[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 7 (Monday, January 14, 2019)]
[Senate]
[Pages S179-S180]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO EDDIE ROGERS

  Mr. McCONNELL. Mr. President, after 16 years of service to the people 
of Taylor County, KY, Judge-Executive Eddie Rogers is beginning his 
retirement. My friend leaves behind a legacy of passion for the men and 
women he represented, and I would like to take a moment to acknowledge 
Eddie's career in public service and to thank him for his commitment to 
Taylor County.

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  Eddie first entered the county's top job in 1999, and he worked 
closely with the members of the fiscal court to address the challenges 
facing the area. He made some difficult choices, but as he looked back 
on his career, Eddie said he always did what he thought was best to 
help attract new jobs to Taylor County and provide new opportunity for 
Kentuckians.
  Serving in office a second time beginning in 2006, Eddie's leadership 
secured several major accomplishments for the county that will continue 
to be enjoyed for years to come. During Eddie's tenure, he oversaw the 
opening of the Taylor County Judicial Center and the construction of a 
new fire department. The county also built a new animal shelter, and in 
the near future, a technology center will open as a result of Eddie's 
work. These buildings will stand as lasting landmarks to Eddie's 
service and his success in Taylor County.
  At his final fiscal court meeting as judge-executive, the county's 
other elected officials thanked Eddie for his leadership, his 
collaborative nature, and his record of achievement. They also noted 
his work with the Kentucky Association of Counties, helping other 
communities across the Commonwealth. In addition to his tireless work 
for Taylor County, Eddie's colleagues also thanked him for his personal 
friendship. I can echo those sentiments and say I have enjoyed working 
with Eddie on a broad range of projects for the community and our home 
State. Joined by members of his family, Eddie adjourned his last 
meeting with the appreciation of many throughout Taylor County.
  At the end of his 16 years of dedication, Eddie has a lot to be proud 
of, and I would like to thank him for his hard work. With his children, 
Michele, Wynn, and Natalie, and his grandchildren, Dalton and Laine, I 
hope he will enjoy a well-earned retirement. I ask my Senate colleagues 
to join me in congratulating Eddie for his years of service to 
Kentucky.
  (At the request of Mr. Schumer, the following statement was ordered 
to be printed in the Record.)

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