[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 145 (Monday, September 26, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1365]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO RICHARD VORTHMANN

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 26, 2016

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Richard Vorthmann of Treynor, Iowa, for his selection as 
Iowan of the Day at the 2016 Iowa State Fair. Richard's recognition day 
was August 16, 2016. Richard received this honor because of his many 
years of service in the Treynor community. This award is given by the 
Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and recognizes Iowa's most 
outstanding citizens, who demonstrate the Iowa values of dependability, 
integrity, hard work, and sense of community.
  Richard Vorthmann is described as ``a pillar of the Treynor 
community.'' He has served for 35 years as a township trustee, clerk, 
and fair board member, and 25 years as a 4-H leader and member of the 
Treynor school re-organization committee. He helped build the first 
tanker truck for the volunteer fire department, and is very active in 
his church. Richard is best known for his work with the Treynor 
Optimist Club, where he oversees the Treynor Can Kennel, a redemption 
center for cans that helps raise money for local youth groups, raising 
over $135,000 for community projects.
  Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate Richard Vorthmann for 
receiving this well-deserved recognition. He is a shining example of 
how hard work, determination, and dedication can affect the future of 
so many. It is with great honor that I recognize him today. I ask that 
my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives join me in 
recognizing Richard's accomplishments and service to his community. I 
wish him nothing but continued success.

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