[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 171 (Thursday, November 19, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1662]
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                        RECOGNIZING CANDY ALCOTT

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                           HON. ERIC SWALWELL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 19, 2015

  Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise with Congressman Mike 
Thompson to recognize Candy Alcott, an amazing Livermore resident whose 
acts of kindness are bringing joy to Lake County children devastated by 
the Valley Fire.
  When the Valley Fire destroyed hundreds of homes earlier this year, 
leaving many families with nothing, Candy jumped into action. She 
wanted to make sure the children of Lake County were ``not forgotten.''
  Candy drove from Livermore and brought donations. She gave away a few 
bikes that first day, but there were still many more kids in need. 
Candy said she would be back, and she has fulfilled that promise over 
and over again.
  Thanks to Candy's tireless efforts, good Samaritans and generous 
businesses have donated hundreds of bikes. Now called the ``Bike 
Angel,'' she has even created a group, Bike Angels United, to help 
continue this outpouring of love and support for the children of Lake 
County.
  Candy said that the generosity people have shown in donating the 
bikes has been a ``miracle.'' This miracle, though, only happened 
because of her caring, dedication, and energy.
  We want to express our deepest appreciation for Candy's devotion to 
the children affected by the Valley Fire. What she has done is truly 
remarkable, and we wish her the very best as she continues her 
charitable work.

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