[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 112 (Monday, July 8, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E697]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                      HONORING STELLA WHITNEY-WEST

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                            HON. ILHAN OMAR

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, July 8, 2024

  Ms. OMAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the remarkable 
career and leadership of Stella Whitney-West, who is retiring after 17 
years as Chief Executive Officer of NorthPoint Health and Wellness 
Center in Minneapolis.
  NorthPoint, one of my district's Federally Qualified Health Centers, 
serves thousands of my constituents every year, Federally Qualified 
Health Centers make up the fabric of our country's health safety net--
and Ms. Whitney-West's leadership has been instrumental in making 
NorthPoint a shining example of the FQHC model. In fact, it should be 
noted that NorthPoint was the first FQHC to be designated as a Health 
Care Home by the Minnesota Department of Public Health. Ms. Whitney-
West began her career at NorthPoint as Chief Operating Officer in 2004. 
When she became the Chief Executive Officer in 2007, she led NorthPoint 
through a transitional time of several renovations and expansions to 
better serve our community. Throughout Ms. Whitney-West's tenure, she 
and her staff have prioritized fostering partnerships with other 
organizations throughout the city to expand their reach of care. 
NorthPoint's role in serving our community during the COVID-19 pandemic 
is immeasurable. Under Ms. Whitney-West's steadfast leadership, 
NorthPoint was a cornerstone of health and wellness for those who 
needed it most; not only by providing critical care and information, 
but also access to countless other resources like food and housing 
support. The positive impact that NorthPoint has on my district cannot 
be overstated, and it is thanks in large part to Stella Whitney-West's 
incredible leadership.
  Ms. Whitney-West has spent the last 20 years at NorthPoint deeply 
committed to improving the lives of those in and around Minneapolis. 
She has also served on the boards of Minnesota Association of Community 
Health Centers, and the African American Leadership Forum. While Ms. 
Whitney-West will be truly missed at NorthPoint, I am sure that the 
strong foundation she built will ensure NorthPoint's long-term success 
and positive role in our community for generations to come. Ms. 
Whitney-West's leadership and dedication to public health is 
invaluable--her life's work serving others has made Minneapolis a 
healthier, more equitable place for all.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my great privilege to honor and thank Stella 
Whitney-West for her distinguished career and faithful service to our 
community.

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