[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18783]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



    IN RECOGNITION OF GARDEN CITY PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT RESCUE SQUAD

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                         HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 20, 2000

  Mrs. McCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the 
outstanding work by the Garden City Park Fire Department Rescue Squad 
on its golden anniversary.
  Over the past fifty years, the Garden City Park Fire Department 
Rescue Squad responded to more than 30,000 emergency calls. This all-
volunteer staff, which spends countless hours training to improve their 
skills, have made a significant difference in the lives of countless 
Long Islanders.
  Come rain, sun, snow, or hail, these talented men and women brave the 
elements applying their skills and saving lives. It is often a job that 
does not get the recognition it deserves because many people take their 
service for granted. But make no mistake, these men and women are often 
the difference between life and death. Always the first on the scene of 
an accident, they apply their skills in a professional manner and do an 
outstanding job treating accident victims.
  I, along with those treated by these dedicated men and women, applaud 
your dedication and service. Residents across Long Island owe you our 
gratitude and thanks.

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