[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 77 (Tuesday, May 19, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1196]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        HONORING DONALD GUIMOND

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                        HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD

                                of maine

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 19, 2009

  Mr. MICHAUD. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
accomplishments of Donald Guimond, Town Manager of Fort Kent, Maine.
  On May 1, 2008, the town of Fort Kent suffered from severe flooding 
that impacted businesses, apartments, homes and elderly housing. Mr. 
Guimond oversaw an orderly evacuation and quick response by emergency 
teams. Despite working without sleep for more than thirty six hours, 
Mr. Guimond always knew which residents and businesses had been 
impacted, where individuals sought shelter, and what further assistance 
was necessary. His well-coordinated reaction prevented serious injury 
and the loss of life.
  Mr. Guimond continued to show his dedication to the residents of Fort 
Kent long after the flood waters receded. Through his efforts, the town 
provided the space necessary for disaster assistance teams from the 
Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Small Business Administration 
and other entities. He and his staff coordinated an effort to provide 
emergency heaters to residents whose furnaces were damaged by the 
disaster. He played an active role in the town's Long-term Recovery 
Committee, making sure that residents and business owners applied for 
the assistance that they needed and that the town is ready to respond 
to ongoing issues which have arisen from the flood. The Small Business 
Administration has recognized Mr. Guimond's significant contributions 
by presenting him the Phoenix Award for Disaster Recovery as a Public 
Official.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in recognizing Mr. Guimond's dedication 
to the residents of Fort Kent, Maine.

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