[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 160 (Thursday, November 13, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2373-E2374]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNITION OF JIMMY K. MELVER AS NORTHEAST EL PASOAN OF THE YEAR FOR 
                                  1996

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                          HON. SILVESTRE REYES

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 13, 1997

  Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to recognize Jimmy K. Melver as 
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El Pasoan of the Year for 1996. Jimmy has served El Paso with unmatched 
dedication and desire while asking for nothing in return.
  Jimmy is the current Chairman of the Board of the American Heart 
Association and was the past Development Chairman and Outstanding 
Regional Volunteer of the Year for West Texas. He has served the Boy 
Scouts of America for more than 28 years and is the current Chairman of 
the Troop Committee of Troop 222.
  Jimmy has been a member of the Highland Presbyterian Church for more 
than 35 years. He currently serves the church in his capacity as co-
music leader for Sunday School and Chairman of the 40th Anniversary 
celebration. He currently sits on the Board of Directors of the 
Northgate Optimist Club. His involvement in the community includes 
service to Andress High School as the past President of the Band 
Booster Club. He is also a Life Member of the Texas Parent Teacher 
Association.
  I would like to thank Jimmy Melver for his years of dedication and 
service to El Paso. We can all learn a great deal from Jimmy and the 
sacrifices he has made to improve his community. He is typical of what 
El Paso has become known for in the Southwest, individuals that work 
long, hard, and unselfish hours on behalf of this community for no 
other reason than to create a community where everyone can feel 
welcome. He shines as bright as the star on our mountain.

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