[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 59 (Wednesday, April 22, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E553]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING MRS. JENNIFER VIDLER AND THE 2015 WISE HONOREES

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 22, 2015

  Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, for 12 years, the greater Mesquite area 
has embraced the opportunity to honor many exceptional women in the 
community through the Women in Service and Enterprise (WISE) Award 
Luncheon and Style Show. Today I would like to honor this year's award 
recipient, Mrs. Jennifer Vidler, who is a shining example of a 
committed community advocate and servant. I would also like to 
recognize honorees Beth Gaddis, Debbie Jacobson, and Linda Pimentel for 
their valuable service and commitment to their community.
   Jennifer Vidler has lived in Mesquite most of her life. She is a 
graduate of North Mesquite High School and proudly served in the United 
States Air Force as a Specialist. Afterwards, she studied cosmetology 
and graduated with a perfect score through the state board of exam. Her 
salon has been a Chamber of Commerce member for 15 years, and voted 
best salon several times. Jennifer has been a member and chairwoman for 
the Board of Adjustments for six years and now she is a Planning and 
Zoning Commissioner. She has been Vice President and then President of 
Old Town Mesquite/Community Heart of Mesquite. For the last nine years 
Jennifer has worked very hard with the fundraising, planning, and 
implementing of Kid Fish and Pumpkin Fest. For many years Jennifer led 
the decorations for Christmas on the Square by herself, before a few 
people came to help. She has worked hard to bring a Farmers Market to 
Mesquite, and this year will be the 2nd Annual Farmers Market on the 
Square. Jennifer says, ``I truly love Mesquite and think it can only be 
even better.''
   Past WISE Award winners have served in a variety of ways, but they 
are united by the long-lasting impact they have made on their 
community. Their service, community involvement and dedication to 
enterprise continue to inspire younger generations.
   Today, I would like to recognize all of the WISE honorees for their 
outstanding service and congratulate them on their awards. Thank you, 
ladies, for helping make our community, state, and country a better 
place.

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