[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 109 (Monday, June 26, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E901]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF CLARENCE CAMPBELL'S CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ANN ARBOR 
                               COMMUNITY

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 26, 2017

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the birthday of 
Clarence Campbell for his many years of service to the community of Ann 
Arbor as an entrepreneur and mentor. Mr. Campbell was one of the first 
African-American businessmen in the area and has made significant 
contributions to the growth and development of the Ann Arbor community.
  Mr. Campbell moved to Ann Arbor in 1965 and has played an important 
role in the community through his business and philanthropic 
initiatives. In 1970, he started a full-service auto detail shop, Ann 
Arbor Auto-Glo, which initially provided auto repair services to city 
residents. Over the years, Mr. Campbell and his business partner, James 
Vann Jr., expanded their business to include car sales and commercial 
real estate development. The two remained business partners for over 30 
years until their retirement in 2007, and their businesses provided 
important services and jobs to Ann Arbor residents. In addition to 
managing his auto detailing business, Mr. Campbell was involved in the 
arts community, supporting local musicians and also working to help 
finance several plays in the area. Collectively, these efforts have 
helped create robust business and cultural scenes in the Ann Arbor 
area.
  Mr. Campbell's work with his businesses, as well as his involvement 
with music and theatre productions, has played a key role in the 
development of Ann Arbor. In addition to his work, Mr. Campbell also 
contributes to the community through his involvement with the Ann Arbor 
Boxing Club, where he serves as a mentor to area youth. In this 
capacity, Mr. Campbell works to train club members while teaching them 
the principles of discipline and mental toughness. This work helps 
inspire future youth and provide them with guidance and mentorship. Mr. 
Campbell's involvement in working with area youth underscores his 
commitment to the Ann Arbor community.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in wishing Mr. Clarence 
Campbell for his lifetime of service to Ann Arbor and its residents. 
His work in the business and community has impacted countless lives.

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