[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12054]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING LT. MATTHEW JOHN GORDON

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                            HON. JIM GERLACH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 7, 2009

  Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a dedicated public 
servant in Chester County, Pennsylvania who has retired after more than 
20 years of loyal service in law enforcement.
  Lieutenant Matthew John Gordon started his law enforcement career 
with the Parkesburg Police Department and has faithfully served the 
City of Coatesville Police Department since 1989.
  Lieutenant Gordon earned the respect of fellow officers and elected 
officials with his outstanding work ethic and exemplary police work 
throughout his distinguished career.
  In addition to protecting the citizens of Coatesville, he also served 
as Commander of the Chester County Emergency Response Team since its 
inception in 2002.
  Colleagues and friends will celebrate Lieutenant Gordon's career 
accomplishments and wish him well in retirement on May 8, 2009 during a 
dinner at St. Anthony's Lodge in Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in praising the 
outstanding service and dedication of Lieutenant Matthew John Gordon, 
and all those who take an oath to serve and protect their communities.

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