[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 141 (Friday, October 9, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2008-E2009]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                       TRIBUTE TO CARNEY CAMPION

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                           HON. NANCY PELOSI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 8, 1998

  Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to pay 
tribute to Carney Campion, General Manager, Golden Gate Bridge, Highway 
and Transportation District. Mr. Campion will retire from his position 
on November 30, after 23 years of dedicated work to the Bridge 
District.
  During Mr. Campion's tenure, the Golden Gate Bridge and associated 
transportation services have undergone numerous service and safety 
improvements. Achieving these improvements has required a combination 
of vision and commitment. Through his effective leadership, Mr. Campion 
has ensured that the Golden Gate Bridge remains one of San Francisco's 
most lauded landmarks.
  Among his many accomplishments, Mr. Campion has worked with the San 
Francisco Bay Delegation to secure $51.8 million in federal funding for 
the seismic retrofitting of the Golden Gate Bridge, received approval 
for a median barrier to eliminate two-way accidents, redecked the 
Bridge, instituted public safety patrols and placed crises phones in 
key locations to deter suicides, and developed specifications for an 
electronic toll system. In addition, under Mr. Campion, the Bridge 
District became the first public transit system in the Bay Area to 
comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act.
  However, these significant accomplishments are only a part of Mr. 
Campion's overall commitment to continuing and strengthening the

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Bridge District's mission of providing safe and efficient 
transportation. The successful operation of the Golden Gate Bridge and 
its bus and ferry units are vital to the San Francisco Bay Area 
economy. By improving overall transportation efficiency and pursuing 
alternative modes of transportation, such as adding a high-speed 
catamaran to the ferry fleet, Mr. Campion has played an important role 
in ensuring that Bay Area residents can conveniently and safely commute 
between San Francisco and outlying areas.
  In addition to these contributions, Mr. Campion has accomplished many 
personal achievements. He is a member of numerous community 
organizations and serves as director for a YMCA, a theater company and 
the Marin Forum. Furthermore, Mr. Campion has served on or chaired 
Presidential task forces and international associations throughout his 
career.
  Mr. Speaker, San Francisco has been the fortunate beneficiary of 
Carney Campion's steadfast and thoughtful leadership. His presence will 
be greatly missed. I know my colleagues will join me in wishing him 
well in his future endeavors.

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