Congresswoman Tenney Honors Retiring Rome Police Chief in Farewell Ceremony
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-22) today honored retiring Rome Police Chief Kevin Beach in a farewell ceremony held at the Rome Police Department. Tenney presented Chief Beach with a copy of the Congressional Record containing her recent remarks honoring his service on the House Floor. She also awarded him a formal congressional certificate recognizing his accomplishments over more than two decades of service. During the visit, Tenney also provided the Rome Police Department with an allotment of at home COVID-19 tests that were provided to her office by New York State.
“The City of Rome and the Rome Police Department were fortunate to have a leader like Chief Kevin Beach at the helm of the Department for so long. His integrity and passion for public service helped our community through many challenges and inspired an entire generation of law enforcement officers. It is my privilege to call Kevin a friend. I am comforted knowing the Rome Police Department will be in well-trained hands for years to come. I wish incoming Chief David Collins all the best as he fills Chief Beach’s shoes,” said Tenney.
“I would like to thank Congresswoman Tenney for our friendship over the years, and her unwavering support of the law enforcement community. She works tirelessly to represent the people of the 22nd District and we are fortunate to have her as our Congresswoman. I have truly enjoyed working with her,” said Chief Kevin Beach.
Kevin Beach is retiring from the Rome Police Department after 27 years on the job. Deputy Chief David Collins is set to be sworn in as the Department’s new chief on January 28, 2022. ### |