[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 114 (Wednesday, July 10, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E711]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING MR. FRANK KIM'S SERVICE TO ORANGE COUNTY AS THE ORANGE 
                               COUNTY CEO

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                          HON. MICHELLE STEEL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 10, 2024

  Mrs. STEEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues to join me 
in recognizing Mr. Frank Kim's service to Orange County, California, as 
the Orange County Chief Executive Officer.
  Mr. Frank Kim has served Orange County for 29 years, including the 
last nine years as the Chief Executive Officer for Orange County. 
During his tenure, he worked with the Board of Supervisors, City 
Councils, and public and private stakeholders to develop leading edge 
mental health care services and create a new model of care for the 
homeless. He managed Orange County's successful emergence from 
bankruptcy, the completion of major public infrastructure projects, 
including 100-year flood protection for the Santa Ana River, and major 
improvements to John Wayne Airport, a new Civic Center, and state-of-
the-art animal shelter. These represent just a small portion of his 
accomplishments. It was an honor to work closely with Frank during my 
two-terms as an Orange County Supervisor, particularly in my two years 
as Chairwoman of the Board in 2017 and 2020. His support and level-
headed management during the COVID-19 pandemic were invaluable to me 
and to the people of Orange County.
  Mr. Kim should be commended for all his hard work throughout his 
career and his dedication to improving the lives of Orange County 
residents.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Mr. Frank Kim for his 
service.

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