Recognizing Steven Markford

Floor Speech

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Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the service of one of my constituents, Firefighter/Paramedic Steven Matthew ``Steve'' Markford, of the Hernando County Fire Department. Firefighter/Paramedic Markford was selected for this honor by his peers because he has made many significant contributions to the Department during the past year. Furthermore, throughout his 12-year tenure with the Department, he has demonstrated superior abilities when responding to a wide variety of emergency incidents. Because of his steady leadership, impressive skill and relentless mentorship of new recruits, Firefighter/Paramedic Markford has advanced to his current rank of Driver-Engineer.

These are just a few examples of the hard work, dedication, eagerness to help, and servant leadership that Firefighter/Paramedic Markford exhibits every day when he goes to work. He is a shining example of what it means to be a Hernando County First Responder. His work ethic should be a benchmark for which other first responders should strive to attain. It is evident that Firefighter/Paramedic Markford has made a profoundly positive impact on our community and is qualified to be recognized as a First Responder of the Year for Florida's 12th Congressional District.

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