[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 59 (Friday, April 11, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E734-E735]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING TERI JACKSON FOR HER 17 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE GRAND PRAIRIE 
                              CITY COUNCIL

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                           HON. MARTIN FROST

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 10, 2003

  Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Teri Jackson of Grand 
Prairie. Teri has exemplified the finest qualities of leadership and 
service and today I wish to honor her for her 17 year commitment to the 
City Council and the citizens of Grand Prairie.
  A life long resident of Grand Prairie, Teri began her service on the 
City Council in the

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mid-1980s. She has guided the city through some very important 
milestones, including negotiations for a Class I horse racetrack, Lone 
Star Park at Grand Prairie. During these negotiations she was able to 
secure property for the Grand Prairie Tourism Information Center. The 
center was able to realize a prime location much sooner than 
anticipated thanks to the donated property and funds saved.
  A Council Member since 1986, Teri has also served as Mayor Pro Tern 
from 1994-1995, Secretary on the Grand Prairie Sports Facilities 
Development Corporation since 1993, and as Finance and Government 
Committee Chairwoman since 1990. In addition she has also held advisory 
positions on the Regional Transportation Council, EMS task forces, and 
Compensation Negotiations Committee.
  Mrs. Jackson is a graduate from the Prestigious Leadership Texas 
program for outstanding women in leadership roles. On a national level, 
she has served on the National League of Cities policy steering 
committee.
  During her years of service to the city of Grand Prairie, Teri has 
been recognized with numerous awards. She earned the 1994 Athena Award 
and 1995 Chairman of the Board Award from the Grand Prairie Chamber of 
Commerce and the 1996 Woman of Distinction from Soroptomist 
International. On three different occasions she has received the MAP 
Award for outstanding performance from her employer.
  Mr. Speaker, Teri Jackson exemplifies the qualities of dedication and 
service as both an employee public servant and citizen of Grand 
Prairie, Texas. I know my colleagues will join me today to honor her.

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