[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 76 (Monday, May 18, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1182]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 A TRIBUTE TO BILLIE WESTERNOFF, CALAVERAS COUNTY RESOURCE CONNECTION 
                           FOOD BANK DIRECTOR

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                         HON. DANIEL E. LUNGREN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 18, 2009

  Mr. DANIEL E. LUNGREN of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 
pay tribute to Billie Westernoff, who is retiring after 20 years of 
dedicated service at the Calaveras County Connection Food Bank.
  Ms. Westernoff's career at this important community facility has been 
solely based on her desire to serve the public. Her vibrant personality 
and remarkable ability to connect with people have brought national 
recognition to the food bank. Furthermore, her determination to provide 
comprehensive programs and services related to nutrition, prevention 
and intervention for families in Calaveras County has strengthened my 
district and our Nation.
  Let me also say that in 2007, Ms. Westernoff testified before 
Congress on the importance of fresh fruits and vegetables as a part of 
a child's daily diet. As a result of her testimony, the Mother Infant 
Child Harvest program was piloted in Calaveras County and served as the 
model for the federal Women Infant Children program nationally.
  Her dynamic focus and ability to inspire others to assist individuals 
in need will be her legacy. It is an honor to recognize Billie 
Westernoff for her immense dedication to improving the quality of life 
for so many individuals and for her commitment to collaboration and 
equality. She has served my district and our Nation proudly.

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