[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 46 (Monday, April 25, 1994)]
[Senate]
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[Congressional Record: April 25, 1994]
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                       TRIBUTE TO JOHN A. GARRETT

  Mr. HEFLIN. Mr. President, I am pleased to rise today in tribute to a 
long-time friend, John A. Garrett. John is retiring from his position 
as executive vice president of the Alabama Rural Water Association 
effective May 1. He has been a committed leader for many years on 
issues relating to rural America.
  Before being elected executive vice president of the Rural Water 
Association in 1977, when it was officially organized, John served as 
Director of the Farmers Home Administration under Presidents Nixon and 
Ford. During his tenure with this agency, he became a nationally 
recognized leader on agricultural and water issues. He also sat on the 
National Rural Water Board of Directors.
  John also demonstrated his personal commitment to serving others 
through his active involvement in civic and community affairs. He 
served as district governor of the Rotary Club; was a founder of Camp 
ASCA for the handicapped; and was a member of the board of directors of 
Goodwill Industries of Central Alabama for 25 years. He is also a past 
chairman of this board.
  In 1991, he was inducted into the Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of 
Fame. This honor is a wonderful testament to the esteem in which he is 
held by his friends and peers. He is a warm, caring person who truly 
epitomizes the very best about public service.
  Since John turned 85 on April 23, I hope he doesn't mind me wishing 
him a slightly belated ``Happy Birthday'' on the floor of the Senate.

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