[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 45 (Wednesday, April 22, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E618]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             BOB PATZER: TWO DECADES OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE

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                          HON. JAMES A. BARCIA

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 22, 1998

  Mr. BARCIA. Mr. Speaker, if you want a job done right, hire a 
professional. For the past twenty years, Associated Underground 
Contractors, Inc., has done exactly that, having had Bob Patzer as its 
Assistant Executive Director from December, 1977, until he became the 
Executive Director in December of 1987. He was recently honored for his 
twenty years of outstanding service, an honor that he has most 
certainly earned.
  Bob Patzer understands project construction from beginning to end. He 
worked as a summer construction worker after his graduation from high 
school and as his way of earning his college degree at Michigan State 
University. Following graduation, he worked for Bennis & Son, Flintkote 
Corporation, Mayo Company, and finally Alexander & Alexander. Having 
worked with sales, supplies, bid developments, field responsibilities, 
and as an account executive, Bob had truly learned every phase of the 
business.
  With his experience and talent, it was only natural that he should be 
selected by Associated Underground Contractors, Inc. This association 
provides a variety of assistance with labor, legal, communication, 
legislative and safety matters. It provides education and training 
programs, legislative ombudsmanship, and information programs that are 
essential for companies in today's complex age. Bob Patzer has worked 
with and developed many of these programs, and because of his efforts, 
many of us regularly rely on AUC for information that is credible, 
timely, and effective.
  Bob has been credited with the successful passage of several 
important legislative proposals in the State of Michigan. I know his 
knowledge and influence have helped to play a significant role on 
matters that have come before us here as well. We can design a program, 
initiate an effort, or espouse a dream. But none of these worthwhile 
activities bear fruit until they have been designed and built by 
professionals like Bob Patzer.
  With the support that Bob has had from his wife, Linda, and his 
children, Tiffany and Shane, Bob has had a successful professional life 
sustained and encouraged by a wonderful family. They also deserve to be 
thanked and congratulated for the support they have offered to Bob 
during his career.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge you and all of our colleagues to join me in 
congratulating Bob Patzer on his 20th anniversary with Associated 
Underground Contractors, Inc., and wishing him many more years filled 
with at least an equal amount of success.

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