[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 188 (Tuesday, November 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1100-E1101]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      HONORING OHIO VETERANS HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE DAVID SCHEFFLER

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                          HON. TROY BALDERSON

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 14, 2023

  Mr. BALDERSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with great pride and 
admiration to celebrate David Scheffler, a member of the Ohio Veterans 
Hall of Fame Class of 2023. This distinct honor recognizes his 
outstanding contributions to his community in the years following his 
military service.
  David's journey of public service began in the U.S. Army during the 
Vietnam Era. Afterwards, he returned home to Lancaster and

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embarked on a career in finance. He passed the CPA examination and 
eventually retired as a highly respected partner at Plante Moran, a 
national certified public accounting and business advisory firm.
  David has long been a pillar of his community. He has served as the 
Mayor of Lancaster since 2017, a position he continues to hold with 
honor. His dedication has extended to various state and local boards 
and committees, including the Ohio Chamber of Commerce, Destination 
Downtown Lancaster, the Ohio Mayor's Alliance, the Mid-Ohio Planning 
Commission, the Ohio Small Business Council, and the Fairfield County 
Airport Authority.
  As Mayor, David has steered Lancaster through challenging times, 
including economic uncertainty arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. His 
decisive leadership was instrumental as he navigated his city through 
financial crises and fostered economic development.
  At the age of 75, David Scheffler's continued dedication and 
contributions to his community inspire us all. I extend my heartfelt 
congratulations to David Scheffler as one of the newest members of the 
Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame, and I thank him for his service to this 
country.

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