[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 160 (Thursday, November 6, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2262]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO GLEN STONEBRINK

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                            HON. GREG WALDEN

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, November 6, 2003

  Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Mr. 
Glen Stonebrink, on the occasion of his retirement. During his long and 
distinguished career, Glen has committed his energy and efforts to 
making both his community and the State of Oregon better places to 
live. Glen's accomplishments range from educating our young people to 
advocating on behalf of rural Americans, two pursuits that he has 
approached with selfless dedication. His commitment, spirit and 
devotion to his fellow citizens have been his most defining trait over 
the years, and I am proud to call Glen and his wonderful wife, Loydee, 
my friends.
  As a high school teacher at Yamhill Carlton High School and then as a 
college professor at Linfield College, Glen devoted his energy and 
talent to training a new generation of Oregonians in math, physics, and 
computer science. It is perhaps Glen's dedication and devotion to the 
young people he instructed that will serve as his most enduring legacy.
  As many of my colleagues know, the West is known for its stunning 
natural beauty, fertile soil and lush timberlands. We owe a debt of 
gratitude to those individuals who devote themselves to protecting our 
national treasures while preserving the farming and ranching way of 
life for future generations. Growing up on his family's wheat and 
cattle ranch in the high country of Wallowa County, Glen learned 
firsthand the importance of balancing these interests while working to 
protect the values of rural Oregonians.
  Glen's real world understanding and education in natural resource 
issues led to his appointment under both the Reagan and Bush 
Administrations as the State Executive Director for the Agriculture 
Stabilization and Conservation Service, now known as the Farm Service 
Agency. In this prestigious position he had the opportunity to help 
preserve and promote American agriculture while working with farmers to 
implement programs to conserve land and water resources.
  After his term as State Executive Director of the Oregon Farm 
Services Agency, Glen brought his knowledge of the West to Washington, 
D.C., where he worked as the Legislative Director for Congresswoman 
Helen Chenoweth of Idaho. During his tenure working on Capitol Hill, my 
staff worked closely with him on a number of issues impacting the 
cattle and ranching industry.
  For the last six years, Glen has served as the Executive Director of 
the Oregon Cattlemen's Association, working to protect the ranching way 
of life. Glen has been a tireless advocate for rural issues ranging 
from private property rights to water rights. He is also called upon 
frequently to advise groups on natural resource issues and provide 
assistance in working with the federal government.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating Glen 
Stonebrink on the many achievements that mark his long and impressive 
career. I am grateful for all that he has done on behalf of the people 
of Oregon and the people of the rural West. I wish Glen, Loydee and 
their entire family all the best in their future endeavors.

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