[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 105 (Wednesday, September 8, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1531-E1532]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              RECOGNIZING MR. BILL GARRETT OF EL CAJON, CA

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                           HON. DUNCAN HUNTER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 7, 2004

  Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Bill Garrett 
of El Cajon, CA and his commitment and accomplishments for his 
community, his family and his country. He began by preparing himself 
with the finest education by earning a Masters Degree in Public 
Administration with specialty in personnel and labor relations from 
California State University, Fullerton. He also earned a Masters in 
Science in Urban Planning from the University of Arizona and a 
Bachelors Degree in Political Science from the University of 
Washington.
  Bill has a history of public service that began with his commitment 
to his country when he joined the United States Army. After his 
military commitment, Bill worked as an urban planning consultant in 
Arizona and California before becoming City Manager of the City of 
Corona. In 1996, Bill became the City Manager of El Cajon and brought a 
``can do'' attitude to every department.
  For the past eight years, Bill Garrett has played an integral role in 
the shaping of El Cajon and the surrounding communities. His efforts 
with the downtown corridor, the expansion of housing rehabilitation and 
his role in assisting first time home buyers are well-known. His strong 
belief that the employees of El Cajon are its greatest resource has 
caused the city to excel far beyond expectations. His obedience to the 
dictates of his council and the elected mayor has created a team effort 
second to none.
  Bill Garrett is highly respected by his peers from around the nation 
but his greatest satisfaction comes from the accolade and respect from 
his fellow employees for the City of El Cajon. He has nurtured, 
trained, educated, and assisted his fellow employees through the good 
and tough times. He has also shared his insight and knowledge with the 
California City Management Foundation, the International City 
Management Association, the San Diego City-County Managers Association 
and the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials.
  In addition, Bill is a vital player as President of the Cuyamaca 
College Foundation Board, a member and past President of the El Cajon 
Rotary Club, Secretary of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca College District 
Auxiliary, founding member of El Cajon Sister Cities Committee and 
President of the El Cajon Historical Society.
  Bill Garrett has allowed his experience to lead him into great 
service for his community,

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his country and his family. His great partner in life, Judy Garrett, is 
a great public servant in her own right and has many accomplishments to 
her credit. The couple live in Fletcher Hills in El Cajon. Bill has 
decided to retire and to spend his time with family traveling and doing 
those things retired people do. He has received great praise from every 
sector of the community for his unselfish commitment to his profession 
and the people he represents.
  Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me in thanking Bill for his 
public service and wishing him the very best future possible.

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