[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 57 (Tuesday, April 8, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E548]
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                      RECOGNIZING JAMES BEN MAGEL

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 8, 2014

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize retiring 
Councilman of Pleasanton, Texas, James Ben Magel. He has served the 
citizens of the city of Pleasanton well, and is now ending his tenure 
after 18 years. His tireless efforts have improved the community, and 
he has served to better the development and progress of Pleasanton.
  ``Jimmy'' Magel was born in Kenedy, Texas. Shortly after his birth, 
his family moved to Pleasanton. After graduating from Pleasanton High 
School in 1966, he attended the University of Texas at Austin, earning 
a degree in Pharmacy in 1971. He returned to Pleasanton and worked at 
Henry's Pharmacy. In 1974 he began working for Rexco Pharmacy, which he 
now owns. In 1970 he married Bernice Tieken. Together, they share two 
children and one grandchild. Currently, he serves as President of the 
Pleasanton Ex-Students Association and is a member of the St. John 
Lutheran Church Council in Jourdanton. One of his proudest achievements 
was earning the rank of Eagle Scout. A loving husband and father, Mr. 
Magel has been a devoted public servant and community leader.
  As Councilman, Mr. Magel has played an integral role in leading 
change within the Pleasanton community. Particularly, Mr. Magel paved 
the way for multiple construction projects, such as the construction of 
a public works facility, the new police department, the expansion of 
Pleasanton City Hall, a new civic center and library. He was also 
instrumental in the assembly of the Regional Water Waste Collection 
Line and various other infrastructure projects. Mr. Magel's commitment 
to the maintenance of public buildings and infrastructure has helped 
the city of Pleasanton continue to be a remarkable place to live and 
raise a family.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Mr. James ``Jimmy'' Ben Magel, 
retiring Councilman of Pleasanton. His years of dedication and 
commitment to our community have truly impacted the quality of life for 
the people of the city.

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