[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 11 (Thursday, January 19, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E131]
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                         TRIBUTE TO JESS SOLTESS

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 19, 1995

  Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jess Soltess as he 
retires from the position of Ferndale city manager after 24 years of 
distinguished service to Ferndale, MI, and the surrounding community. 
In 1971, Jess began his distinguished career serving Ferndale as 
community development services director. In 1978, he was elevated to 
his current position of city manager.
  Mr. Speaker, I have had the pleasure to represent the city of 
Ferndale for 13 years. It is a dynamic community growing and changing 
to better serve its citizens. Jess has truly played a key role in 
Ferndale's development and success.
  On the occasion of his retirement, I would like to congratulate and 
thank Jess Soltess for his commitment and dedication to the city of 
Ferndale. I would like to extend my best wishes to Jess and his wife 
Sue for many years of health and happiness.

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