[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 125 (Thursday, September 16, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1657]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN HONOR OF CHARLES W. MEYERS, SR.

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                           HON. NANCY PELOSI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 16, 2010

  Ms. PELOSI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Charles W. 
Meyers, Sr., a much beloved San Francisco community leader and public 
servant, who passed away on September 12. Charlie enthusiastically gave 
his energy in service of the city and the country he loved. He will be 
remembered for his big heart, generous spirit, and the unwavering 
devotion of his friendship.
  A proud native son of San Francisco, Charlie discovered his passion 
for public service early in life. After enlisting in the U.S. Army and 
serving in World War II, he was elected to the State Assembly as a 28 
year old--making him one of the youngest members of the legislature at 
the time.
  As an Assemblyman for the next 22 years, Charlie vigorously sought to 
improve employer-employee relations. He is an author of the Meyers-
Milias-Brown Act, which still stands as the state law regulating 
employee relations in the public sector.
  Charlie's involvement in San Francisco life, however, went far beyond 
his work in the state legislature. He was a valued member and active 
supporter of many organizations, including the San Francisco Forum, 
Knights of Columbus, Disabled American Veterans, and the United Irish 
Cultural Center. In 2007, he was honored for his work in public service 
by his alma mater, the University of San Francisco.
  San Franciscans have lost a beloved friend. I hope it is a comfort to 
his beloved wife Alene, his children Charlene Hansen, Chip Meyers, and 
Gerri Brown, and his many grandchildren that many San Franciscans join 
them in mourning his passing.

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