[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 147 (Thursday, November 14, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2016-E2017]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO BUD BROWN

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                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 13, 2002

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Bud Brown 
for his dedicated efforts to improve the quality of life in our 
community. His commitment and service to the San Fernando Valley is 
immeasurable. Throughout his life he has contributed countless hours of 
community service by supporting various organizations and acting as an 
effective leader for several groups.
  Since his retirement from GTE in 1993, Bud Brown has been a driving 
force in cultivating relations between the private and public sectors 
in Los Angeles. His 22 years of experience in the corporate world have 
been instrumental, in establishing relationships with numerous non-
profit organizations throughout the Valley. Bud has found ways to 
utilize his professional and volunteer talents by serving on the boards 
of many institutions. Despite his retirement he just recently completed 
his eighth year as Community Relations Manager at Hamer Toyota in 
Mission Hills.
  During his career in public service he has served as founder and 
leader of a variety of local organizations. His commitment includes 
serving as President of New Directions for Youth, Board member of the 
Fernando Award Foundation, and Major Gifts Committee for the North 
Valley Family YMCA. He is also a strong supporter of the Holy Cross 
Medical Center, Mission Hills Chamber of Commerce, and the Los Angeles 
Mission College Foundation. More recently, he has expanded his efforts 
to serve as Commissioner for the City of San Fernando
  Bud Brown has been honored with a number of awards in recognition of 
his accomplishments as a community leader, including the City of Los 
Angeles Volunteerism Award and KNX Citizen of the Week. Other groups 
that have noted his tremendous achievements include the San Fernando 
Valley Girl Scout Council, Encino-Sherman Oaks Optimist Club, Valley 
Interfaith Council, Heaven on Earth Ranch and the Black American 
Political Association. Lastly, in 1995 he was one of the first 
recipients of the prestigious Fernando Award.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Bud Brown, an amazing 
individual who has dedicated his life for the betterment of the San 
Fernando Valley.

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