[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 80 (Thursday, May 15, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E941]
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                   IN RECOGNITION OF BARBARA GOODWIN

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 15, 2008

  Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today along with my colleague from 
California, Congressman Dennis Cardoza to pay tribute to the 
distinguished public service of Barbara Goodwin. After working nearly 
40 years with the County of Fresno, she has decided to retire this 
year.
  During her tenure, Barbara worked tirelessly to improve Central 
California's transportation system. At retirement, she held the 
position of Executive Director of the Fresno County Council of 
Governments. We have had the pleasure of working with Barbara 
frequently and her dedication to the community is to be commended.
  Due to her vast knowledge and attention to detail, Barbara was 
frequently called upon by State agencies to represent the Valley on 
transpiration issues at forums and meetings. Over her distinguished 
career, Barbara has served on multiple statewide committees such as the 
University of California's advisory panel on transportation planning 
curriculum, and the task force on State transportation improvement 
program reform. In 2007 she was appointed by Governor Arnold 
Schwarzenegger to the California Partnership for the San Joaquin 
Valley.
  Throughout her career with Fresno County, Barbara Goodwin has proven 
to be a highly effective leader who was always committed to excellent 
in public service. As she gets ready to spend much more time enjoying 
other relaxing activities, my colleague and I wish her continued 
success and best of luck for the future.

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