[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 68 (Friday, May 14, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E850]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO FRANK WEDDIG

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 13, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Frank Weddig and thank him for his dedication and 
service to the Colorado General Assembly as a member of both the State 
Senate and House of Representatives. Frank has brought an outstanding 
level of energy and integrity to the Colorado General Assembly 
throughout his years of public service, and as he celebrates his 
retirement, let it be known that he leaves behind a great legacy of 
commitment to the people of Colorado.
  Representing the people of Arapahoe County in District 36, Frank was 
elected in 2000 based on his fair and balanced approach to government 
and his previous political experience. In 1977, he was appointed to the 
Aurora Parks and Recreation Board; in 1979, he was named to the Aurora 
Planning and Zoning Commission; and from 1981 to 1994 served on the 
Aurora City Council. In 1994, he received an appointment to the State 
Senate and was subsequently reelected in 1996, before running for the 
State House of Representatives in 2000. During his tenure in the 
General Assembly Frank has worked hard to improve education and promote 
fiscal responsibility. During his last term, he sat on the Local 
Government Committee and the State, Veterans, and Military Affairs 
Committee.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute before this body of Congress 
and this nation to State Representative Frank Weddig for his selfless 
efforts of public service during his tenure in the Colorado General 
Assembly. The level of integrity and honesty he has displayed while 
serving his district and the people of Colorado has earned the respect 
and admiration of his peers. I would like to extend my congratulations 
to Frank on his retirement and wish him and his wife Pat all the best 
in their future endeavors.

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