[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 190 (Wednesday, November 15, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1108-E1109]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING LINDA KAY MITROVICH

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                            HON. JUAN VARGAS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 15, 2023

  Mr. VARGAS. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to honor Linda Kay Mitrovich, 
a beloved friend, leader and mentor.
  Linda was born on May 18, 1947, in Whittier. California. She was a 
dedicated public servant. She served on the Poway City Council and was 
Deputy Mayor from 1986 through 1990.
  She committed her life to the betterment of others and took on many 
important causes, including environmental protection and Native 
American sovereignty.
  She played a significant role in creating the first Wildlife Corridor 
in California. the Coal Canyon Wildlife Reserve, which supported the 
ecological well-being of over twenty-two million people in Southern 
California. Linda also created the first national conference on Native 
American Sovereignty in 2000.
  The California State Legislature also recognized her accomplishments 
by naming her Woman of the Year in 1988 and 1991.
  Linda's legacy is remembered through her husband and five children, 
and her memory is cherished by those fortunate enough to have met her.

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