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Phils Photos and some history...
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CONGRESSMAN KILDEE HONORS PHIL M. BOWSER -- HON. DALE E. KILDEE (Extension of Remarks - February 01, 1994)
HON. DALE E. KILDEE
in the House of Representatives
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1994
* Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to pay tribute to a man whose contributions to the field of law enforcement have made him a legend in Oakland County, MI. When Capt. Phil M. Bowser retired from the Waterford Police Department on December 31, 1993, he left behind him a 30 year history of selfless dedication to the department and the citizens of Waterford Township. It was indeed fitting that on Thursday, January 20, 1994, I and other admirers, coworkers and friends gathered at the Three Hundred Bowl to thank Phil and wish him well as his life entered a new phase.
* Phil Bowser is a lifelong resident of Waterford Township and a product of Waterford schools. Before being hired by the Waterford Police Department in September 1964. Phil was employed by General Motors and was an assistant store manager for A&P Food Stores. Upon being hired by the police department, Phil dedicated himself to improving the quality of life of Waterford citizens and the quality of service of the Waterford Police.
* With his highly developed sense of purpose, it should come as no surprise that Phil worked his way through the ranks to become one of the Waterford Police Department's two captains. As the commander of the Administrative Services Division, Phil became literally the right arm of the police chief, often serving temporarily in the top post when the chief's responsibilities required him to be elsewhere. As the chief's top administrative aide, Phil was responsible for the management of all nonuniformed personnel and a $6.8 million budget.
* Phil is a team player and has been described as the major stabilizing force in the police department. Phil could serve successfully in this role largely because of the strong values he developed prior to becoming a police officer. He is extremely loyal. Most importantly, Phil Bowser genuinely cares about the professional development and the human dignity of every person what works with him. Along with his wife Jane, Phil raised four daughters.
* Captain Phil Bowser believes strongly in community involvement and has led by example. He is a member of the Waterford Democratic Club, the Fraternal Order of Police, the International Police Association, the Pontiac-Waterford Elks Lodge 810, and the Waterford Eagles Aerie 2887. Phil is also a veteran of the U.S. Air force.
* Mr. Speaker, I am grateful for this opportunity to share with you the accomplishments of Capt. Phil M. Bowser. An outstanding resident of the Ninth Congressional District, Phil's life has been a source of inspiration for myself and many others who have had the privilege of knowing him. His career is an example of how fulfilling a life in public service can be. I ask you, Mr. Speaker, and my fellow members of 103d Congress to join me in honoring a truly great American, Capt. Phil M. Bowser. And now onto the Phil Bowser Gallery..
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