[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 21 (Friday, January 31, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E81]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING EULESS CITY MANAGER LORETTA GETCHELL

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 31, 2025

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor retiring Euless 
City Manager Loretta Getchell for her exceptional 28 years of service 
to North Texas.
  Loretta graduated from the University of North Alabama with a 
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration later becoming a Certified 
Public Accountant and a Certified Government Finance Officer. She began 
her career with the City of Euless in 1997 as the Director of Finance. 
She quickly moved through the ranks, becoming Assistant City Manager in 
2004 and Deputy City Manager in 2007. As a result of her leadership, 
she was promoted to her current role of City Manager in 2015. While 
serving in this position, Loretta has been an integral force in the 
development and success of the Euless community. Her leadership has 
helped shape city policies, strengthen financial sustainability, and 
improve municipal services. Her commitment to excellence has earned her 
numerous accolades, including the 2024 Linda Keithley Award for Women 
in Public Management and the 2017 David Hofer Servant Leadership Award.
  Beyond her professional achievements, Loretta has remained engaged in 
professional organizations, contributing her expertise to the 
Government Finance Officers Association of Texas, the Texas Society of 
CPAs, the American Institute of CPAs, the Texas City Manager's 
Association, and the North Texas City Managers Association. Her 
dedication to mentorship and professional development has left a 
lasting impact on the public administration field.
  I thank Loretta for her service to the City of Euless, and 
congratulate her on her well-earned retirement.