[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 195 (Thursday, December 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1299]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING COMMISSIONER ROBERT SHELLEY

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 15, 2022

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Madam Speaker, from the 24th District of the 
great State of Florida, I rise today to honor Robert Shelley for his 
stellar service and contributions as Commissioner of the City of 
Aventura.
  Someone once said this about local government, ``when you are in 
local government, you are on the ground, and you are looking into the 
eyes and hearts of the people you are there to serve. It teaches you to 
listen; it teaches you to be expansive in the people with whom you talk 
to; and that engagement gives you political judgment.''
  It is this same standard of leadership and approach that has 
distinguished his success at the City of Aventura. With input given 
from passionate public servants like Commissioner Shelley, Aventura is 
certain to have a bright future guided by a grounded approach to local 
governance, cooperation, and investment in the well-being of this 
community achieved during his tenure in office as a Commissioner.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in honoring Commissioner Robert Shelley 
for the completion of his term in office, his time, his commitment, and 
outstanding contribution representing the residents of the City 
Aventura.

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