[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 146 (Tuesday, September 4, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1196-E1197]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CONGRATULATING BARBARA WEBBER FOR RECEIVING THE GREATER WATERTOWN-NORTH 
                COUNTRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ATHENA AWARD

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 4, 2018

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Barbara 
Webber on receiving the Greater Watertown-North Country Chamber of 
Commerce Athena Award.
  Since 1991, the Greater Watertown-North Country Chamber of Commerce 
has presented its Athena Award annually to an accomplished female 
leader in the community.

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This year, the Chamber selected Barbara Webber for her embodiment of 
professional excellence, her commitment to the community through years 
of service, and for her encouragement of fellow women leaders as she 
guides and assists them in reaching their full potential.
  Barbara has an unprecedented number of qualifications that helped 
earn her this award. Moving to Jefferson County in 1968, she quickly 
became known in the community as a beloved teacher and a familiar face 
at public meetings and events. For her more than 30 years of service as 
an educator, Barbara was recognized by the Carthage Central School 
District as a Distinguished Contributor and was inducted into their 
Hall of Achievement. Barbara made history when she was elected to serve 
as the first African American woman on the Jefferson County Board of 
Legislators. She has been steadfast in her support of Fort Drum and our 
troops, and was named one of the original Women of the Mountain for her 
dedication. As a member of dozens of volunteer-based organizations in 
the North Country, Barbara continues to devote her life to serving 
others. Her commitment to advancing young women stood out through her 
role on the New York State Board of Directors for the Miss New York 
Scholarship Pageant, where she has inspired hundreds of young North 
Country women to strive for excellence.
  On behalf of New York's 21st District, I want to congratulate Barbara 
Webber on her well-deserved award, and thank her for her commitment to 
strengthening our North Country community. Barbara sets a powerful 
example for serving others, and I am proud to recognize her for a 
lifetime of achievements.

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