[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 10 (Wednesday, January 17, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E54]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CONGRATULATING ELAINE WOOD FOR RECEIVING THE 2017 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 
                                 AWARD

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 17, 2018

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it's my honor to recognize Elaine Wood for 
receiving the 2017 Distinguished Service Award from the Traverse City 
Area Chamber of Commerce. Through her exceptional leadership and 
steadfast devotion to her community, Elaine is an indispensable part of 
Northern Michigan.
  Since 1929, the Distinguished Service Award has been given to leaders 
who have had a tremendous positive impact on the Traverse City area. 
With more than 40 years with Networks Northwest, Elaine has led in the 
creation of innovative programs for employment skills training, 
streamlined data research, and year-round adult education systems. Her 
unique work with the government even led to her appointment to Governor 
Snyder's Talent Investment Board in 2011.
  Elaine's steadfast determination has been recognized through numerous 
awards throughout her career, including being named one of the area's 
25 Most Powerful Women by the Traverse City Business News in 2014. She 
has also served on numerous boards and trustees, including Munson 
Healthcare, the United Way of Northwest Michigan, the Cherryland Humane 
Society, and for almost two decades at Northwestern Michigan College. 
The impact of her work on the Traverse City community and across 
Michigan cannot be understated.
  Mr. Speaker, it's my honor to congratulate Elaine Wood for receiving 
the 2017 Distinguished Service Award. Michiganders can take great pride 
in knowing the First District is home to such a selfless and devoted 
leader. On behalf of my constituents, I wish Elaine all the best in her 
future endeavors.

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