[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 69 (Wednesday, April 27, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E415]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF THE PARTNERSHIP OF DOUGLAS COUNTY GOVERNMENTS 
                                 (PDCG)

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                             HON. KEN BUCK

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 27, 2022

  Mr. BUCK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 20th 
anniversary of The Partnership of Douglas County Governments (PDCG). 
The PDCG consists of nine local government entities working 
collaboratively for the greater good of Douglas County's 380,000 
residents on impactful issues, projects, and programs.
  During the last 20 years, through their collective allegiance to a 
single mission, the group has focused on creating better communities 
for their constituents. Since its inception, PDCG accomplishments have 
included: the Housing Partnership and the Youth Initiative; the Douglas 
County Mental Health Initiative; collaborative emergency management and 
public safety; transportation improvements; open space, parks, trails, 
and recreation initiatives; health and human services programs; as well 
as specific public health efforts, such as their 18-month COVID-19 
Community Response.
  In 2017, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) 
nominated PDCG for both the Strategic Leadership & Governance Award and 
the Community Partnership Award. PDCG also works together to strengthen 
community bonds and protect its citizens. It is a privilege to have 
such an organization in Colorado's Fourth District.
  The dedicated members of the Partnership of Douglas County 
Governments serve our community in countless ways every day. Madam 
Speaker, I am honored to recognize their hard work and determination.

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