[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 98 (Monday, June 23, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1051]
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                   JULIE GEISER CONGRESSIONAL TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 23, 2014

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Julie Geiser of 
Pueblo, Colorado. After 18 years of service as the Director of the 
Alamosa Public Health Department, Ms. Geiser is retiring to spend time 
with her family and friends.
  Ms. Geiser has had an exemplary career, leading her department with 
vision and passion. Under her guidance, the Alamosa Public Health 
Department has doubled in size, while continuing to maintain a standard 
of excellence that meets the needs of her community. In 2008 Ms. Geiser 
provided crucial leadership during a salmonella outbreak, prioritizing 
public safety by ensuring that the public remained informed. During 
this tenuous time she worked with local officials to locate and 
terminate the source of the outbreak and limit its spread. Instances 
like this demonstrate the important role Ms. Geiser has had in ensuring 
the health and vitality of her community. Ms. Geiser was recognized by 
the Nightingale Luminaries in 2014 for demonstrating outstanding 
leadership, advocacy, and innovation in her community.
  Mr. Speaker, Ms. Geiser's hard work and dedication to serving her 
community are commendable. I stand with the residents of Alamosa County 
in thanking Ms. Geiser and congratulating her on a lifetime of service. 
Although she is retiring from her current post, I am confident she will 
remain a valuable part of her community, and I look forward to seeing 
all she will accomplish in the years to come.

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