[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 173 (Monday, November 7, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1113]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING COMMISSIONER KEN RUSSELL

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 7, 2022

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today as a descendant of 
Bahamians to recognize City of Miami Commissioner Ken Russell for his 
contribution to the City of Miami's designation of the Little Bahamas 
of Coconut Grove on July 19, 2022.
  Since the 19th century, Bahamians played an integral role in the 
founding of the City of Miami, representing one-third of the registered 
signatories on July 28, 1896, date of the city's incorporation.
  Much like Miami's original Bahamian signatories, Commissioner Ken 
Russell's commitment to preserving the rich Bahamian culture and 
history of Miami has helped to ensure the designation of the Little 
Bahamas of Coconut Grove.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in honoring Commissioner Ken Russell 
for his contributions to the community and his role in the historic 
designation of the Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove.

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