[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 64 (Wednesday, April 9, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Page S2510]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                       TRIBUTE TO RICK ZIEGENFUSS

 Mr. SCHMITT. Mr. President, I rise today to honor Rick 
Ziegenfuss of Hollister, MO, for his many years of public service for 
our country and the State of Missouri.
  Rick has always been committed to serving wherever he finds himself. 
That first led him to enlist in the U.S. Army and serve from 1970 to 
1992, where he achieved the rank of lieutenant colonel. After his 
service, he transitioned to working as the president and owner of 
AmeriTrade Corp, an environmental company, until 1994 and then as the 
vice president of operations for Creative Printing & Design Co. until 
2002.
  In 2002, Rick started working for the city of Hollister, MO, as the 
director of economic development and later as city administrator. 
During his tenure as city administrator, Rick has been pivotal to the 
implementation and success of various projects to grow the city and the 
Tri-Lakes Region. Over the past 23 years that Rick has served as city 
administrator, Hollister has developed into a thriving city with 
various scenic outlooks and growing businesses. The partnerships made 
between businesses, residents, and elected officials have multiplied 
the vibrancy of the region. Rick has been an integral part of that 
revitalization, and I am deeply grateful for his tireless efforts on 
behalf of Hollister, MO. During his tenure, Rick surrounded himself 
with other dedicated public servants who brought new ideas and energy 
to every project they undertook. Rick's example of servant leadership 
has paved the way for a smooth transition into the next chapter for 
Hollister.
  I wish Rick and his family all the best as he enjoys a well-earned 
retirement. After a rewarding career, he plans to enjoy the beautiful 
nature of Missouri with his family and embark on multiple fishing 
trips.

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