[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 42 (Tuesday, March 30, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E479]
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                          TRIBUTE TO LON ERWIN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 30, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Lon Erwin for his remarkable record of service to the 
community of Durango, Colorado. I would also like to congratulate him 
on receiving the 2004 Barbara Conrad Award from the Durango Chamber of 
Commerce which was presented by his wife, Sidny Zink, a Durango City 
Councilor. This award, honors an individual who is associated with the 
Leadership La Plata program and is dedicated to building a stronger 
community by bringing people together.
  Since his graduation from the Leadership La Plata program in 1990, 
Lon has been active in numerous initiatives and organizations. He 
serves as president of the local chapter of Civitan International, 
serves as board president of the Southwest Colorado chapter of the Red 
Cross, and is the executive director of the Community Foundation 
Serving Southwest Colorado. Erwin is also the volunteer coordinator for 
Durango Food Share, which distributes food to those in need in Durango, 
Cortez, Pagosa Springs, and Aztec, Colorado. Not only is he willing to 
give his time to worthy causes, but he had the foresight to establish 
leadership classes for high school students in Durango, Cortez, 
Bayfield, and Ignacio, ensuring that the next generation has the tools 
to lead and strengthen the community.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to the service and 
achievements of Lon Erwin before this body of Congress and this nation. 
His efforts to strengthen his community are truly remarkable, and his 
receiving the 2004 Barbara Conrad Award is a well-deserved testament to 
his tireless efforts. I sincerely thank him for his service and wish 
him the best in his future efforts.

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