Case 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 1 of 25 PagelD #: 147 Kathleen D Bazinet 63 Duffield Road Bristol, RI 02809 snsi7 | ‘The Honorable William E, Smith Jr, Chief Judge United States District Court United State Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903, Re:Raymond Gallison Dear Judge Smith: In these trying time for Ray Gallison, and his family I'¢ like to offer a supportive picture of the man I know who has done many, many good things fora large number of people. Granted he has pled guilty to the charges before you, but pleuse let me tell you of the great deeds he has done for many. am the Executive Director for housing non-profit in Bristol, RI and we own a 92 bed assisted living . We maintain 68 Medicaid waiver beds and because of major glitches in the Slate of RI and the Department of Health we had not received Medicaid payments of over 160K for over a year, For a small assisted living you can imagine what that did to our financial situatfon, We were days away from having 68 seniors with no place to ge Ray bas been a strong supporter in Bristol of our Veterans Home Project, our Public Boat Launch and many more things that many adults and children have benefitted from Your Honor, Ray Gallison is a good person witha fine family end 1 ask that you give the ‘utmost consideration to his many positive accomplishments done on bebalf of others. Sincerely yours Boers een D BazinetCase 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 2 of 25 PagelD #. 148, SAINT MARY 330 WOOD STREET BRISTOL,RI 02809 253-3300 Deacon Paul J Bisbano deacon.pbisbano@gmail.com May 18, 2017 Re; Raymond Gallison The Honorable William E. Smith Jr. For the past 22 years I have served as a Deacon Assistant for the Diocese of Providence. Most of those years here at St. Mary’s in Bristol along with a number of years at the Rhode Island Veterans Home. In my years of service I have gotten to know Mr. Gallison personally and see in him one who is truly a public servant in helping others in the community. Mr. Gallison has made life better for so many people and organizations. Granted he has admitted his mistakes I only ask you to balance the scales of justice by taking into consideration all the good heCase 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 3 of 25 PagelD #: 149 Ronald E. Brassard Rev. Ronald E, Brassard Pastor Emeritus Immaculate Conception Church Cranston, Ri May 24, 2017 ‘The Honorable Willi Chief Justice United States District Court United States Court House Providence RI 02903 am E. Smith Jr. Your Honor, My name is Father Ronald Brassard and | am writing on behalf of Raymond Gallison Jr. I write this letter to you with the deepest respect for your Office and for your work in the execution of justice. With evidence in hand you bear the responsibility to see that people pay for their crimes ina manner that is both protective of society and at the same time respectful ofthe person who stands guilty before you. I don't envy you. | also am charged with passing a form of judgment on a human being who is guilty of failing to live in the manner that they know to be right and just. The difference is that you must act out your judgment in public while lam called to act out mine in private, It is that bringing together of what is public and what is private that motivates me to write to you on behalf of Raymond Gallison Jr. who will soon stand before you in order to receive his sentence. That sentence will responsibly protect society while at the same time justly address the egregious actions of Raymond Gallison Jr, Allow me to begin by giving you some background of my relationship with Raymond. When Iwas first ordained, some 43 years ago, I meta very wonderful couple, Raymond and Barbara Gallison Sr.. This began a relationship that has extended throughout the 43 years of my priesthood. In particular, this relationship extended to the three children of Raymond and Barbara of whom Raymond Jr. was the oldest. Throughout the years | have remained in contact with this family and with their children, This includes the heartbreaking and disturbing events of the past year. There is no question that certain actions of Raymond Gallison jr. have been shameful and illegal. This is sad and certainly cries out for a just response. However, that response must not only acknowledge the hurtful actions of the individual but also be conscious of the response of that individual to those actions which have become so shameful and so profoundly abusive of the trust reposed in him by others,Case 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 4 of 25 PagelD #: 150 Page Two Itis here that I would share with you my concerns and my own reflections on Raymond Gallison Jr. First and foremost is his willingness to come forward and take responsibility for his actions. | think that Mr. Gallison has done that. He has pleaded guilty. He has stood in the court of our justice system and in the court of public opinion and admitted his guilt. The consequences of that willingness to accept responsibility for his failings touch his life in many varied ways. Raymond has had to look himself in the mirror and be man enough to publicly admit to the failings of his actions. Beyond this admission, Mr. Gallison has been forced to face the implications that his actions have on his wife, his children, his parents, his siblings and his friends, These people have had to stand there and watch the person whom they love admit to failing in his responsibilities. This is not easy to do. I have spoken with Raymond every few days, sometimes daily since these events began to publicly unfold. I can attest to you that his sorrow for his actions is quite genuine. Never once has he attempted to make any excuse for what he has done. He has failed. He has sinned. But he has not tried to run away from it. While carefully listening to the advice of his attorney, Raymond Gallison Jr. has stood up in public and said "I am guilty.” know how painful thishas been for him. | know his awareness of how difficult this has been for his family and for those who love him. I know his shame. I know his pain. I know his sorrow for what he has done. Never once has he tried to avoid the responsibility of answering for his actions in a public forum, I can tell you quite honestly that this has taken a great deal of courage. While his past actions have been shameful, his present actions have been noble. He has accepted the guilt of his actions. He knows the magnitude of his fallings. He now stands humbly before you, his judge. It is because of his willingness to not only embrace responsibility for his actions but also to face the disappointment and hurt he has caused his family and friends, that | write to you on, his behalf. I am aware that Raymond must accept the responsibility for the sentence that ‘you will impose on his life. I am also aware that you must make a judgment as to the degree of that punishment that you are about to impose. I would only ask for mercy and compassion. Raymond Gallison Jr. will have to spend the remainder of his life dealing with the implications of his actions, Some, if not many, of his friends and colleagues will avoid him and terminate their relationship with him. He will experience fingers being pointed at him when he attempts to return to the commerce of our society. His ability to continue his life as an attorney is destroyed. Any dreams he might have had about his future no longer can exist, He will have to endure a suspicious attitude that will never leave him. His own sinfulness is now a matter of public knowledge. The punishment for what he has done is endless. I would only ask that in making the determination of his punishment you take intoCase 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 5 of 25 Pagel #: 151 Page Three account the implications of these events on his life and combine it with a modicum of, ‘mercy and compassion. There is no question in my mind that Raymond's public pronouncement of guilt has been a profound act of honesty and courage. Not everyone could do this. Not everyone would do this. I, for one, applaud his public proclamation of guilt, ask your forgiveness that | have taken so much of your time, Because of who | am and the relationship that I have with Ray Gallison Jr and his family, | felt that | needed to share with you my thoughts and any insights that | might possess. Thank you so much for taking the time to read this letter. I hope it serves to assist you in some way as you prepare to render your judgment and impose your sentence. | assure you of my prayers for God's guidance in the difficult decisions that you must now make. Ifyou wish to contact me, that information is as follows: Rev. Ronald E. Brassard 21 Normandy Drive Cranston, RI02920 -brassard@aol.com 401-864-1617 God bless you € eu) (Ran lil OP Detserd(Case 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS ~ Docuinient 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 6 of 25 PagelD #: 152 BRISTOL WORKSHOPS IN PHOTOGRAPHY 17- May 2017 The Honorable William E. Smi Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence RI 02903 Dear judge Smith 11am writing to you on behalf of Raymond Gallison, our former representative from Bristol where | am a resident and a business owner. | am also a member of the Faculty at Roger Williams University, \\am asking you to please take into consideration in your sentencing of Mr. allison, the vast amount of community work he has done for the people of our area. | worked closely with Mr. Gallison on environmental issues, most especially when our entire waterways from Newpar to Tiverton were in danger of the proposed transport of LNG volatile gas into our area. For more than seven years ‘we fought the Hess Corporation from installing a gas depot in the middle of Mt Hope Bay, which would have crippled our economy and become a grave danger. Mr. Callison led that fight and attended numerous meetings with our Save Bristol Harbor group, as well as Save the Bay, He also put together a coalition of groups ~ to work cooperatively to protect our State’s waters from privatization, and to insure the safeguard of our State's economy from this threat - Mr, Gallison as a representative of his Bristol constituents never failed to respond to citizen’s concerns on any matter. Many people have commented to me on how Mr. Gallison always listened to their concerns and would act always in the best interests of our local community as well as our State. Judge Smith, | ask that you do take into account the long record of service to Rhode Island that Mr. Gallison has contributed. 1 know that Mr. Gallison sincerely regrets his mistakes, and he has well cooperated with the Court. | believe he deserves such consideration as you might weigh the long good years of service. Thank you for listening to me here. Sincerely, ‘Stephan’ Zn PP ae : ,Case 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 7 of 25 PagelD #: 153, HORVITZ & BRILHANTE, LLLP, ‘Arroaneve at Law aux 8. Honvirz sowwo Gneaonr A Beavers 821 Now Man Stage ma Home Curwenr Brown” 7.0. Box 2568 oe Faun Riven, MassacruserT8 02722 ua A Ho Proueres w wasgnouser8 (G08) e708 Mane aa Teuecoman: oe) 78.2305, June 5, 2017 The Honorable William E, Smith Jr Chief Fudge United States District Court United State Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, R.1. 02903, RE: Raymond Gallison Dear Justice Smith Jr. Itis with a heavy heart [ write this letter to you on behalf of Reymond Gallison. 1, like many others, am aware of the charges against Mr. Gallison as well as the fact that he has accepted responsibility for his actions and pleaded guilty 10 said charges brought against hhim, While a tragic situation, Mr. Gellison’s actions in accepting responsibility come as no surprise to me. He has always been a person who, despite his shortcomings, has stood up, accepted responsibility for his actions, shown remorse for those actions and accepted the consequences associated therewith. have known Mr, Gallison for over twenty years both personally and professionally. In ‘my dealings with him he has always acted with the highest integrity and competency in ‘representing his clients in the State of Massachusetts and I can personally attest to the fact that he always acted in the best interest of his clients. Personally, I am very much aware of Mr. Gallison’s relentless efforts in the fight against the LNG project at Weaver’s Cove in Fall River, Massachusetts, The countless hours he gave to that fight is @ testament to his character and commitment to helping others. ‘Your honor, I recently read somewhere the following statement, the author of which L am unsure. It states “everyone makes mistakes in life but that doesn’t mean they have to pay for ‘them the rest of their life. Sometimes good people make bad choices. It does not mean they are ‘bad, it means they are human.’Case 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 8 of 25 PagelD #: 154 HORVITZ & BRILHANTE, LLLP. Raymond Gallison made a mistake. A big mistake for which I believe he is truly sorry. ‘While punishment is necessary, I submit that the Court should consider the suffering, admittedly self inflicted, that Mr. Gallison has experienced and his family has experienced as a result of his mistake. | ask you to consider that, not for sympathy purposes, but out of compassion for a good human being who made a bad mistake. ly yours, , ‘Gregory A. Brilhante, Esq For HORVITZ & BRILHANT LLP. GABikseCase 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 9 of 25 PagelD #: 155, June 9, 2017 To the Honorable William E, Smith Jr. U.S. District Court United States Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, R. I. 02903, Your Honor, ‘My husband and J have known Mr. Raymond Gallison since the mid-90s. He was recommended to me by a customer of mine for a minor incident. About 12 years later, 2007, my husband had an accident at work. He fell 18 ft. He was ‘unconscious at the time and has no memory of what happened, We tried a couple of workmen comp lawyers and were not satisfied. We did't know what to do. ‘Them I spotted Mr. Gallison's name in my phone book, [called him. He remembered us. He talked to us about my husband's case and agreed to help us. My husband is disabled now. The irony is a few years later Thad an accident and have been disabled too. Mr. Gallison worked many hours and years on our cases without complaint, If we needed to go to Boston for a hearing, he would pick us up and bring us. If we had questions or fears because we didn't know whet we were doing, he would get us the answers. ‘We don't know where we would be today if it wasn't for Mr. Gallison. I would recommend im toanyone, Limow he made some mistakes, always taking on too many things at once. But he is, in my book, a decent and honorable man, He always put his clients and their priorities first. Please take this into account at his sentencing. ‘Thank you, Sincerely, Ronald and Rosemary Cote (Qu298 LAE aman Ceeteal>(Case Participants)(Case Participanttseqfofits01/002 Filed 06/14/17 Page 12 of 25 PagelD #: 158 ‘Mey 18, 2017 ‘The Honorable William E. Smith, Esq, Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House One Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903, Dear Judge Smith, J am writing this letter in support of Raymond Gallison, but I would like to start by briefly introducing myself. I am a 61-year-old who has lived in Bristol since 1995. After a. 20-year insurance career, Ihave spent the last 22 years of my life working at a local environmental nonprofit organization, The majority of my time there is unpaid. I spend a good deal of my leisure time removing litter from Bristol's streets and sidewalks and tending “pocket gardens” in Bristol's downtown waterfront district. Most would view me as a model citizen, and Ihave received more than my fair share of awards over the years in recognition of my volunteer efforts. Iemy memory serves me correctly, it i in my capacity as @ local environmental Volunteer/activist that [first met then-Representative Gallison in 2000 or 2001, when the two us were honored by Save Bristol Harbor, a local $01(c)(3) dedicated to protecting Bristol's coastal waters, Ray and I have crossed paths frequently over the past 18 years duc to our mutual interests, primarily — but not exclusively ~ relating to the environment, ‘The Ray Gallison T came to know as a Bristol citizen was a dedicated public servant who always “went the extra mile” to represent his constituents, attend public meetings and rallies, and was always on hand at Bristol's plethora of activities relating to the 4th of July celebration, which ‘commences on Flag Day and culminates with Bristol's well-known Parade, ‘When many citizens in the East Bay united in opposition to the Hess Corporation's proposed LNG facility in Mt, Hope Bay, Ray took the lead by attending endless meetings and rallies that spanned a number of years, keeping local individuals and environmental groups from around the region apprised of developments with punctual regularity. When we finally won the battle ‘against the Hess Corporation, it was due in no small measure to Ray Gallison’s extraordinary fenacity. Ray, more than any individual, organization, or Town Council, deserves the credit for that hard-fought victory, and for that, many of us in the region will be eternally grateful. For his relentless efforts on behalf of Rhode Island and its citizens, Ray Gallison is my hero. ‘When Ray's logal problems first became public news, I immediately reached out to him, not knowing whether he was guilty or innocent of the pending charges. Whether or not Ray had committed a crime was irelevant to me, because the man I knew and respected was a gentle, caring man, someone whom I will always hold in high regard. Whatever crimes he pleads guilty to will never change my opinion.95/18/2@14se%4:£9-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participantt4e9fofts02/002 Filed 06/14/17 Page 13 of 25 PagelD #: 159 ‘Over the course of my adult life, I have known two busineas associates who each were responsible for vehicular homicide, each fatally striking a pedestrian and fleeing the scene. These were both professional, well respected, and otherwise law-abiding citizens who panicked after an accident, committing ¢ crime. One was an insurance professional, the other @ respected Providence attomey. My point here is that good people make mistakes, We all make mistakes. Some of us make mistakes with greater consequences, but that doesn't necessarily mean those who do are evil people, My other two friends and former business associates are two of these people. Similarly, Ray Gallison is « good man who made uncharacteristically bad choices, and for his ‘mistakes he must also pay a price. Whatever Rey's reasoning for the inappropriate choices he raade which have led him to this poin, itis completely uncharacteristic of the man I have known for almost two decades. Desperate people make bed decisions, and it may only be by the graco of God that I haven't found myself in Ray’s situation; that is why I don’t judge Ray or any others for their mistakes, Tknow you, as Chief Judge of the United States District Court, have a job to do in determining the price Ray Gallison must pay for his mistakes. I am all too aware of the charges to which Mr. allison is pleading guilty. Thope that before you reach your sentencing decision, you will consider all the good Ray has done for the citizens of the State of Rhode Island. 1 ask that you please consider the fact thet I am one of thousands who owes a huge debt of gratitude to this ‘man, our former State Representative, who at his core is one of the most admirable men I know. Ray's mistake is an anomaly. It doesn’t define him as the person I call my friend, Respectfully submitted, Atal 341 Thames Street Bristol, RI 02809Case 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 14 of 25 PagelD #: 160Case 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 15 of 25 PagelD #: 161. ‘The Honorable William &. Smith Jr. Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providenca, RI 02903 Dear Chief Judge Smith, | am writing you to express my personal knowledge of Raymond Gallison’s many years of doing exceptional work on behalf of Rhode Island's veterans. He served as the Vice- Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs under Chairman Kenneth Carter and was always an advocate for veterans’ issues. When he became Chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee he continued his advocacy for the state's veterans. He was the primary sponsor of much of the veterans’ legislation that was introduced in the House of Representatives during his tenure. He and his Veterans Affairs Office were always available to help our state's veterans with any Issues they might have. He was always present at many veterans’ functions and events on his own time. He worked closely with veterans’ organizations to help veterans. Although | am aware of the nature of the charges against Ray, | belleve he was and stl Is @ good friend of all of the veterans and the veteran organizations in our state. sspectfully Yours, heh te fe. in P Gallo Sr., CMSGT (Retired USAF) Past President House Permanent Veterans Advisory Council, Past Prasident United Veterans Council of Rhode Island, Nati t f Veterans of Foreign Wars RI State Department, RING Retirees AssociationCase 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 16 of 25 PagelD #: 162 ‘The Honorable William € Smith, Jr. Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, RI. 02903 May 16, 2017 Dear Judge Smith, | posted on Facebook a few months ago: “Everyone makes mistakes in life, but that doesn’t mean they have to pay for them the rest of their life. Sometimes good people make bad choices, it doesn’t mean they are bad. It means they are human.” | fully understand that Mr. Raymond Gallison has pleaded guilty. | know the seriousness of his illegal actions. | am also fully aware of the price he has already paid within his family and community. | know that he is contrite and realizes the consequences of his bad decisions. {also posted, “Don’t judge someone just because they sin differently than you”. | believe that the good Mr. Gallison has done outweighs his guilt. | have known Raymond for twenty years in my capacity as pastor of St Mary's church in Bristol. He has served this community very well and his district. | am not asking that Mr. Gallison be forgiven or excused but the purpose of the letter is to seek consideration of his family. | do not think a jail term longer than what is mandatory is merited nor will it produce any positive effect. Thank you for your consideration. fea Oty [lemackGase 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 18 of 25 PagelD ¥: 164 ‘The Honorable William . Smith I. Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House 1 Bxchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903 ‘Your Honor: would like to thank you for taking a moment out of your busy schedule to read this letter of support for ‘Mr. Raymond Gallison. Sir, I um fully aware of the charges to which Mr. Gallison has ptead guilty to; however I would like to offer my insight and feelings of Mr. Gallison. Having served for almost 20 years as a volunteer firefighter/EMT on the Bristol Fire Department, | came ‘o know Mr. Gallison through meeting him at various events and fundraisers that the department held. Mr. Gallison was always kind and supportive ofthe department efforts to procure equipment and training, ‘As a homeowner in Bristol, I would like to edd that Mr. Gallisoa’s efforts to assist the grassroots ‘organization “Save Bristol Harbor’; in doing so thet group rewarded him the first ever ‘Save Bristol Harbor Award” for his diligence and care of the environment. Mr. Galison also led ¢ campaign which led to the eventual halting of the Weaver's Cove offshore LNG terminal which was proposed in Mt. Hope Bay in Massachusetts, Had the LNG terminal been constructed, LNG tankers would be traversing our ‘beautiful Narragansett Bay, and Mt. Hope Bay. The security zones established around these tankers ‘would have brought traffic in Bristol and the surrounding towns toa standstill when the Mt. Hope Bridge ‘would have tobe closed. It would have been very taxing to local police and fire departments Mr. Gallison also worked with the RI Department of Environmental Management and gained funding to rebuild an eyesore in Bristol, that being the Mt. Hope Bost Ramp. The boat ramp was inaccessible to any vehicle, es the road which was a dirt path, was rutted, and impassable. Funding through the taxes gained ‘on marine fuel sales, of over $Imillion dollars was used to create a tranquil park, with solar powered LED lighting for security at night, and ample parking for numerous citizens from Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts to access the waterfront. Additionally, this boat launch was the first ofits Kind in the state to be handicapped accessible, On a personal level, when my husband received his nursing license in Massachusetts, he challenged the RI nursing board for a RI license. The appropriate paperwork was completed and mailed to the Department of Health, we waited almost 2 months for a clerk to sign the paperwork and issue a RI LPN license. This delay was holding up my husband’s employment in order to work as a nurse in the State of Rhode Island. On an off chance, we ran into Mr. Gallison at a mutual frend’s home, it was Mr. Gallison ‘who heard of the dilemma and offered to assist us while he was in office. —<.----- —Gase 1:17-c1-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 19 of 25 PagelD #: 165 TT've known Mr. Gallison, his wife and sons for elmost 20 years; he is a good and decent person and family man. I humbly request that you please take into consideration this letter as you weigh your decision, Please look upon him for his help of many residents of Bristol, the numerous civic and social groups that he helped, and forall of the postive actions that he has made in the past. ask that you please exhibit compassion on him when he appears before you. ‘Thank you for your time, Respectfully: “Lr A chard T. Giannini 58 Roosevelt Dr Bristol. RI 02809= Mont> :17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 17 (Case Participants)(Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 1 of 1 PagelD #175 The Honorable William f2, Smith J Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903 Dear Chief Judge Smith, My name is Vincent A. Berretto and | am a friend of Raymond E. Gallison, Jr. held the position of Chief Rate Setting Analyst (Office of Health and Human Service ~ State of Rhode Island) retired, | also am a member of the Bristol Democratic Town Committee. 1am aware of the charges to which he has pleaded guilty and I am offering my perspective of Mr. Gallison. Through the years Mr. Gallison has dedicated his efforts and energies for the betterment of fais family, for the betterment of our Veterans and for the betterment of our Senior Citizens. Mr. Gallison has also worked diligently to enhance the quality of education for our children and to protect and preserve our precious environment. Mr, Gallison has accepted responsibility for his actions and is prepared to fulfill all the requirements of his sentencing. He regrets the decisions that he has made and understands that he alone is culpable for those choices. As you contemplate sentencing, I humbly request that you take into consideration Mr. Gallison’s family: His wife Diane (Bristol, RI school tcacher, ret.) their sons Timothy (Police Officer ~ Bristol, RI) and Nathan (Police Officer ~ Pawtucket, RD). ‘To impose an extended or long term incarceration would invariably be counterproductive (0 the essence and well being of the Gallison family as a whole. I thank you for your time and consideration, Respectfully, Ue Kuhl hi Vincent A. Berretto, Jr.Case 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 10 of 25 PagelD #: 156 June 1, 2017 ‘The Honorable William €, Smith Jr. Chief Judge United States District Court United states Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903, Your honor, Please accept this letter as information pertaining to Raymond Gallson {lam aware of the charges that Mr. Galison has plead gullty to, and | trust the adjudication process will provide the necessary penalty for these charges. However, prior to these exceptionally poor decisions, ‘Mr. Galiison had been a supporter of the community of Bristol. n his time as a state representative, Mr. Galison facilitated necessary support forthe fire department towards a new station and various apparatus and equipment, Additionally, he supported endeavors such as the construction of the new Rl Veteran's home, marine areas for boaters, and other elle items. ‘Though | certainly do not condone the actions taken, Mr. Gallison was generally a decent person having helped many over the past several years. | ask only that you take these items into consideration during ‘your deliberation over this unfortunate matter. Regards, 856 Hope St. Bristol, RI02809Case 1:17-ct-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 20 of 25 PagelD #: 166 Celia Gomes One Celis Court Baistol, RU 02809 (401) 451-578 May 18, 2017 ‘The Honomble William Smith, J. Chief Judge United States District Coust United States Court House One Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903 Dear Honorable Judge Seth: “Thea each of them went home, while Jesus went to the Mount of Olives, Eatly inthe morning he eame ‘again to che cemple. All the people came to hitn and he sat down snd began to teach them. The sexbes and the Pharisees brought « woman who had been caught in adultery; and making her stand before all of them, they sid to hima, "Teaches, this woman was caught inthe very act of committing adultery. Now in the law Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?” They sad this to test him, 0 that they might have some charge to bring eguinst him. Jesus bent down aad wrote with hs finger on the ground. When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, is i her’ And once again he beat down sad wiote on the ground, When they heard it, they went aw, one by one, beginning with the elder and Jesus was left alone with the woman standing before hiro. Jesus straightened up end said to her, ‘Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?" She said, ‘No one, si.’ And Jesus seid, ‘Neither do I condemn you. Go your way, and from now on do not sin again” John 7:53-8 I have known Raymond Galison for about 40 years. Iam aware that charges have beea brought against hhim and that he bas pleaded guilty o those charges. Whatever exxors in judgemeat be has done will never define the maa he is in my eyes. What defines him is his good heart. What defines him is his character, his work ethic, his Gevotion to his wife and family, his true fendship. What defines him is that he isa spirit-illed man who believes in God and believes ia his country. What defines him i the yeas of service he has devoted to our town of Bristol and to our State of Rhode Island, always wiling to lend a helping band. Like the bible story above, fa be it from me to throw a stone. I have made ecrors in judgement in my life ‘and any adult walking the face of this earth would admit the same. We have all made mistakes. We are all called to show compassion, mercy and forgiveness for our fellow man. Itis suid: “Hindsight is 20/20”, and “When you know better, you do bert.” Tam certain lessons have bees leamed, remorse has been shown, and regrets will live in Ray's heat forthe rest of his life. He lives his punishment in his mind end heart every minute of every day and deals with its realities in the public eye every ime another soul-breaking article or news story sensationalizes human exo for their wa selfish gain. Know this: Raymond Gallson isa GREAT man with a GOOD heatt and I would stand by him under ANY circumstancel ‘We all need to drop our stones instead of throwing them. Thank you Your Honor for listening. Respectfully subraitted, Lea fone atCase 1:17-c1-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Par \ Filed 06/14/17 Page 21 of 25 Pagel s gy wmcansystone ‘The Honorable William B. Smith J. Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence RI 02903 Dear Chief Judge Smith, 1 wish to express my support for Raymond Gellison. I am aware ofthe charges to which he has pleaded guilty and want to offer my perspective of Mr. Gallison. came to know Me, Gallison during my employment at the Rhode Island Veterans Home, ‘Asa Rhode Island State Representative, Mr. Gallison served the veterans with great hhonor and respect. He frequently visited the Veterans Home speaking with both the residents and the staff He worked diligently, on behalf of the veterans, seeking to provide funding, improve conditions, as well as offering his strong support for the building of a new Rhode Island Veterans Hore. { recall many conversations with Mr. Gallison, concerning the needs of veterans and Working farnilies and was always confident that he was bringing those needs to the State House, ‘in addition to the Veterans Home, Mr. Gallison offered much needed support to the ‘volunteers of the Bristol Fire Department. He worked along side department officers creating better training opportunities and securing, quality equipment. tho years, Mr. Gallison provided assistance fo many families; he was somone people could depend upon to offer his assistance and support. He was a good fismily man Find inisband. Its my hope that you will lok at Mi. Gallison as e whole person, ‘eflecting upon all the postive contributions he has made for veterans, fire fighters and families, Task that you will demonstrate compassion towards bi. David Laroche w eve SNTINIY SS3HOG SET aistesztapt —esist 1092/22/90Case 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 22 of 25 PagelD #: 168 ‘The Honorable William E. Smith Jr. Chief Judge United States District Court United States Courthouse 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903 May 17, 2017 Re: Raymond Gallison Dear Judge Smith: In this trying time for Ray Gallison, I'd like to offer a supportive picture of aman who has done many good things for many people. Granted, he has pled guilty to the charges before you, but there are many deeds he has done that should be noted when considering his actions. He was very instrumental in promoting and supporting the new Rl Veterans Home Project, the Mount Hope Public Boat Launch Area, and the Opposition to the LNG Project in the East Bay. He’s been a Coach for Newport Youth Hockey and for the King Philip Little League. He has sponsored legislation honoring Korean and Vietnam veterans, and has been a long standing advocate of Veterans’ causes. Your Honor, Ray Gallison is a good person with a good family and | ask that you give the utmost consideration to his many positive accomplishments done for the benefit of others. Sincerely, zt jond T. Lavey Jr.Case 1:17-c'-00006-S-PAS Document 18 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 1 of 1 PagelD #: 174 dune 7, 2047 ‘The Honorable Willlam E. Smith Jr Chief Judge United States District Court United States Courthouse (One Exchange Terrace Providence, Ri 02903 Deer Judge Smith: {Lam wating to you on behatf of Raymond E. Gatlison, Jr. who has plead guilty to a number of charges before your Honor. | personally know Ray and know that he has accepted responsibilty for him actions with great remorse, and how devastating this has been fo him and his family. He has not made any excuses for what he has done and has asked those of us who personally know him for forgiveness. Ray has beer a person to whom many of us in Bristol have gone for assistance. He has always been there for us. As a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, | am grateful for what he has accomplished for all Veterans of Rhode Island. It was Ray's efforts that made it possible for the new Veterans’ Home to be constructed on the site of the old Veterans’ Home in Bristol. When Bristol Patrol Officer Richard Jean George tragically lost his life in Costa Rica, members of the Department traveled to Costa Rica to help with the rescue efforts, along with being with Richard’s family. When the Costa Rican goverment was attempting to delay the release of Richard's body so Richard could be brought back to Rhode Island, | personally contacted Ray. Ray intervened for us and Richard's family did not have to ‘wait the extra time that the Costa Rican govemment was attempting to impose to bring Richard home. We were all very grateful from Ray's intervention to bring Richard's body back to Rhode Isiand. Ray has aways been a very helpful and considerate person to the people of Bristol. His many king and considerate assistance has always been gratefully appreciated, Bristol is @ better community thanks to all Ray have done. Thank you for considering my thoughts and words on behalf of Ray. (iL. fas) Medeiros ty.Case 1:17-cr-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 23 of 25 PagelD #: 169, faint Ehzabeth Church 570 Wood Street Bristol yr 02609 Poe: 401-253-8366 Faye 401-253-7659 May 23, 2017 ‘The Honorable William E, Smith, Jr. Chief Judge United States District Court United States Court House 1 Exchange Terrace Providence, RI 02903 Dear Chief Judge Smith, 1am writing to you in regard to Raymond E. Gallison, Jr. whom [have known for nearly five years in my capacity as the Pastor of St. Elizabeth's Church of Bristol, Prior to the time that ‘Mr. Gallison resigned from his position as State Representative of District 69, I knew him to be a person who supported many of his constituents, who happen to be members of St. Elizabeth's, by actively taking part in various activities that were geared toward the spiritual, social and over all well-being of the parish. ‘As aman of faith and hope in Jesus Christ, as reflect on the fact that Mr. Gallison has pled auilty to criminal charges, and the responsibility that you have in regard to handing down a sentence, there are two themes that have repeatedly come to mind, The fist is that “no one ‘moment or action defines a person’s entire career or life”. The second is that “God always remembers the good we have done and forgives any sins we may have committed in human weakness”, To me, Mr. Gallison's guilty pless and cooperation with the Court suggest remorse, repentance and a willinguess to accept responsibility for his choices and decisions that have led him to this point in his life, With that said, on bis bebalf and on behalf of his wife, I humbly ask that you consider handing down a sentence that is not only just and in accord with the sentencing guidelines of the Court but also exceedingly rich in merey and in accord with the ways of God. 1 thank you for your consideration. If there are any questions that I can answer or any additional information that I can provide, please contact me at your convenience. Sincerely yours in Christ, He Feat A (esesse Rev. Richard A. Narciso, PastorCase 1:17-c1-00006-S-PAS Document 16 (Case Participants) Filed 06/14/17 Page 24 of 25 PagelD #: 170 May 26,2017 The Honorable Wiliam E, Smith r Chief ludge United States Distriet Court United states Court House 1 Exchange St Providence, Ri 02908 Judge Smith, First and foremost, | am writing this letter fully aware of the charges to which Mr. Raymond G Gallison Jr hhas pleaded guilty to | nave known Ray Gallison for at over ten years when his two sons Joined the fire department in our ‘town. Since then we have become very good friends as well as our familes. Through these 10 years, have known Mr. Gallson to be a caring a loving family man and a good friend, and a loyal public servant to those who reside in District 69, Ray has led the fight to preserve Mt Hope Bay by stopping the LNG project that was proposed to be in ‘ur area, Ray was instrumental in many projects for our community such as, obtaining additional Property adjacent to the Rl Veterans Home to construct a new Fire Department Headquarters, refurbishing @ boat launching area that was basically an eyesore and now Isa boat ramp where people can easily launch thelr watercraft into Mt Hope Bay which is also handicapped accessible, sponsored legislation to protect firefighters, EMS, and law enforcement personnel from those who wish to harm us. "have personally asked Mr. Galison for assistance when my wife had difficulty with applying for unemployment assistance and was treated disrespectfully by a state employee when she needed assistance, also when a neighbor made a mistake applying for unemployment, Ray always extended a helping hand and got us connected to the right people within the State Offices to resalve our Issues. | can also remember when Ray assisted the Andrade family with speeding up the process to return the ‘remains of thelr son who was killed In action in the Middle East, along with many other ways that Ray has helped those whom he represented in District 69. Judge Smith, Ray isa good man, with a good heart who has made a terrible mistake and by his plea, has admitted to it.