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TRIBUTE TO BILL WEST

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On 2026-05-21, Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) delivered a floor speech titled "TRIBUTE TO BILL WEST" in the Senate.

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TRIBUTE TO BILL WEST

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2440] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS ______ TRIBUTE TO BILL WEST Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. Mr. President, I rise today to congratulate mayor Bill West on his retirement as mayor of Georgetown, DE. During his 12 years as mayor, Bill has remained an unwavering advocate for economic progress and pragmatic problem-solving. The progress made by Mayor West will continue to benefit Georgetown and Sussex County for generations to come. A native son of Sussex County, Mayor Bill West served his community in both law enforcement and elected leadership during his 47 years as a Georgetown resident. Throughout his career, Bill has championed public safety, including during his 4 years with the Georgetown Police Department and 25 years with the Delaware State Police. First elected to municipal leadership in 2012, Mayor West initially served one term as a member of the Georgetown Town Council before his election as mayor of Georgetown in 2014. A problem-solver and creative thinker, Mayor West's political leadership has resulted in the establishment of numerous economic development projects and community facilities that continue to improve the lives of Georgetown residents every day. Outside of his political leadership, Bill is a cornerstone of his community. His leadership has been recognized throughout Sussex County and the State of Delaware, notably through his service as president of the Sussex County Association of Towns and as vice president of the Delaware League of Local Governments. Bill's leadership also supports his fellow law enforcement officers and their families through his participation in the Delaware State Troopers Association and his service on the board of the Delaware State Police Credit Union. I am personally grateful to Mayor West for his guidance on the issues facing Georgetown and its residents. Whether through visits to small businesses in downtown Georgetown or welcoming me to the Richard Allen Gala, Bill has been a trusted friend and adviser throughout our long relationship. I wish him the best in his retirement and remain confident that he will continue to serve his community for many years to come. Today, I invite my colleagues to join me and the people of Georgetown, DE, in congratulating Bill West on his retirement as mayor and for an outstanding life of public service. ____________________

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TRIBUTE TO BILL WEST Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2440] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS ______ TRIBUTE TO BILL WEST Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. Mr. President, I rise today to congratulate mayor Bill West on his retirement as mayor of Georgetown, DE. During his 12 years as mayor, Bill has remained an unwavering advocate for economic progress and pragmatic problem-solving. The progress made by Mayor West will continue to benefit Georgetown and Sussex County for generations to come. A native son of Sussex County, Mayor Bill West served his community in both law enforcement and elected leadership during his 47 years as a Georgetown resident. Throughout his career, Bill has championed public safety, including during his 4 years with the Georgetown Police Department and 25 years with the Delaware State Police. First elected to municipal leadership in 2012, Mayor West initially served one term as a member of the Georgetown Town Council before his election as mayor of Georgetown in 2014. A problem-solver and creative thinker, Mayor West's political leadership has resulted in the establishment of numerous economic development projects and community facilities that continue to improve the lives of Georgetown residents every day. Outside of his political leadership, Bill is a cornerstone of his community. His leadership has been recognized throughout Sussex County and the State of Delaware, notably through his service as president of the Sussex County Association of Towns and as vice president of the Delaware League of Local Governments. Bill's leadership also supports his fellow law enforcement officers and their families through his participation in the Delaware State Troopers Association and his service on the board of the Delaware State Police Credit Union. I am personally grateful to Mayor West for his guidance on the issues facing Georgetown and its residents. Whether through visits to small businesses in downtown Georgetown or welcoming me to the Richard Allen Gala, Bill has been a trusted friend and adviser throughout our long relationship. I wish him the best in his retirement and remain confident that he will continue to serve his community for many years to come. Today, I invite my colleagues to join me and the people of Georgetown, DE, in congratulating Bill West on his retirement as mayor and for an outstanding life of public service. ____________________