[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 201 (Wednesday, December 6, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1178]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING CYNTHIA MURRAY

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                           HON. JARED HUFFMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 6, 2023

  Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today along with my colleague, 
Congressman Mike Thompson, to recognize the outstanding tenure of 
Cynthia Murray as President and CEO of North Bay Leadership Council 
(NBLC).
  Born in New York, Cynthia grew up in New Jersey where she earned a BA 
in History from Rutgers University. After relocating to Marin County, 
California in 1978, Cynthia began her substantial and impactful career 
in public service, community advocacy, and professional leadership in 
the North Bay.
  Over a span of 15 years, Cynthia honorably served the people of Marin 
County as Novato City Council Member, including one term as mayor, and 
Marin County Supervisor. Known for her passion and fortitude, Cynthia 
played a pivotal role in creating greater transparency and 
accessibility to local government, advancing public health services, 
and bolstering countrywide emergency response initiatives.
  As President and CEO of North Bay Leadership Council, Cynthia 
successfully shaped NBLC into an influential advocacy organization to 
address the issues impacting employers and their employees in the North 
Bay. Under her direction, NBLC became an effective champion for public 
policy issues including comprehensive quality education from preschool 
to higher education, workforce development, public transportation, 
affordable housing, and workforce retention. Known for her ability to 
foster collaboration and promote equity, Cynthia successfully brought 
together stakeholders from the public, non-profit, education, and 
private sector to address and solve challenges in the North Bay. Her 
leadership has been vital to the region's advancements in economic 
development and prosperity, as well as environmental sustainability.
  Outside of her many professional accomplishments, Cynthia's volunteer 
work is far-reaching, and she never shies away from thorny issues. She 
serves on many boards including the Bay Area Council Economic 
Institute, First 5 Sonoma County Commission, Sonoma County Health 
Action Council, Marin Schools to Careers Partnership, and the 
Metropolitan Transportation Commission's Policy Advisory Council. She 
also is chair of the Marin County Housing Crisis Action Group.
  Cynthia has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to education and 
mentorship to future generation of leaders by serving as an adjunct 
professor at Dominican University and Sonoma State University. As a 
fearless advocate for labor and education, Cynthia has been awarded 
numerous accolades in recognition of her achievements, including the 
2010 Women in Business award by the North Bay Business Journal, and the 
2017 Champion for Children award by the North Bay Children's Center, 
among others.
  Mr. Speaker, the indelible positive contributions of Cynthia Murray 
cannot be overstated. With an outstanding record of public service 
spanning over three decades, Cynthia has consistently demonstrated an 
unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of the residents and 
employees of the North Bay. Therefore, it is fitting that we honor her 
legacy of accomplishments which will benefit the region for generations 
to come.

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