[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 80 (Wednesday, May 16, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E663]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     CELEBRATING MRS. KAREN SHELDON

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 16, 2018

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Mrs. 
Karen Sheldon for her sixteen years of service on the Georgetown, TX 
Chamber of Commerce. Karen's untiring commitment to making Georgetown a 
great place to live and work represents Texas values at their best.
  After joining the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce in 2002 as 
Administrative Assistant, it was clear that Karen's hard work and 
dedication to the Chamber were unmatched. During her tenure, she served 
in many roles including Director of Development, Vice President, and 
Executive Vice President before being named Chamber President in 2014. 
Her time as President was focused on guiding the success and growth of 
her beloved community through advocacy, education, and civic 
engagement.
  Karen's work in public service wasn't confined to the Georgetown 
Chamber of Commerce. She has continuously strived to make Georgetown a 
better city by serving on multiple boards and volunteering with 
numerous organizations. When she is not working for her community, 
Karen is a loving sister and proud mother of two daughters.
  Retirement is meant to be celebrated and enjoyed. It is not the end 
of a career, but the beginning of a new adventure. Mrs. Karen Sheldon 
has left big shoes to fill as she has gone above and beyond the 
expected duties of a public servant. I thank her for her dedication to 
her community and proudly join her family, friends, and colleagues in 
wishing nothing but the best for her richly-deserved retirement.

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