[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 105 (Wednesday, June 16, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H2823]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING MICKEY STEPHENS

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Carter) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
honor Georgia Representative Mickey Stephens for his remarkable career 
in the Georgia General Assembly.
  Mr. Stephens is a native of Savannah and a proud graduate of Savannah 
State College. He served one term in 2002 and was reelected in 2014 to 
the Georgia House, representing the 165th District.
  As an educator, he was a great asset to Savannah High School, Shuman 
Middle School, and John W. Hubert Middle School. Additionally, he 
served on the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education and the 
Savannah Zoning Board of Appeals.
  Mr. Stephens is known throughout Georgia for his civic service, 
including his commitment to the community and his efforts in supporting 
the education of youth and adults.
  Thank you, Mr. Stephens, for all of your hard work to make Savannah a 
better place to live. You are an inspiration to us all about giving 
back to your community.


                     Remembering Michael Mamalakis

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart 
to remember and honor Michael Mamalakis of Savannah, Georgia, who 
passed away on May 16 at the age of 37.
  Michael was a lifelong resident of Savannah and a graduate of Jenkins 
High School.
  He had many passions in his life, but one of his greatest passions 
was the Savannah Country Day School sports teams.
  Michael spent 20 years inspiring athletes with his incredible spirit 
and unsurpassed devotion. He taught players and coaches alike that 
passion, effort, and dedication are far more important in sports than 
wins and losses.
  In 2014, Michael was honored as Savannah Country Day School's Best of 
Preps Unsung Hero.
  He touched many lives in the Savannah community, and his 
irreplaceable presence will be missed by all.
  My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who 
knew him, during this most difficult time.


                     Congratulating Davion Mitchell

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
Davion Mitchell for winning the 2021 NCAA men's basketball national 
championship with Baylor University.
  Davion has never been a stranger to achieving success and making an 
impact on his team.
  During his time at Liberty County High School in Hinesville, in the 
First Congressional District of Georgia, Davion led his team to their 
first State title in school history.
  As a junior at Baylor University, Davion led Baylor in an impressive 
season that resulted in a win over Gonzaga in the national championship 
game.
  Some of Davion's impressive accolades include the AP All-American 
Team, the All-Big 12 First Team, the 2021 All-Tournament Team, and the 
National Defensive Player of the Year.
  Davion's long list of accomplishments stems from his countless hours 
of work and his determination to win.
  I, along with the rest of the First Congressional District, 
congratulate you, Davion, on your achievements and know that you will 
continue to make us proud.


                    Honoring Carl Hamilton Alexander

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember and 
honor retired Chief of Police Carl Hamilton Alexander of Brunswick, 
Georgia, who peacefully passed away at the age of 72.
  Chief Alexander was a man of strong character and deep devotion to 
his lifelong profession of public service.
  He began his career in public service with the Glynn County Fire-
Rescue in 1970, and he would eventually rise through the ranks of the 
police department to become chief of police.
  Under his leadership, the Glynn County Police Department became the 
14th nationally accredited agency in the State in 1994.
  Chief Alexander modernized the county emergency radio system and 
brought computer technology into police vehicles.
  Through every position he had, he worked to better his community and 
every life he touched. His commitment to Glynn County has changed 
countless lives, and we are forever grateful.
  My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who 
knew him during this most difficult time.

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