[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 217 (Thursday, December 16, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1383]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





  IN HONOR OF THE RETIREMENT OF WILLIAM LeFEVRE FROM THE TRENTON CITY 
                                COUNCIL

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 16, 2021

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Councilman 
William LeFevre on the occasion of his retirement from the Trenton City 
Council after over thirty years of service to the City of Trenton, 
Michigan. His significant contributions to our downriver community are 
worthy of commendation.
  William LeFevre was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1948, his family moved 
to Southgate, Michigan that same year. A 1966 graduate of Southgate 
High School, he attended Central Michigan University from 1966 to 1970. 
In 1971, he joined his parents in running the family business, B & D 
Vacuum, where he remains today. In 1973, Trenton became his home.
  Councilman LeFevre was appointed to the Trenton City Council in 
February 1990 to fill a vacant seat, since then he has been reelected 
every year since. A trusted colleague among his peers, he's served as 
Mayor Pro Tem six times. He is also the chairman of the Trenton 
Brownfield Committee. While serving on the Council he has been an 
advocate for Trenton's financial growth and development and strong 
voice for the City's public safety officers.
  An active member of the community, Councilman LeFevre is a Trenton 
Rotarian, a Trenton Jaycee, and a longtime member of Trenton Faith 
United Methodist Church. His sharp wit, caring personality, and 
compassionate ways--as well as his colorful wardrobe--makes Councilman 
LeFevre someone that leaves a mark on each person that he meets. All 
who know him can attest to his generosity and love for his community. A 
gifted emcee, he has been the host of the annual Trenton City Awards 
Banquet, Trenton Education Foundation events, the Trenton Rotary Wild 
Game Lunch, and the Trenton Memorial Day and Christmas Parades for 
countless years. Councilman LeFevre and his wife Linda reside in 
Trenton, along with their two children Matthew and Andrea who are proud 
graduates of Trenton High School.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Councilman 
William LeFevre for his dedicated service to the citizens of downriver. 
We are immensely grateful for all that he has done to improve the lives 
of Trenton, Michigan. I join with Bill's family, friends, and 
colleagues in extending my best wishes to him in retirement.

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