[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 145 (Friday, September 9, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E905-E906]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     RECOGNIZING BARBARA L. CHAVEZ

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                          HON. NORMA J. TORRES

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 9, 2022

  Mrs. TORRES of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
life and work of my constituent, the late BarBara L. Chavez. BarBara 
served our community in a variety of ways, including as a Board Member 
of the Fontana Unified School District and member of the Planning 
Commission for the City of Rialto.
  BarBara was devoted to helping others. She worked as a teacher's aide 
for many years, and from 2003 to 2006 served as the first Latina 
President of United Steelworkers Local 8599, where she represented 
childcare providers, substitutes, and college tutors. In 2008, BarBara 
was elected to the Fontana Unified School Board where she served for 8 
years, continuing her service to the children and educators of her 
community.
  In 2018, BarBara L. Chavez was selected to be a member of the 
Planning Commission for the City of Rialto, where she would go on to 
serve as Vice Chair. Her work on the Planning Commission contributed to 
many projects that benefit the city and residents of Rialto and 
continue to play a pivotal role in the economic development of our 
region.
  BarBara shined as the embodiment of generosity and compassion. As an 
active parishioner at St. John Catholic Church, she worked tirelessly 
to help those in need throughout Rialto and beyond.
  Sadly, our community is now in mourning. On Sunday, August 21st, 
BarBara tragically passed away in a traffic collision. I offer my 
deepest condolences to her friends and family on their loss.
  For her outstanding accomplishments and her contributions to her 
community, it is my honor to recognize BarBara L. Chavez. Her years of 
civic service and commitment to the people of Rialto and Fontana are 
worthy of the highest commendation. May she rest in peace and her 
family find comfort during this time. She will be missed.

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