[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 56 (Wednesday, March 30, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E323]
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                RECOGNIZING BILL BURTON FOR HIS SERVICE

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                            HON. ADAM SMITH

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 30, 2022

  Mr. SMITH of Washington. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Bill 
Burton for his many years of service as a community advocate and for 
his role as the Area Director for the Rainier Vista Boys & Girls Club.
  A Rainier Vista native, Bill is an experienced and accomplished 
community leader. He has served as the Area Director of the Boys & 
Girls Club since 1980, working tirelessly throughout his life to 
empower local youth. As Area Director, Bill was a driving force behind 
fundraising efforts that galvanized the Rainer Vista Boys & Girls Club. 
He turned what was once an underdeveloped club into a thriving 
community center that provides Rainier Vista children a safe place to 
grow and learn.
  Today, the Rainier Vista Club serves over 100 of the neighborhood's 
youth through programs and mentorship to create positive change in 
their community. These achievements would not have been possible 
without Bill's passion and dedication for giving young people 
opportunities to become outstanding members of their community.
  Madam Speaker, it is my privilege and honor to recognize Bill for his 
outstanding achievements and contributions to our community throughout 
his career.

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