[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 73 (Thursday, May 15, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E964]
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                      PAYING TRIBUTE TO KAY WYLEY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 15, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
honor Kay Wyley of Creede, Colorado and congratulate her upon her 
retirement from the Creede Repertory Theater. While retirement often 
means an opportunity for well-deserved rest and relaxation, Kay instead 
has chosen to continue her service to the citizens of Colorado as a 
respected advisor to the Colorado Council on the Arts. I admire Kay's 
dedication and it is my distinct honor to recognize her before Congress 
and the nation.
  There are few in Colorado who have done more to preserve our heritage 
and to promote the arts than Kay, who presided over the largest 
expansion in the history of the Creede Repertory Theater, as well as 
the restoration of the historic Rio Grande Hotel. Kay's years of 
dedicated service have touched the lives of countless artists, art 
patrons, and Coloradans. A lifelong native of Creede, Kay has truly 
given back to her home state.
  Mr. Speaker, Kay has inspired many, and continues to do so each day. 
Her dedication to her work serves as an example to all Americans, and 
has made Colorado proud. It is a great honor to represent such a fine 
person who has worked to make my state a more beautiful and enjoyable 
place to live. Congratulations on your retirement Kay, and I wish you 
all the best in the future.

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