[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 85 (Tuesday, June 9, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1345]
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                       HONORING MAYOR GIGI GRUBER

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 9, 2009

  Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a dedicated public 
servant from my Congressional District, Mayor Claudia ``Gigi'' Gruber 
of Itasca. After twelve years as Mayor, Gigi is stepping down.
  In her first experience with elected public office, Gigi served one 
term as a Village Trustee in Itasca. Then, in May 1997, Gigi was 
elected Mayor of Itasca. Over the years, Gigi has been an insightful 
observer, keen in her understanding of the long-term challenges facing 
the Village. Throughout her career, she has tackled these challenges 
with deft skill, deep understanding, and strong personal integrity.
  While constant change has brought a steady stream of new difficulties 
for Itasca to confront, one thing has remained the same. Mayor Gruber 
has kept a steady hand to the wheel, advising the Village Board and 
working tirelessly for the benefit of the community and her residents.
  Gigi Gruber has been an advocate for the people of Itasca since her 
very first days in office. Gigi truly embodies the meaning of a public 
servant as she approaches her job with compassion and humility. In her 
time with the Village, she has shown true leadership to bring economic 
development to the area. Gigi has improved all of our lives and left an 
indelible impression on the Village of Itasca.
  Madam Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, Gigi Gruber is a 
remarkable leader who has dedicated her life to serving the people of 
Itasca. Please join me in recognizing her extraordinary service and 
wishing her every happiness in her life's upcoming endeavors.

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