[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 55 (Tuesday, April 12, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E421]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





    HONORING THE COASTAL BEND COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS FOR THEIR 50TH 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                         HON. BLAKE FARENTHOLD

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 12, 2016

  Mr. FARENTHOLD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Coastal Bend 
Council of Governments for their 50th anniversary. The group exists to 
serve 11 counties and 32 cities in South Texas with a host of services, 
including water quality management and waste management, and 
coordinates region-wide projects for its member towns and cities.
   In an age of too much government, it is great to recognize such a 
creative and efficient collaboration between local governments and 
private entities. This terrific volunteer association not only serves, 
but protects the people of South Texas with 9-1-1 emergency services, 
criminal justice services, and Homeland Security programs.
   For 50 years, the Coastal Bend Council of Governments has provided 
the Coastal Bend region with cost-efficient services through its unique 
partnership of the public and private sector. I honor their 
collaborative service to the South Texas community.

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