[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 7 (Thursday, January 17, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E36]
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                      IN RECOGNITION OF DON COLVIN

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                          HON. JAMES T. WALSH

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 17, 2008

  Mr. WALSH of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor former 
Savannah Town Supervisor Don Colvin.
  Don was first elected to public office in 1959 and served the people 
of Savannah for the next 48 years. His dedication and leadership helped 
Savannah through some of its toughest times. The three heavy duty 
trucks that Don sought to purchase in 1964 were essential in helping 
the town deal with the storms of 1966.
  In 1966 Don was elected chairman of the Wayne County Board of 
Supervisors, where his influence during trying times continued to be 
felt. After flooding affected the county in 1972, Don played a crucial 
role securing a disaster declaration and in helping to obtain $1 
million to fix the dikes.
  Don's contributions were also instrumental in creating the Montezuma 
Audubon Center, which has helped to bring people to Savannah and 
revitalize the town. He also helped to establish the annual Potato 
Fest, which grew from a car show that Don sponsored.
  As he vacates his role of town supervisor, Don leaves the town of 
Savannah in good shape to continue progressing in the future. On behalf 
of the people of New York's 25th Congressional District, I thank Don 
for his commitment to the people of Savannah and for the hard work he 
has done on their behalf for 48 years. I wish him well in all of his 
future endeavors.




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