[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 19]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 27056]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




         CONGRATULATING COBB COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY AWARD WINNERS

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                             HON. TOM PRICE

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 10, 2007

  Mr. PRICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I am 
able to recognize and honor a number of dedicated and selfless public 
servants from Cobb County, Georgia today. The Cobb County Chamber of 
Commerce recently presented two awards for notable devotion to public 
safety and awareness. The presentation of these awards marked the 
beginning of Public Safety Awareness Week, a celebration of the men and 
women who work every day throughout Cobb County to keep our communities 
safe and secure.
  On October 1, 2007, the Cobb Chamber Public Safety Employee of the 
Year Award was presented to Mr. James Arrowood, the Director of Public 
Safety for Cobb County Schools. This award is a notable highlight in a 
distinguished 35-year career in public safety for Mr. Arrowood. Each 
day Cobb County parents place their trust in Director Arrowood, as he 
ensures a safe learning environment for all Cobb students. I applaud 
Mr. Arrowood on this exceptional honor and all he does for our 
community.
  Also recognized for their pursuit of public safety, the Cobb Chamber 
Award of Merit was presented to the Wildland Fire Response Team of the 
Marietta Fire Department. The Team courageously traveled to fire-
ravaged South Georgia in May of 2007 to assist in a vital fight to 
extinguish the out-of-control blazes. When Georgians needed help the 
most, the Marietta Wildland Fire Response Team responded as true heroes 
would. Sacrificing their safety to ensure the survival of an endangered 
area of the State, the Team epitomizes strength and character of our 
public safety professionals.
  The countless hard working men and women of public safety too often 
go unnoticed. It is necessary and responsible that we honor them this 
way, and I commend the Cobb County Chamber of Commerce for their 
support of this initiative. Public Safety Awareness Week serves as an 
important reminder that our safety is not assured without the hard work 
of public safety professionals and volunteers.
  Madam Speaker, I join with the House of Representatives today in 
declaring a sincere appreciation for these honorable award winners and 
dedicated public servants. Congratulations, Director Arrowood and the 
Marietta Wildland Fire Response Team.

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