[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 69 (Tuesday, April 25, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1934]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      IN MEMORY OF MELINDA GRACZYK

  (Ms. TLAIB asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. TLAIB. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the memory of Melinda 
Graczyk, a lifelong volunteer in service to the people of Redford 
Township in Michigan's 12th District Strong.
  Melinda embraced her passion to serve the unrepresented, chairing 
Redford's newly formed commission for diversity, equity, and inclusion 
in order to create a more welcoming community for all.
  Through her work with the Jaycees, Melinda volunteered to build local 
community gardens which provided thousands of pounds of fresh 
vegetables to families in need. They also founded the Redford farmer's 
market, providing a local source of fresh, locally grown food at an 
affordable price.
  As a volunteer and eventually president of Redford's festival 
committee, they helped plan and execute all of Redford's local 
festivals throughout the year, creating opportunities for residents to 
gather and foster a sense of community.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Melinda Graczyk's 
unwavering service to our district and the Redford Township community 
as we honor her memory.

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