[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 190 (Thursday, October 28, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1157-E1158]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MICHAEL COLLINS

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                         HON. CARLOS A. GIMENEZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 28, 2021

  Mr. GIMENEZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy 
of Michael Collins. His unwavering sense of conviction and outstanding 
public service to his community earned him respect and admiration from 
those who knew him and anyone he crossed paths with.
  The state of Florida recognizes his success as the champion of the 
Greater Everglades ecosystem from Orlando to the Keys. His leadership 
on the South Florida Water Management Board for over a decade has 
tangibly benefited the lives of tens-of-millions Floridians. His 
advocacy for Florida Bay, Lake Okeechobee as well as the Upper Chain of 
Lakes was heard and acted upon.
  Michael Collins had the unique ability to unite various stakeholders 
to implement consensus solutions to complex water resource issues. He 
was the father of the creation of the Water Resource Advisory 
Commission to carry out this mission. His grand contributions cannot be 
measured. He was always attentive to his community and gave it his all.
  Michael Collins will be remembered for his lifelong contributions and 
dedication to Florida's water resources. Captain Mike will be missed at 
the helm, however, his ``troops'' will carry on the mission. It's an 
honor to commemorate a man of this stature and integrity. Michael 
Collins will be profoundly missed.
  God bless.

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