[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 29 (Wednesday, March 7, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E293-E294]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO STANLEY L. DODSON

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 7, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment to recognize 
a remarkable citizen, Stanley L. Dodson, for his continued dedication 
to the people of Colorado. Stanley is being honored by Glenwood Chamber 
Resort as their 2001 Citizen of the Year. Stanley has had a long and 
distinguished career and it is obvious why he is receiving this honor. 
Stanley's contributions to the citizens of Colorado are great in number 
and deserve the recognition of Congress.
  Stanley is a great role model and an outstanding citizen. Stanley has 
not only had an exceptional career in the engineering field, but he's 
also been highly active in his community. Stanley started his career 
after graduating from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a 
degree in Civil Engineering and Business Administration in 1941. During 
his college years, Stanley became the formidable leader that has won 
him recognition today. Stanley has always had the gift of leadership, 
from his time as senior class high school president and valedictorian 
to president of the PI Kappa fraternity to holding numerous board 
positions.
  Most significantly, Stanley also served his country during World War 
II. In 1942, he was commissioned as an officer in the United

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States Naval Reserves, where he was able to further his education in 
engineering at numerous training schools. After serving his country 
with distinction, Stanley focused his energies and efforts on working 
for the Colorado State Highway Commission. Appointed by Governor Love 
in 1965, he later became Chairman of the Commission in 1973. During his 
career, he was a model of service, focusing his time and personal 
resources on the betterment of his state and community.
  Stanley is a pillar of the Glenwood Springs community. His 
accomplished career addressing the transportation issues of the State 
of Colorado over the past 55 years has earned him the honor Citizen of 
the Year. Beyond his important work in the transportation sector, 
Stanley is also being honored for his great work on various local 
causes. Stanley has won numerous awards acknowledging his commitment to 
the community. In 1991, the Alumni Association of the University of 
Colorado at Boulder gave Stanley the ``Alumni Recognition Award.'' In 
that same year, the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association honored 
him with its first ``Lifetime Achievement Award''. For all these 
reasons, and many more, Stanley deserves the commendation of this body.
  It is with this, Mr. Speaker, that I say thank you to Stanley for his 
dedication and service to his community over the years and congratulate 
him on an outstanding career and on this distinguished honor. He has 
worked hard for our community and for our great state. He is clearly 
deserving of the honor of being named Citizen of the Year.
  Stanley, we are all very proud of you and grateful for your service.

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