[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22948]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




TRIBUTE TO THE CLEAR LAKE PATROL DIVISION AND HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

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                           HON. NICK LAMPSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 26, 2008

  Mr. LAMPSON. Madam Speaker, I am privileged to recognize the Clear 
Lake Patrol Division of the Houston Police Department for its 
outstanding service to the Houston community in the aftermath of 
Hurricane Ike.
  In the days following the storm, the Clear Lake Patrol Division was 
dispatched to provide security at the congressional mobile office at 
the American Legion Post 490 near Ellington Field. By providing 
security, traffic and crowd control, the officers were able to ensure a 
successful operation and allow thousands of individuals to register for 
hurricane assistance.
  Founded in 1841, the Houston Police Department continues to provide 
invaluable service and has grown to become the largest municipal police 
departments in the State of Texas. Under the leadership of Lieutenant 
Eldon Harris, the Clear Lake Patrol Division acts as a preserver of 
peace and a source of safety for the Clear Lake area of Houston.
  It is my distinct honor to recognize the Houston Police Department's 
Clear Lake Patrol Division for their remarkable efforts following 
Hurricane Ike. Without their service, the 5,943 individuals that 
applied for assistance at the congressional mobile office would not 
have been possible.
  The following police officers helped ensure the accessibility and 
effectiveness of the congressional mobile office:
  Randall L. Derr--Senior Police Officer
  Ricky W. Dalme--Sergeant of Police
  Marvin Dutton--Sergeant of Police
  Eldon Harris--Lieutenant of Police
  Gregory Gillespie--Sergeant of Police
  David L. Knatt--Police Officer
  Gary L. Schaefer--Police Officer

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