[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 159 (Tuesday, December 13, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2513]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING VIVIAN TAYLOR FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE JAMESTOWN CITY 
                                COUNCIL

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 13, 2005

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Vivian Taylor, a 
resident of Chautauqua County for his service to the people of 
Jamestown as a member of the Jamestown City Council. Vivian has had the 
opportunity to serve as a strong member of the council and an active 
member of the community for many years.
  The campaign trail is a difficult path to take. Any person with a 
dream may enter but only a few are able to reach the end. Mr. Taylor 
traveled that path with his head held high and a smile on his face the 
entire way. I have no doubt that his kind demeanor left a lasting 
impression on the people of Jamestown.
  Vivian is one of those people that leave a huge impact on his 
community. For many years his efforts to better Jamestown have left a 
lasting impression not only on the city itself but on its residents. 
His face, voice, opinions and successes were a staple in the council. 
Our city and our residents are better for the undying work Mr. Taylor 
did during his tenure.
  A true testimony to Vivian can be found in many areas of the county 
and in the many people whose lives he touched. One doesn't have to look 
far to see what a strong work ethic can do. What a true honor it must 
have been to pass the torch along to his grandson, Michael Taylor, as 
he ascended into the council. The Taylor family legacy is one to be 
respected and I'm sure it will continue for years to come.
  Chautauqua County is blessed to have such strong individuals with a 
desire to make this county the wonderful place that we all know it can 
be. Vivian is one of those people and that is why, Mr. Speaker, I rise 
to honor him today.

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