[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 76 (Thursday, June 3, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1024]
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                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO JIM BAUGHMAN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 3, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Jim Baughman and thank him for his exceptional 
contributions to his community and the State of Colorado as a Mesa 
County Commissioner. A two-term commissioner, Jim will always be 
remembered as a dedicated public servant and leader of his community. 
As Jim celebrates his retirement, let it be known that he leaves behind 
a terrific legacy of commitment to the people of Mesa County and the 
State of Colorado.
  A fifth generation Mesa County native, Jim graduated from Grand 
Junction High School and attended Mesa State College. He became 
interested in politics when he attended a Grand Junction City Council 
meeting, and realized he could make a positive impact on his community. 
In 1991, he was elected to the City Council where he served until his 
election as a Mesa County Commissioner in 1996. During his tenure as a 
County Commissioner, he also served on the Riverfront Commission, the 
Museum Board, the Community Corrections Board, the Grand Valley Air 
Quality Board, and Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado. He was 
Chairman of the Board of Mesa County Commissioners in 1998 and 2003.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to Commissioner Jim Baughman 
before this body of Congress and this nation, and to congratulate him 
on an outstanding career of public service. His selfless dedication to 
his community and the people of Colorado as a Mesa County Commissioner 
is truly remarkable. I wish him all the best in his future endeavors. 
Thanks for your service.

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