[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 16 (Tuesday, February 10, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E152]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING RETIRING COUNCIL MEMBER DORIS RODRIQUEZ

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                        HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 10, 2004

  Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker. I rise today to pay tribute to Council Member 
Doris Rodriquez, who is retiring from the Hayward City Council at the 
end of her term on April 6, 2004. Ms. Rodriquez will leave a legacy of 
27 years of dedicated service to the city of Hayward, California.
  Her initial service was on the City of Hayward Citizens Advisory 
Commission from 1977 to 1984, followed by an appointment to the city's 
Planning Commission, where she served a seven-year stint. Rodriquez was 
first appointed to the City Council in 1991 and was elected in 1992 and 
has served consecutive four-year terms.
  The city of Hayward has benefited from Rodriquez's tireless 
contributions as a city council liaison on the Airport Committee, 
Commercial Center Improvement Committee, Citizens Advisory Commission, 
Downtown Revitalization Committee, Public Agencies Committee and the 
Route 92/880 Interchange Citizens Advisory Committee. Serving as the 
council's liaison, Rodriquez has been the city's vital link to the 
community. She has garnered wide-ranging respect with all segments of 
the community. Her intellect, her sound judgment, her calming 
personality, her sincere interest in Hayward issues and its citizens, 
and her ability to work with myriad organizations have benefited 
Hayward immeasurably.
  Rodriguez is an integral part of Hayward's fabric. She is a member of 
numerous organizations. Her name is not merely listed on the membership 
rosters but she is intricately involved in the heart of the 
organizations to make a positive contribution to Hayward. These 
organizations, who continue to benefit from Rodriquez's experience and 
commitment, include Friends of the Hayward Library, Hayward Area 
Planning Association, Hispanic Elected Local Officials, Southgate Home 
Owners Association, League of Women Voters, and Sun Gallery.
  On March 19, 2004, the City of Hayward will host a farewell dinner to 
thank Council Member Doris Rodriguez for her tireless efforts on behalf 
of Hayward and its citizens. I join the fine citizens of the city to 
thank Doris for a job well done.

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