[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 194 (Monday, December 10, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H9770]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING HOWARD GARRETT OF EDMONTON, KENTUCKY

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Kentucky (Mr. Comer) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize my friend, Howard 
Garrett of Edmonton, Kentucky. In addition to serving as mayor since 
1993, he has served as an officer of the Kentucky State Jaycees, a 
member of the local Industrial Board and 9-1-1 Board, and a deacon of 
the Edmonton Baptist Church. As an officer of the Barren River Area 
Development District and the Barren-Metcalfe Ambulance Board, his 
influence was felt throughout the region.
  In his personal life, Mayor Garrett is an avid University of Kentucky 
and Yankees fan. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Teresa, 
and they are the parents to three children and grandparents to five 
grandchildren. Mayor Garrett has much to be proud of in his life. On 
behalf of the First District of Kentucky, I thank him for his years of 
achievement and compassionate service to the Edmonton community.


        Recognizing Monroe County Judge-Executive Tommy Willett

  Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate Monroe County 
Judge-Executive Tommy Willett on his retirement after serving two 
consecutive terms in office. Prior to his election, Tommy and his 
father owned and operated Pure Drug Company in Tompkinsville, Kentucky. 
Currently, Judge Willett serves as the secretary of the Barren River 
Area Development District Board of Directors. He also served on the 
Board of Community Action of Southern Kentucky, Monroe County Water 
Board, Monroe County Board of Health, and several other significant 
boards and committees over the years. In his free time Judge Willett 
enjoys spending time with his two sons, daughters-in-law, and his four 
grandchildren.
  On behalf of the First District of Kentucky, I congratulate Judge 
Willett on his years of service to Monroe County and wish him many 
years of continued success in the community to which he has given so 
much.


      Recognizing Clinton County Judge-Executive Richard Armstrong

  Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize my friend, Clinton County 
Judge-Executive Richard Armstrong. I am grateful for his efforts to 
better the lives of First District Kentuckians through his service on 
the Lake Cumberland Area Development District Board of Directors as 
well as his involvement with numerous community organizations 
throughout his career.
  As one of Clinton County's prominent community leaders and advocates, 
he has prioritized industrial development and spurred economic 
opportunities for those he has served. These significant 
accomplishments, in combination with his passion for serving his 
community, have distinguished him as one of the region's most prominent 
public servants. His achievements and efforts to improve the lives of 
his fellow Clinton Countians have forged a legacy of outstanding 
character and commitment to continuous improvements in all facets of 
community life.
  Judge-Executive Armstrong's passion for bettering the community is 
rivaled only by his love for spending time with his family. I join his 
wife, Joy; his children, Cannon and Brandy; and his five grandchildren; 
as well as all those who know him in thanking him for his years of 
service to his community.


         Recognizing Adair County Judge-Executive Mike Stephens

  Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize my friend, Judge-
Executive Mike Stephens of Adair County, Kentucky. His outstanding 
service and contributions during his tenure have greatly benefited his 
community, and I am proud to recognize him for his years of service.

  Prior to being elected to public office Judge-Executive Stephens 
owned and operated his own pharmacy. He has also served on the 
Homeplace Board of Directors and the Lake Cumberland Area Development 
District Board of Directors. Judge-Executive Stephens' varied 
experiences and knowledge of the local community made him a 
compassionate and effective county judge-executive and an exceptional 
public servant.
  On behalf of the First District of Kentucky, I thank Judge Mike 
Stephens for his numerous accomplishments while serving as Adair County 
judge-executive.

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