[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 50 (Thursday, April 24, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E744]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   CONGRATULATIONS TO CAMP PENDLETON

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                            HON. RON PACKARD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 24, 1997

  Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, I proudly rise today to recognize Gen. 
Claude Reinke and the men and women of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton 
in my district in Oceanside, CA, for their dedicated effort towards 
environmental conservation.
  I have admired General Reinke and his leadership ability and enjoyed 
the close working relationship we have shared for many years.
  Today, Camp Pendleton is being honored by the Department of Defense 
as the 1996 Environmental Security Award winner in the natural 
resources conservation category. This award recognizes Camp Pendleton 
for its ``outstanding accomplishments in the conservation of natural 
resources * * * and ensuring their continued availability for future 
generations.
  Camp Pendleton, the largest military facility land wise was praised 
for the advancement in the ecosystem management of the 119,000 acres 
that encompasses the base. Among other aspects, Camp Pendleton's 
officials were especially noted for an enhancement program of two near 
extinct species present on the base.
  It is my pleasure to also recognize Susan Gibson, an environmental 
program manager at Camp Pendleton, who is being individually recognized 
for her role in initiating ``significant progress in avoiding and 
controlling air, water, land and noise pollution.''
  Mr. Speaker, as one of only six installations to ever win this award 
twice, I believe Camp Pendleton's men and women are to be commended for 
their effort and hard work toward environmental safety concerns and 
congratulated for winning this award.

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