[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 171 (Saturday, November 22, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2412]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO DON VANDERHOOF

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 21, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to rise and pay tribute to 
my friend Don Vanderhoof. Don has served the community of Glenwood 
Springs, Colorado for many years. Over the last eight years, Don has 
held a seat on the City Council, the last two of which he served as 
Mayor. Don is a tremendous public servant, and a wonderful person, and 
it is my honor to call his many contributions to Glenwood Springs to 
the attention of this body of Congress and our nation.
   Over the last eight years, Don was instrumental in providing 
leadership and guidance for many important City projects. During Don's 
tenure in city government, there were major additions to the resources 
available to the Glenwood Spring's Police, Fire, and Public Works 
Departments. In addition, the City added a new Community Center and 
City Hall, repaired the City's water delivery system, improved public 
transportation, and worked to maintain the hiking trails and beautiful 
wilderness areas surrounding the City. These are just a few of the many 
accomplishments in which Don Vanderhoof was involved for the betterment 
of the City of Glenwood Springs. There is no question that Glenwood 
Springs has become a better place as the result of Don's tireless 
dedication to its citizens.
   The people of my hometown will miss having Don as a devoted public 
servant. However, Don does not intend to remain idle in his retirement. 
I know that he will remain very active in the Glenwood Springs 
community. Don will now have more time for the many volunteer and 
community service activities that he eagerly undertakes. In addition, 
Don will have the opportunity to spend more time with his lovely wife 
Eddie, and his many friends, neighbors and family members throughout 
town.
   Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to rise and pay tribute to Don 
Vanderhoof. He has dedicated many years of his life to improving the 
quality of life for the citizens of Glenwood Springs and has 
accomplished an incredible amount to that end. In addition to his 
public service, Don is a great family man and a dear friend to many. He 
is one of Glenwood Springs' most beloved citizens. Don's life is the 
embodiment of all that makes this country great and I consider it an 
honor to call him a friend. Thank you Don, for your service.

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