[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 22 (Thursday, February 6, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E144]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO CHARLES L. DODGE FOR HIS DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE 
                            CITY OF FOSTORIA

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 5, 2003

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
pay special tribute to an outstanding gentleman from Ohio. Charles L. 
Dodge began his employment with the City of Fostoria on October 21, 
1974, as a laborer in the water distribution facility. He served under 
the leadership of Mayor Ken Beier and was appointed Superintendent of 
Utilities on January 1, 1980.
  Charles' career with the City of Fostoria grew rapidly. He was a very 
dedicated, knowledgeable employee who aspired to do his best, no matter 
what was asked of him. Under the leadership of Mayor James Bailey, 
Charlie was named to the position of Assistant to the Mayor on June 1, 
1996.
  Mr. Speaker, Charlie's position advanced once again because of his 
experience and knowledge. He was named the Compliance, Records, 
Economic Development & Infrastructure Administrator, thus working with 
managed compliance issues, i.e. OSHA, EPA, ADA, Enterprise Zone 
Manager, State Issue II (infrastructure) and Project Manager.
  During his employment with the City of Fostoria, Charles also had a 
very dedicated military career with the United States Army. Mr. Dodge 
served in the Army from 1970-1973 in the Clerk General Course, taking 
him to the Republic of Vietnam and many other areas. His military 
career ended in 1993; he retired as the First Sergeant in his Army 
National Guard Medical Corps unit.
  Charles L. Dodge is a devoted father of three children: Laura, Kevin 
and Matthew. A man committed to his country and community; Charlie was 
an outstanding employee and contributor to the City of Fostoria.
  Mr. Speaker, Charles Dodge will leave big shoes to fill as he enters 
into retirement. His wisdom, honesty and forthrightness are attributes 
to which all public servants should aspire. He has set an example for 
everyone on how to live a life of service, putting the greater 
interests of the community before one's own.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in paying special tribute 
to Charles L. Dodge. Our communities are served well by having such 
honorable and giving citizens, like Charlie, who care about their well 
being and stability. We wish Charles, his wife, Deborah, and their 
family all the best as we pay tribute to one of our state's finest 
citizens.

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