[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 20, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E848]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF GEORGE CANON

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 20, 2017

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize a 
staunch advocate for the Adirondacks and beloved member of our 
community.
  George Canon was a fixture in local politics. After retiring from the 
National Lead mines in Newcomb's Tahawus hamlet, Mr. Canon devoted 
himself to public service by working in many local organizations. Most 
notably, he was Newcomb supervisor from 1990 to 2015, serving 13 terms 
in office. During his long and inspiring tenure, Mr. Canon played a 
significant role in successfully preserving the Satanoni Great Camp and 
the historic railroad between North Creek and Tahawus.
  A lifelong resident of the North Country, Mr. Canon loved the 
Adirondack Park deeply, cherishing both its history and natural beauty. 
This appreciation for his surroundings led George to seek out balanced 
environmental policies by working as a member of the Northern Forest 
Lands Council Advisory Committee. Through these efforts, Canon coupled 
his appreciation for the environment with a pragmatic understanding of 
his constituents' needs.
  George Canon also served as president of the Adirondack Association 
of Towns and Villages, where he spent a decade representing and 
advocating for the citizens of the North Country. I am honored to have 
taken part in celebrating Mr. Canon's retirement in 2015, and hold a 
deep admiration for the lasting impact that his service has had on our 
area.
  I would like to offer my deepest condolences to George Canon's family 
and friends, particularly his wife Monica. He was a true community 
leader and his legacy of service will endure in New York's 21st 
District.

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