[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 90 (Friday, June 1, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E756]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                     IN CELEBRATION OF NANCY MENDEZ

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                         HON. LINDA T. SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 1, 2018

  Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the service and 
success of Nancy Mendez. A dedicated resident of Whittier, California 
whose hard work and model leadership has made a significant impact in 
my Congressional District. Ms. Mendez is retiring from her position as 
Assistant City Manager this year, and it is with great pleasure that I 
recognize her accomplishments.
  Ms. Mendez began her 38 year long career with the City of Whittier in 
1980 as a community supervisor. She established herself as an active 
member of the community spearheading several programs and activities 
responsible for maintaining high levels engagement across all age 
groups. Following the Whittier earthquake in 1987, Ms. Mendez 
demonstrated her ability to perform under pressure when she organized 
and opened a mass shelter for displaced residents after having been on 
the job as the Assistant for Human Services for only one day.
  Ms. Mendez also assisted the city in winning a number of grants to 
fund important city projects over the years. She has also served as the 
Director of Human Services and Assistant City manager. Ms. Mendez has 
always used her skills to provide tangible benefits to our community. 
As Assistant City Manager, she was integral to the design and funding 
for the Greenway Trail, improved cell phone service in Whittier, and 
other important economic development projects. While there are too many 
projects to list, I would be remiss if I did not also mention her work 
on the Walnut Senior Center, Palm Park Activity and Aquatics Center, 
and the city's police headquarters.
  I cannot thank Ms. Mendez enough for all that she has contributed to 
the City of Whittier. Her passion for public service has made her an 
influential and effective leader whose accomplishments both from the 
past and present continue to benefit the people of Whittier today.
  I wish Nancy Mendez a happy retirement and thank her again for her 
service.

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