[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 40 (Friday, February 28, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E231-E232]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE MARINES AND SAILORS OF SITE SUPPORT AURORA

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                            HON. JASON CROW

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 28, 2020

  Mr. CROW. Madam Speaker, it is my honor today to recognize the 
accomplishments of the Marines and Sailors of Site Support Aurora, who 
will be honored by the Chamber of Northwest Douglas County as a 
``Citizens Who Soar.''
   These service members have been an integral part of the local 
community serving on Buckley Air Force Base. They are Active Duty 
support personnel who instruct and assist Marine Corps Reserve units in 
maintaining a continuous state of readiness for mobilization. They 
primarily inspect and render technical advice on command functions 
including operations, training, administration, and logistical support. 
While their primary duties focus on training and advising the reserve 
Marines, their efforts extend beyond this scope and include service 
within the local community.
   Through their efforts, these Marines and Sailors supported a Toys 
for Tots drive which resulted in over 186,364 toys being distributed to 
99,800 children in the Denver metropolitan area. In addition to this 
monumental effort, in 2019 these Marines and Sailors rendered military 
funeral honors to over 360 Marines who honorably served their country.
   Through their devotion to duty and commitment to service, these 
service members have had an incredibly positive impact on the 
community. Their success in not only training our Reserve Marines, but 
also supporting the local community through their selfless efforts 
serves as an inspiration to the public.
   As major contributors and an inspiration to the community, I 
congratulate these Marines and Sailors for receiving the recognition as 
``Citizens Who Soar.''

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