[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 50 (Tuesday, April 13, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E620]
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                          HONORING LEE ECKERT

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                         HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 13, 1999

  Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues to join 
me in honoring Mr. Lee Eckert, a dedicated community leader from 
Millstadt, Illinois, in my congressional district.
  Mr. Eckert has served the Village of Millstadt for 40 years as their 
Trustee. He and his wife, Lucille, live in Millstadt, where they raised 
their four children, Trudy, Lana, Kelly, and Toby.
  Lee Eckert is retiring this month after a distinguished career of 
public service. During his tenure as chair of the Public Works 
Committee and Village Board, his tireless efforts can be recognized in 
many projects completed under his direction. Mr. Eckert skillfully 
guided the development of the Industrial Park and new sewer treatment 
plan for the Village of Millstadt. He also was instrumental in 
coordinating the building plans for the new government facility, which 
houses the Village Hall, Library, Mayor's Office, and until recently, 
the Millstadt Police Department.
  What is most notable about Lee Eckert is his willingness to meet any 
challenge presented to him. I commend Mr. Eckert for his integrity, 
compassion, and commitment to the Village of Millstadt, so evident to 
anyone who has had the opportunity to know him. I want to join the 
community in thanking Mr. Eckert for his dedication and invaluable 
service for the past 40 years. I am confident that his future years of 
retirement will be as productive and fulfilling as his past.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Lee Eckert 
for the example he has set for us all.

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