[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 117 (Wednesday, July 12, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E965]
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                           DOROTHY A. BURLEY

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                          HON. DONALD NORCROSS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 12, 2017

  Mr. NORCROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dorothy A. Burley, a 
woman of strength, character and commitment, on the occasion of her 
75th birthday. Ms. Burley is a friend, mentor, educator and inspiration 
to many across New Jersey's First Congressional District and beyond.
   After receiving her Associate's Degree in Human Services at Camden 
County College and her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education at 
Glassboro State College (now Rowan University), Ms. Burley taught for 
16 years at various Camden City schools, shaping young minds.
   Ms. Burley's commitment to community continued beyond the classroom 
when, in 1993, she made history by taking the oath of office as the 
first African American female municipal clerk in the City of Camden.
   Ms. Burley would go on to hold other positions of distinction in the 
community, in both appointed and elected offices, including 
Commissioner for the Camden County Board of Elections, Chairperson of 
the Housing Authority of the City of Camden, Chairperson of the Alcohol 
Beverage Control Board, President of ``Girls on the Move'' Youth 
Foundation, and a member of the National and Camden Education 
Association. Ms. Burley would also serve as director of human resources 
at CAMcare Health Corporation until her well-deserved retirement.
   Separate from her professional commitments, Ms. Burley has 
selflessly dedicated her time and talents to organizations that enhance 
the lives of Southern New Jersey constituents.
   Though she's been honored and recognized for her many meaningful 
efforts, Ms. Burley is especially deserving of this special 
recognition, as she continues her mission to inspire everyone she 
encounters.
   Mr. Speaker, for that reason and so many others, I ask you to join 
me in wishing this devoted mother, grandmother, public servant, and 
mentor, Ms. Dorothy A. Burley, a very happy 75th birthday.

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