[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 110 (Monday, September 18, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1516]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                     HONORING CASEY AND JEAN BROWN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 18, 2000

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this moment to 
acknowledge two upstanding citizens of Western Colorado, Casey and Jean 
Brown. Casey and Jean, through their determination and `old fashioned' 
hard work have built a reputation among Colorado's rodeo community. 
This dedication was recently rewarded when the couple received the 
Western Service Award, presented by the Durango Pro Rodeo.
  Casey and Jean understand the value and benefit of working hard and 
this is evident in their day to day routine running their family ranch. 
Jean plays the dual role of mother and bookkeeper on the ranch. The 
tasks of her typical day range from patching up her rodeo bruised 
husband, to helping care for her children, to ensuring the health of 
the family's livestock.
  Before coming to Colorado, Casey could be found behind the teacher's 
desk at California Polytechnic College. After moving to Colorado, Casey 
and Jean began the legacy of service to their community that they are 
now widely known for. Working as a rancher, Casey realized that many 
ranchers like himself needed assistance in the political arena. To aid 
others like himself, he served with distinction on the Colorado Wool 
Growers and Cattleman's Associations. In addition, he has also served 
on the National Public Lands Council and the Pine River Irrigation 
District.
  The commitment of these two individuals to family and community is 
truly commendable. They have found that, through dedication and hard 
work, a person can truly do anything that the mind desires. They have 
made a true impact upon the community of Durango and they are clearly 
deserving of this prestigious award from the Durango Pro Rodeo 
Association.
  Casey and Jean, I thank you for your commitment to helping others. 
The citizens of Durango are truly privileged to call you neighbor and 
friend. Congratulations!

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