[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 131 (Tuesday, November 16, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1998]
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 HONORING BENNY STRICKLAND FOR HIS SERVICE AS A COUNTY COMMISSIONER OF 
                             SUMTER COUNTY

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                         HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 16, 2004

  Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Benny 
Strickland for his service as a County Commissioner of Sumter County in 
the Fifth Congressional District of Florida.
  On behalf of the residents of Sumter County, I applaud Mr. Strickland 
for his years of dedication as a public servant. Since 1994, he has 
worked tirelessly to provide the residents of Sumter County with 
excellent leadership and vision. His presence on the board will be 
dearly missed. Benny's devotion to the residents of Sumter County is a 
testament to the virtue and selflessness that a public official should 
aspire to attain.
  Sumter County is truly saddened by Mr. Strickland's departure; 
nevertheless, we are immensely grateful for all his years of commitment 
and hard work. I wish Mr. Strickland the best in the future and hope he 
enjoys the pleasures of retirement.

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