[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 57 (Thursday, April 29, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E707]
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                       HONORING MR. GEORGE BOOMS

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 29, 2004

  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to recognize the 
accomplishments of Mr. George Booms. He is a hardworking advocate for 
America's senior citizens. On Thursday, May 6, 2004, the Region VII 
Area Agency on Aging will show their appreciation to George during 
their annual meeting to be held at Buck's Run located in Mt. Pleasant, 
Michigan.
  George was born October 9, 1938, in Bad Axe, Michigan. He is a 
longtime resident and dairy farmer of Sanilac County, Michigan. George 
has made it his life's work to defend and promote human dignity for all 
senior and disabled Americans. He joined the Region VII Area Agency on 
Aging Board of Directors in 1993. The Area Agency on Aging, which was 
created by the Older Americans Act, partners with county organizations 
to service the needs of the elderly. During his tenure, George served 
as board vice chairman in 1998 and 2000. He served as board chairman 
from 2001 to 2004. Under his steadfast leadership, George was able to 
successfully, along with the help of various committees, secure a new 
and more spacious facility for Region VII Area Agency on Aging. George 
was also instrumental in leading the search for a new executive 
director. He has also dedicated numerous hours to advocating the 
MiChoice Waiver program for the elderly and disabled. George was the 
lead in guiding the agency to conduct a study on wages and approve 
equitable wage steps for all employees of Region VII Area Agency on 
Aging. Prior to George's service on the board, he was the township 
clerk for Sanilac County for 12 years and a Sanilac County commissioner 
for 12 years. He was also a member of the Sanilac planning committee 
and public and safety committee. Aside from his work with the agency, 
George enjoys participating in various related church functions and 
woodworking.
  I know that George would want me to point out that the love and 
support of his family have immensely contributed to his overall 
success. He is a devoted husband to his lovely wife, Arlene. They have 
three sons, two daughters, and six wonderful grandchildren.
  Mr. Speaker, many people have greatly benefited from George Booms's 
experience and dedication. He is a man of moral character committed to 
improving the welfare and dignity of those in need. I ask my colleagues 
in the 108th Congress to please join me in congratulating George Booms 
on a successful term and in wishing the very best in future endeavors.

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