayor 
and for an outstanding life of public service.

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