[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16891]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



  HONORS SERGEANT CARLETON C. ``C.C.'' JENKINS FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 26, 2000

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to rise today to 
pay tribute to a native of New Haven, Connecticut and outstanding 
member of the United States Capitol Police, Sergeant Carleton ``C.C.'' 
Jenkins. Sergeant C.C.--as he was affectionately called by the men and 
women he supervised--retired from the United States Capitol Police on 
June 30, 2000 ending a career of dedicated and distinguished service 
that spanned over three decades.
  Before arriving in Washington, Sergeant C.C. served the New Haven 
community in several ways. Working for the State Highway Department, 
the City Welfare Department, and the Redevelopment Agency of New Haven, 
he focused his efforts on enriching our community, building strong 
neighborhoods where families could raise their children. His good work 
made a real difference in the lives of many. An active member of the 
local NAACP, he brought a strong voice to Connecticut during the 
historical March on Washington. Drafted into the United States Army, 
Sergeant C.C. proudly served his country during the Vietnam war. It was 
upon his return from service that Sergeant C.C. decided to leave New 
Haven for Washington to begin his career with the United States Capitol 
Police.
  As Members of Congress, we owe a-debt of gratitude to each Capitol 
Police officer who protects our safety and that of the visiting public. 
Sergeant C.C. is certainly no exception. Joining the U.S. Capitol 
Police shortly after his discharge from the United States Army, 
Sergeant C.C. demonstrated a unique commitment to public service. The 
first fifteen years of his service were spent with the House of 
Representatives, most of those stationed at the horseshoe entrance of 
the Rayburn Building. With refreshing sincerity and an unforgettable 
smile, Sergeant C.C. made it a point to get to know Members and their 
staffs personally. His promotion to sergeant brought him to the Senate 
side of Congress where he spent the remainder of his career. Over the 
years, he became an irreplaceable fixture on the Hill by meeting every 
challenge, regardless of its difficulty, with unparalleled integrity. 
For thirty-one years, he has upheld and exemplified the mission of law 
enforcement officials--protecting and serving the people.
  Always dedicating his time and considerable energy to others, 
Sergeant C.C. continued his outstanding record of community service in 
Washington. For many years he served as a volunteer Director and Vice-
Chairman of the Wright-Patman Congressional Federal Credit Union as 
well as one of the founders and directors of his local church credit 
union. Sergeant C.C. has dedicated his career, and indeed his life, to 
the betterment of his community and neighbors.
  Sergeant Jenkins has repeatedly distinguished himself as an 
outstanding public servant and citizen. I am proud to join his wife, 
Diane, their children, Carleton Jr. and Jason, family, friends, and 
colleagues to extend my best wishes for continued health and happiness 
in his retirement. His legacy will serve as an example for all who 
serve. Sergeant C.C.--New Haven is proud of you, the congressional 
community will miss you, and a grateful public thanks you.

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