Recognizing Gary Lee Dick for His Outstanding Service and Dedication to Lake County, California at the Time of His Retirement

RECOGNIZING GARY LEE DICK FOR HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO LAKE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA AT THE TIME OF HIS RETIREMENT -- (Extensions of Remarks - June 18, 2004)

SPEECH OF
HON. MIKE THOMPSON
OF CALIFORNIA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2004

Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Gary Lee Dick, who is retiring as Police Captain of Clearlake, California. Gary's outstanding contributions and dedication to our community are truly appreciated.

Gary began his career in law enforcement in Calistoga, California in September 1975. He then went on to work in the Petaluma Police Department until 1981, before moving to the Clearlake Police Department.

Gary not only has an AA degree but also has graduated from the FBI National Academy and has earned several professional certificates. He spent 4 years serving our country as a member of the U.S. Army. Gary and his wife Patty are blessed with three daughters and two sons.

Gary has made many contributions to the community outside his official duties in the police department. He served as President of the Rotary Club of Clearlake between 1999-2000. He also served as Chair and Co-chair of many projects that were completed by the Rotary Club of Clearlake. As a volunteer coach for little league baseball teams, Gary has been able to share his love of baseball with countless others. In his retirement he hopes to visit every major league baseball stadium.

Mr. Speaker, Gary Lee Dick is the standard of dependability, bravery and hard work in our community. His commitment to our community has been shown time and time again. For these reasons and countless others, it is most appropriate that we honor him at the time of his retirement today.