[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 34 (Thursday, March 23, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E406]
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                        HONORING PAT HALBERSTADT

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                          HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 23, 2000

  Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I proudly honor a wonderful citizen and 
community member from my Congressional District in California. My 
friend Pat Halberstadt will be recognized this weekend by the Sister 
City Association of Garden Grove.
  This is a local grassroots, citizen-directed effort to promote 
international understanding and build bridges between communities. The 
association carries on a relationship with Garden Grove's sister city, 
Anyang, South Korea. In a city that is home to so many Korean 
Americans, the association is to be commended for its work.
  Pat Halberstadt is known for her work with the Boys & Girls Club of 
Garden Grove. In fact, I think it's fair to say that without Pat, there 
wouldn't be a Boys & Girls club there.
  Pat has lived in Garden Grove all her life--perhaps that's why she 
cares about our community so much. Her dedication knows no bounds and 
goes above and beyond the call of duty.
  Because of her work, we can provide a safe, high-quality source of 
activities and resources for our children and young people after school 
and for their families. Pat is also recognized for her expertise in her 
field, and has been asked to serve on numerous state, county and local 
boards.
  Mr. Speaker, we are so grateful to Pat for all she's given our 
community's kids, and I am proud to honor her in Congress today.

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