[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 63 (Wednesday, April 30, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E636-E637]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING KATHRYN MOIRA HAYES

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 30, 2014

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Kathryn Moira Hayes for her thirty years of service to the people of 
Sonoma County in both the public and private sector. Ms. Hayes has been 
an honorable and effective advocate for the community in which she 
lives, for Sonoma County's business community and for all those in 
need.
  Ms. Hayes' leadership of the North Bay Board of Realtors (NORBAR) 
over the last sixteen years has grown the organization to serve over 
3,000 members in Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma Counties. During her 
tenure, NORBAR has been known not only for a high degree of 
professionalism and dedication to its members, the industry and 
community, but also for promoting professional standards and ethics, 
and seeking to preserve property rights and services of importance.
  Prior to joining the North Bay Association of Realtors, Kathy was a 
member of my district staff for six years, responsible for district and 
field activities in Sonoma and Mendocino counties. During her time on 
my staff, she was a tireless advocate for constituents. In particular, 
I commend her work on issues related to Leaking Underground Storage 
Tanks, which was critical to maintaining a healthy community in our 
district.
  Ms. Hayes' catalog of community involvement and achievements is far 
too prolific to list here. She is a past President of the Santa Rosa 
Education Cooperative Board and past Chair of the Board for the Sonoma 
County Chapter of the American Red Cross, as well as a current member 
of the Board for Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County. She has 
received numerous prestigious awards, including the George Escofie 
Distinguished Board Service Award from the American Red Cross, the 
Sonoma County Spirit Award from the

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Sonoma County Economic Development Board and the Gerald Hathaway 
Memorial Award for Significant Contributions to Chamber of Commerce 
Management in California.
  In her spare time, Kathy is a master chef, a classically trained 
musician, and a graceful leader who builds consensus for every effort 
of which she is a part. Kathy has been a valuable contributor to her 
community for her entire life. But her most noted and beloved role is 
that of mother to her two sons.
  Mr. Speaker, it is fitting and proper that we honor Kathryn Moira 
Hayes at this time. She has been a model citizen and leader in Sonoma 
County and her presence has enriched the lives of all those in our 
community.

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