[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 161 (Tuesday, November 27, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2142]
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                     CONGRATULATING RICHARD LUEHRS

                                 ______
                                 

                          HON. CHRISTOPHER COX

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 27, 2001

  Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Richard Luehrs on 
his retirement as president of the Newport Harbor Area Chamber of 
Commerce.
  Richard began his service with the NHACC in 1982 as its executive 
director, and for the last 15 years has served as president and chief 
executive officer. He has helped to expand NHACC's membership to more 
than 1,000 businesses.
  Richard has been a visible and enthusiastic champion of the free 
enterprise system, fostering programs that contribute to the success of 
local businesses. Overall, his vision has been one of responsible 
growth and development for the city of Newport Beach. To achieve this 
goal, he has actively participated in civic development efforts through 
his work with the Newport Beach Economic Development Committee, the 
State Independent Living Council, the Baden-Powell district for 
handicapped Boy Scouts of Orange County, the 552 Club for Hoag 
Hospital, and the Newport Beach Building Code Commission on Environment 
Quality Affairs.
  For these and many other efforts, Richard was recognized in 1995 as 
the ``Executive of the Year'' by the Western Association of Chamber 
Executives.
  During his tenure, Richard has been lovingly supported by his wife, 
Susan; son, Richard; and daughter, Samantha.
  In behalf of the U.S. Congress, many thanks to Richard Luehrs for his 
tireless dedication to the Newport Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce and 
the community of Newport Beach.