[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 121 (Friday, July 14, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H3580]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO WAYNE PARKER

  (Mr. CURTIS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. CURTIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a good friend 
and dedicated public servant. Last week, Wayne Parker, Provo City's 
chief administrative officer for two decades, announced his retirement.
  Having served with Mr. Parker for 8 years, I know firsthand how 
impossible it is to fully grasp the positive impact of Wayne Parker on 
Provo City. His touch for good can be found in everything we like about 
Provo.
  For many years he has worked without fanfare or attention. Those of 
us that know his work best know that everything from our vibrant 
economy to our fun downtown and so much more have been blessed by 
Wayne's hard work and dedication to Provo City.
  Because of his great leadership skills, Wayne was awarded the 2020 
Award for Career Excellence from the International City/County 
Management Association. This award was a recognition of Wayne's impact 
on the quality of life in Provo.
  I hope that his retirement brings joy and happiness. Those of us that 
call Provo home will never forget all he has done for us as a city. I 
know I will never forget all he has done for me.

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