[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 124 (Monday, July 24, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1041]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





     HONORING JEFF TURNER FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE AND OUTSTANDING 
                CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COMMUNITY OF ELGIN

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 24, 2017

  Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a distinguished public 
servant from the Sixth District of Illinois. Jeff Turner has dedicated 
his life to the Elgin community and his incredible service is a truly 
impressive feat which may not be replicated. As the recipient of the 
75th Elgin Cosmopolitan Club Distinguished Service Award, he serves as 
a role model for us all and as proof that one dedicated individual can 
change the lives of many.
   As an active participant within his village serving on multiple 
boards and committees, Jeff still finds time to successfully manage In 
the Neighborhood Deli. As the owner of this award-winning deli, he has 
been instrumental in starting a community dinner program that serves 
all. Hosting a total of four dinners per year, he has provided a meal 
to more than 800 residents within the surrounding neighborhoods. With 
his passion for people and commitment to the well-being of others, Jeff 
has devoted countless hours serving those around him. Nonetheless, his 
work does not stop there.
   He has previously partnered with the Community Garden Network of 
Elgin and volunteered as an honorary chef for both the Larkin Center 
Children's Brunch back in 2010 and the Ecker Center's Wishes for 
Wellness Brunch this past year. Additionally, he has served as a co-
chair for both Elgin's Green Expo and their Climate Change Organization 
Board. In 2016, Jeff was honored with the Harold T. Seigle Community 
Service Award, Elgin Junior Women's Club Outstanding Man of the Year, 
and the D. Ray Wilson Volunteer Service Award.
   Through hard work and no small amount of perseverance, Jeff Turner 
has helped countless people and tremendously improved his community. 
Distinguished Members, please join me in congratulating Jeff for his 
years of service and many more to come.

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