THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1994, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Sunday, July 3, 1994 TAG: 9407020132
SECTION: SUFFOLK SUN PAGE: 03 EDITION: FINAL
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In about a year, Isle of Wight Animal Control officer Brad Burgett hopes to switch uniforms, from animal control officer to police officer.
At least, that's Burgett's goal.
Burgett, whose father is in the Air Force, came to Hampton Roads from New Mexico 16 years ago, when his father was transferred.
Today, while working as an animal control officer, Burgett, 26, is taking evening classes in administration and justice at Paul D. Camp Community College.
Between the two, Burgett said his schedule is very busy.
``But my wife Mary is behind me 100 percent. And that means a lot,'' he said.
Burgett said most of his time on the road is spent answering calls to pick up stray cats and dogs.
Once in a while, he gets a call that comes because one neighbor's dog has damaged another neighbor's property.
``I always try to talk to both parties,'' he said. ``And I hope that they'll resolve their differences between themselves. The last alternative is a summons.''
Burgett said his job with Isle of Wight is a steppingstone to his future.
``It's a learning experience,'' he said.
Name: Bradford Burgett.
What brought you to Isle of Wight? A good job with the county and to live closer to my brother and his family.
Hometown: Clovis, N.M.
Birthdate: April 11, 1968.
Nickname: Brad.
Occupation: Animal control officer.
Marital status: Newlywed.
Children: None.
Favorite movies: ``Bull Durham,'' ``The Fugitive'' and ``A Few Good Men.''
Favorite magazines: ``Sports Illustrated'' and ``Reader's Digest.''
A book you wish everyone would read? A good mystery.
Favorite night out on the town: Dinner and a movie.
Favorite food and drink: Seafood and Mountain Dew.
Favorite bar or restaurant: Bill's Seafood.
Few people know . . . that I am finishing my college course work at night.
What's the best thing about yourself? My willingness to learn.
Worst habit: Never missing a meal.
First thing in the morning: Feed the cats.
Pets: Cats named Harley and Hombre.
Hobbies: Camping, concerts and the beach.
Ideal vacation: Recently went to Key West, Fla.
Pet peeve: I would like to see more people put some kind of identification on their pets.
First job: Lifeguard.
Worst job: Loading packages into a tractor trailer during the summer at United Parcel Service.
What achievements are you most proud of? My new marriage.
What would you like on your epitaph? Hopefully, ``Good husband, good father and good friend.'' ILLUSTRATION: Staff photo by JOHN H. SHEALLY II
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