[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 4 (Wednesday, January 9, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E23-E24]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING SUPERVISOR MARION ASHLEY FOR HIS YEARS OF PUBLIC SERVICE

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                             HON. RAUL RUIZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, January 9, 2019

  Mr. RUIZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Supervisor Marion 
Ashley on his retirement after more than twenty-five years of serving 
in elected office.
  Since 2002, Supervisor Ashley has been a tireless advocate for 
Riverside County's Fifth District, bringing his energy, leadership, and 
enthusiasm to the cause of serving his constituents. As we have worked 
together over the years, I've known Supervisor Ashley to be a man of 
integrity and compassion, always

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ready to put the interests of others before his own.
  Supervisor Ashley grew up in Riverside County, and like me, has had 
the privilege of returning home to serve the community that helped 
raise him. To see his positive impact on towns like Banning, Beaumont, 
and Calimesa, you only need to look around. You'll see medical centers, 
public parks, wildlife conservation areas, and fire stations that exist 
thanks to his advocacy.
  During his decades of public service, Supervisor Ashley has 
demonstrated his strong commitment to positioning Riverside County as a 
leader in environmental conservation and renewable energy. He has 
helped Riverside County protect our Desert habitats and wildlife and 
become a national leader in wind and solar energy. He has personally 
donated hundreds of acres of land in pursuit of those goals.
  Throughout his tenure, Supervisor Ashley has shown a willingness to 
work on a bipartisan basis. He has welcomed innovative ideas and 
treated opponents and allies with respect.
  In retirement, I hope Supervisor Ashley will enjoy spending more time 
with Mary, his wife of more than sixty years, and their six children, 
19 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. On behalf of communities 
across Riverside County, it is my honor to congratulate Supervisor 
Ashley on a well-earned retirement.

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