[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 40 (Monday, March 7, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Pages S1014-S1015]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        REMEMBERING HELEN SELIG

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the life 
and service of former Hot Springs mayor Helen Selig.
  Selig was a beloved member of the Hot Springs community and made a 
substantial difference in the lives of so many Arkansans. She not only 
served as mayor of Hot Springs from 1994-2000, but also played a 
crucial role in fulfilling countless projects aimed at bettering the 
city.
  As mayor, Selig saw great success throughout her 6-year tenure, and 
it was something that was recognized by citizens and leaders alike. Hot 
Springs city manager Bill Burrough reflected that, ``Hot Springs is 
truly a better place because of her passion, the work that she did, and 
her influence. When Helen Selig was involved, people would listen.''
  Selig has been praised widely for her involvement in a variety of 
community projects, including the construction of the convention 
center. In the recent weeks, dozens of local leaders have been 
outspoken in their praise and gratitude for her dedication to Hot 
Springs.

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  In 1992, Selig was already making waves as a well-known leader of a 
group advocating for Hot Springs to be chosen as the location for the 
Arkansas School for Mathematics, Science, and the Arts. This school did 
end up being located in the so-called Spa City and has helped so many 
students with bright minds flourish throughout our State.
  Her lifetime of service to her community and neighbors extended far 
beyond her time as an elected leader. She was a founding member of the 
Arkansas Women's Leadership Forum, as well as the Women's Foundation of 
Arkansas, in addition to volunteering for several organizations, 
including Habitat for Humanity, Hot Springs Parks Board of Directors, 
R.E.G.A.R.D., YMCA Board of Directors, Hot Springs Music Festival--
board of directors--Kappa Kappa Gamma fraternity, Catholic Church of 
St. John the Baptist, the Lotus Book Club, and Hot Springs National 
Park Rotary Club. Time and time again, Helen Selig exhibited her firm 
commitment to the people of Hot Springs.
  I am so grateful for Mayor Selig's dedication to serving her 
community and truly making a difference in the lives of those around 
her. I want to take this time to pray for her family in their time of 
grief and reassure them that Helen's memory will live on through the 
great work she has done for Arkansas.

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