[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 4 (Wednesday, January 6, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E18]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CONGRATULATING BOULDER COUNTY COMMISSIONER DEB GARDNER ON HER 
                               RETIREMENT

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                            HON. JOE NEGUSE

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, January 6, 2021

  Mr. NEGUSE. Madam Speaker, today I wish to recognize Ms. Deb Gardner, 
who has served the people of Boulder County for over a decade, and 
since 2012, has tirelessly devoted herself to serving her community as 
a Boulder County Commissioner. Over the past eight years, Deb has 
worked hard to make Boulder County a better place. In light of Deb's 
retirement, I want to take the opportunity to commend her distinguished 
career in public service.
  Deb has never been afraid to stand up for what she believes in. Her 
work in Boulder is a reflection of her passion for equity, education, 
and the environment. A truly indispensable community member, she has 
fought to maintain Boulder County's natural beauty and ensure that 
everyone feels welcome in the community.
  Prior to becoming a County Commissioner, she represented Colorado's 
11th district, and the people of Boulder County, in the Colorado State 
Legislature as a State Representative, where she served on the House 
Transportation, Legislative Audit, Business and Economic Development, 
and Health Benefit Exchange Review committees. She has helped her 
community through countless disasters, including the 2013 flooding, 
historic wildfires, and the immense challenges posed by the COVID-19 
pandemic this year, and I am grateful for her leadership.
  For the entirety of her career, Deb has led by example and inspired 
countless others along the way. I am grateful for her distinguished 
record of service, and I thank Commissioner Gardner for her service to 
her community. I wish her a restful and well-deserved retirement.

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