[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 162 (Wednesday, October 26, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1939]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING MARILYN A. BOK

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                            HON. TOM MARINO

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 26, 2011

  Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of my constituent, 
Marilyn A. Bok, on the occasion of her retirement.
  After completing high school, Marilyn attended the College of St. 
Rose, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in chemistry. She then 
went on to earn her Master's Degree in Public Administration from the 
John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.
  Before starting the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, Marilyn 
taught, owned a consulting and research firm, served as Chair of the 
Board of Commissioners of Bradford County, and served as Director of 
Rural Services Institute at Mansfield University. Additionally, Marilyn 
wrote several grants for startup funding for the Bradford County Dental 
Clinic, the Family Literacy Program, and the Bradford County Tobacco 
Cessation Program.
  Marilyn Bok began her tenure with the Community Foundation for Twin 
Tiers in 2001, having served as both volunteer Board Chair and CEO 
after founding the organization.
  Marilyn has always had a strong commitment to volunteering in her 
community. She has served as President for numerous organizations, 
including; Penn York Opportunities for the Handicapped, Inc.; Valley 
Jaycees; and Greater Valley Youth Activities Council. Marilyn has also 
chaired over numerous committees, including; Regional Workforce 90s 
Task Force; Executive Committee Northern Tier Regional Planning 
Commission; and Endless Mountains Heritage Park Management Committee. 
In 2009, Marilyn was recognized by WATS/WAVR as Individual of the Year 
for her many contributions to her community.
  Marilyn and her husband, Edward, are the proud parents of four and 
grandparents of eight. They have resided in the Wyoming Valley for over 
45 years.
  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituent, Marilyn Bok, on 
the occasion of her retirement and ask my colleagues to join in 
praising her commitment to community and country.

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