[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 46 (Thursday, April 17, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E705]
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  RECOGNIZING MAYOR EMORY FOLMAR'S 20 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE CITY OF 
                               MONTGOMERY

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                           HON. TERRY EVERETT

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 17, 1997

  Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, this month the city of Montgomery, AL marks 
an important milestone; two decades of courageous, visionary leadership 
embodied by a remarkable public servant, Mayor Emory Folmar.
  To those of us native to South Alabama, the words Emory Folmar speak 
for themselves. They evoke images of strong, effective leadership; 
courageous political stands; and, an undaunted spirit of patriotism and 
loyalty to home and country.
  Mayor Emory Folmar, bolstered by a uniquely charming and 
indispensable political partner, his wife Anita, has forged a legendary 
record of service to his community and his beloved State that any high 
public official would envy. Under his two-decade-old watch, Montgomery 
has become a bustling and beautiful capital city for which all of 
Alabama can be proud.
  He has tackled crime and city service problems head-on and in-person, 
earning the respect of city workers and citizens alike. His embrace of 
Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base has ensured that the military not only 
maintains a high profile presence in central Alabama, but that the Air 
force retains one of the very best educational, training, and software 
support facilities in the country.
  In reviewing his record of public office, it is fitting to note that 
Emory Folmar began his career as mayor by defeating no less than 44 
candidates without a run-off. That was on April 12, 1977, and that same 
indomitable character lives on today, even more determined than ever to 
put Montgomery, AL first.
  As a personal friend, I have no doubt that Emory Folmar will pay 
little attention to this anniversary and will instead continue being 
the man of the people he truly is. As long as Montgomery's best days 
lie ahead--and they will because of his vigilance--Emory Folmar will be 
at his best, serving the public.
  I congratulate Emory and Anita Folmar and I look forward to 20 more 
years of their brand of successful leadership for Alabama. Thank you 
Mr. Speaker.

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