[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 140 (Monday, September 28, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1367]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





 RECOGNIZING THE DEDICATED COMMUNITY SERVICE OF PATTY ROSE TO TACOMA, 
                 WA, AND THE GREATER PUGET SOUND REGION

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                           HON. DEREK KILMER

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 28, 2015

  Mr. KILMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the service and 
commitment of Patty Rose of the Pierce County Central Labor Council, 
who is receiving the distinguished Star of Destiny Award at the 9th 
Annual Destiny Dinner hosted by the Tacoma Historical Society.
   Patty has provided unmatched leadership and commitment to the 
organized labor community and the greater citizenry of Tacoma-Pierce 
County in her 13 years guiding the Pierce County Labor Council with a 
firm commitment to improving the lives of working families in our 
region. She has provided sound advice and mentorship to fellow labor 
leaders, local elected officials, and rank-and-file union members 
throughout Pierce County.
   In addition to her day job, Patty serves her community on the Board 
for the United Way of Pierce County, which provides opportunity and 
resources to families in need. Even in the face of personal struggles, 
Patty has continued to serve in this capacity for the betterment of 
those less fortunate.
   Her contributions to our region's history included spearheading the 
recent 125th anniversary celebration of the Pierce County Labor 
Council, which highlighted the many ways that this organization has 
helped to shape our community. Patty uses her leadership position to 
remind the public why basic protections and workers' rights exist 
today--due to the advocacy and sacrifice of labor leaders before her.
   Mr. Speaker, her influence on our region's proud organized labor 
history is exemplified by her receipt of the Tacoma Historical 
Society's Star of Destiny Award. This very special designation is 
reserved for those who show an ``unwavering commitment to the dignity 
and welfare of the working men and women of Tacoma and Pierce County.''
   Patty Rose is certainly deserving of this award and will be in good 
company. She joins my predecessor Rep. Norm Dicks in receiving this 
important recognition on behalf of the citizens of Tacoma. I join their 
voices in thanks for her continued leadership and perseverance in 
helping to better the lives of working families in our community.
   Mr. Speaker, I am proud to call Patty Rose my friend and I am 
privileged to stand on the floor of the United States Congress today in 
recognition of her many accomplishments and leadership that will 
continue into the future.

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