[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 133 (Thursday, July 29, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E850]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN RECOGNITION OF THOMAS DOMBROSKI

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 29, 2021

  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Mr. 
Thomas ``Tom'' Dombroski, a long-time resident of Detroit, who 
contributed actively to several community-based organizations and was 
especially known for his service as a member of the board of the 
Southwest Detroit Community Benefits Coalition and as a proud member of 
the Teamsters.
  Tom was a tough, big-hearted person whose sense of humor and warmth 
belied his tenacity in the fight to protect his community in southwest 
Detroit. Tom was a champion of the underdog and advocated for justice 
on behalf of those who needed it most. Before he retired, Tom's work 
with the Teamsters Union prepared him for his second act in life as a 
community advocate for equitable development of the Gordie Howe Bridge 
international border crossing in Detroit. He was outspoken in the fight 
for clean air and good quality of life for residents who will live in 
the shadow of the large-scale transportation infrastructure.
  I have always known Tom to be generous with his time and energy. His 
spirit will be sorely missed by the community he served. Please join me 
as we recognize Thomas Dombroski's many contributions to the families 
of southwest Detroit and beyond as we give honor to his memory.

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