[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21611]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



 IN HONOR OF THE CITY OF ELIZABETH'S FIRE DEPARTMENT RESCUE COMPANY #1

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 5, 2001

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Rescue Company #1 
from the Elizabeth, New Jersey, Fire Department for their bravery and 
valor in the wake of the September 11th terrorist attacks. On November 
7th, the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce will honor Rescue 
Company #1 with a special ceremony at the New Loews Theatre at Jersey 
Gardens Mall.
  Rescue Company #1 was among the group of first responders to the 
World Trade Center after units from the New York Fire Department Rescue 
Squad parished in the collapse of the buildings. From September 11th 
until September 20th, this crew assisted in the hazardous recovery 
efforts. Working lengthy shifts and risking their own lives and well-
being, this crew searched for survivors in smoldering heat and 
dangerous structures.
  Since 1837, men and women from the Elizabeth Fire Department have 
continuously put themselves in harm's way to save lives and property. 
Through their courageous efforts, the Elizabeth Fire Department has 
served with honor and bravery.
  The spirited and valiant efforts of our nation's firefighters are 
often overlooked or taken for granted. Therefore, I would like to 
extend my sincerest thanks and gratitude to the Elizabeth Fire 
Department for all they have done to ensure the safety and welfare of 
those who reside in New Jersey's 13th Congressional District.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Rescue Company #1 
for their immeasurable contributions. The Greater Elizabeth Chamber of 
Commerce could not honor a more deserving group than Rescue Company 
#1--remarkable individuals, who continue to inspire a nation.

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