[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 93 (Tuesday, July 14, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1288]
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              CONGRATULATIONS TO BEE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

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                          HON. RUBEN HINOJOSA

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 14, 1998

  Mr. HINOJOSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mention a very exciting 
project that is occurring in the 15th Congressional District of Texas, 
which I am privileged to represent. This Spring, negotiations were 
completed for the sale of the former Naval Air Station, Chase Field 
land by the Department of the Navy to the City of Beeville. 
Subsequently, the City conveyed title to a portion of the land to the 
Bee Development Authority (BDA) in Beeville, Texas, thereby paving the 
way for the BDA to move forward with plans for the development of an 
industrial complex. This is a significant revitalization effort that 
has been in the works for years--one that is going to be a terrific 
boon to the community in terms of both jobs and economic benefits.
  The Chase Field Industrial Complex would not be a reality today were 
it not for the foresight and perseverance of all the members of the Bee 
Development Authority. They are the individuals I want to take this 
occasion to congratulate. Quite simply put, they're an exceptional 
group.
  Accomplishing this goal was by no means an easy feat. What it 
required was commitment, teamwork and, above all, a creative strategy. 
The Bee Development Authority combined energy--talent--and vision--and 
in so doing once again proved the age old adage that where there's a 
will, there's a way. It's a perfect example of what can be accomplished 
when ingenuity is mixed with perseverance.
  Time has a way of passing very quickly. Days turn into weeks, weeks 
into months, and the next thing one knows, years have gone by. One day, 
and I predict it won't be all that far in the future, Chase Field 
Industrial Park will seem like it's always been a part of the Beeville 
landscape. I'm also certain that Chase Field Industrial Park will 
always be regarded as a milestone in the development of Beeville and 
Bee County. What a fitting tribute to the members of the Bee 
Development Authority. What a wonderful legacy.
  Again, congratulations!

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