[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 93 (Monday, June 11, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1251]
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RECOGNIZING THE TRAVIS REGIONAL ARMED FORCES COMMITTEE ON THE OCCASION 
                      OF THEIR 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

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                         HON. ELLEN O. TAUSCHER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 11, 2007

  Mrs. TAUSCHER. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the Travis Regional 
Armed Forces Committee (TRAFC) as they celebrate their 10-year 
anniversary.
  The TRAFC is comprised of over 150 business and civic leaders who 
work together to support the men and women of Travis Air Force Base. 
The mission of the TRAFC is to ``maintain liaison with personnel at 
Travis Air Force Base, promote the mission of the base to the 
community, and enhance the importance of the facility as an instrument 
of national security.''
  The TRAFC meets monthly on base to receive updates from the 
Commanders of the 60th AMW, 349 AMW Reserve, and 615 CRW and to 
recognize airmen from the various wings for going ``above and beyond'' 
in their service.
  In addition, the TRAFC hosts various events throughout the year to 
bring the communities surrounding the base and base personnel closer 
together. Events include the Military Recognition Night, NCO Night, and 
Commander's Night. The TRAFC also hosts a Contractor's Breakfast to 
educate businesses about bidding for contracts on base.
  Moreover, the TRAFC was instrumental in working with the local 
community to ensure the Base Realignment and Closure Panel understood 
the vital role of Travis AFB in securing the Nation.
  A great deal of the TRAFC's success is due in part to the leadership 
of the Fairfield-Suisun and Vacaville Chambers of Commerce and the 
Committee's own leadership. Past Presidents include Don Erickson, 1997-
1998, Bev Dorsett, 1998-1999, Al Lavezzo, 1999-2000, Len Augustine, 
2000-2001, Gary Falati, 2001-2002, Dale Baumler, 2002-2003, Ben Huber, 
2003-2004, Bud Ross, 2004-2005, Ray Schoch, 2005-2006, and Foy 
McNaughton, 2006-2007.
  Over the years I have had the opportunity to work with the TRAFC to 
support Travis AFB, both locally and in Washington, and have had the 
opportunity to support their nomination as the best base support 
organization in the Air Mobility Command.
  As the TRAFC celebrates their 10-year anniversary, I would like to 
thank current and past members of TRAFC for their dedication to the men 
and women of Travis AFB and recognize them for their support of the 
base and its vital mission.

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