[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 73 (Thursday, June 6, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E966]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  PAYING TRIBUTE TO HOWARD C. BRUNER--

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 5, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I take this opportunity to recognize the 
hard work and service of Howard C. Bruner. For 10 year Howard has 
dedicated countless hours to the service of his fellow citizens. Howard 
has served on the Pueblo West Metropolitan District Board of Directors, 
striving to improve his community and the lives of those who live in 
it. After providing leadership, dedication and vision for the City of 
Pueblo for a decade, Howard is retiring from his position. I can think 
of no better way to thank Howard for his efforts than to acknowledge 
his contributions.
  Howard moved to Pueblo in 1981 and became the manager and operating 
partner of Southern Colorado Equipment. Howard began serving on the 
Pueblo West Metropolitan District Board that same year. He has been 
credited with providing the leadership and focus for the board and has 
been instrumental as part of the Board in making the changes the board 
has in order to improve Pueblo West. The board and city will always 
remember Howard for his objective approach to issues. His colleagues 
respected him for his ability to make decisions based on what was best 
for the community.
  In addition to his position on the Pueblo West Metropolitan District 
Board, Howard also dedicates his time to his community through numerous 
organizations. He is a past board member of the Better Business Bureau 
of Pueblo, and the Pueblo West Economic Development Committee. 
President Reagan recognized his leadership and abilities when he was 
the Colorado Delegate to Reagan's Council on Small Business Affairs. 
Howard in also very involved in his church. Perhaps most importantly, 
Howard is a devoted husband to his wife and loving father to his two 
children.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to bring the accomplishments of 
Howard C. Bruner to the attention of this body of Congress and this 
nation. I am proud to represent such a dedicated man and his family. 
Howard's effort to improve the lives of those around him is an example 
to us all. Thank you Howard for all of your hard work, and good luck in 
your future endeavors.

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