[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 195 (Tuesday, November 17, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1038]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           IN RECOGNITION OF TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR BRIAN LOFTUS

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 17, 2020

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Brian Loftus 
and his years of distinguished service to Grosse Ile Township. His 
leadership and community impact are worthy of commendation.
  In 2008, Brian Loftus became Grosse Ile Township Supervisor. In this 
position, Loftus has moderated the Board of Trustees, led the 
development of the township budget, overseen property assessment, and 
maintained township records. In addition, he has been a liaison to the 
Downtown Development Authority, served on the Elections Commission, and 
has appointed the members of a variety of other township commissions, 
among other tasks. Supervisor Loftus's leadership has come at a pivotal 
moment in our state's history. As communities across Michigan are 
grappling with the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, Supervisor 
Loftus has remained committed to ensuring Grosse Ile Township continues 
to be a vibrant, diverse, and welcoming residential community for all.
  Supervisor Brian Loftus's sense of dedication transcends Grosse Ile 
Township. Prior to serving Grosse Ile as township supervisor, Loftus 
served our nation in uniform. Loftus joined the Air Force in 1970 and 
graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in 1974. He served 
on active duty as a pilot until being transferred to the Michigan Air 
National Guard in 1981, where he continued serving in several operation 
and staff duty positions until his retirement in September 2003. Over 
the course of 33 years of military service, Loftus has come to deeply 
understand the meaning of duty, sacrifice, and commitment to bettering 
one's community. Undoubtably, he applied these principles throughout 
his tenure as township supervisor.
  In addition, Loftus has been an active member of several community 
organizations. He volunteers with the Grosse Ile Historical Society, 
Friends of the Detroit River, and the Detroit River International 
Wildlife Refuge Alliance, to name a few. Throughout all capacities, 
Loftus has been recognized as a humble and compassionate leader who 
strives to effect lasting change. He has been a strong voice for Grosse 
Ile Township and used his authority to bring the community together and 
positively impact the lives of countless residents. Loftus's impact 
will forever endure, and we are all grateful for his years of service 
to our community.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Township 
Supervisor Brian Loftus. We are proud to celebrate his work, 
accomplishments, and significant community impact. We thank him for his 
outstanding leadership and wish him the best of luck in his future 
endeavors.

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