[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 5 (Tuesday, January 15, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E12-E13]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING RETIRING BOSTON TOWN COUNCILMAN DENNIS MEAD

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 15, 2008

  Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the public career 
of one of the Town of Boston's most revered leaders, Town Councilman 
Dennis Mead.
  For twelve years, Dennis faithfully represented the Town of Boston, 
serving with unwavering work ethic and a steadfast commitment to his 
town's progress. Dennis served honorably as the voice of the people of 
his community and his service has been a model for others to follow.
  Although Dennis will no longer serve on the Boston Town Board come 
January 1, 2008,

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there can be no question that his heart lies in his hometown, and his 
commitment to the town's future will remain steadfast. Madam Speaker, I 
want to thank you for this opportunity to Dennis Mead in this manner, 
and I know that you join me and the rest of our colleagues in wishing 
Dennis the best of luck and Godspeed in all of his future endeavors.

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