[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 17580]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



 A TRIBUTE TO MR. JASPER WELCH OF DURANGO, CO, FOR HIS DEDICATION AND 
                               LEADERSHIP

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 21, 1999

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
honor Mr. Jasper Welch of Durango, CO. Because of his community 
involvement and service, and dedication to leadership Mr. Welch is 
quite deserving of recognition and praise. He is an outstanding citizen 
and I greatly appreciate his hard work and the example he sets.
  Mr. Welch received a bachelor of science degree in 1975 from the 
University of Colorado where he graduated with distinction. He is a 
certified trainer and consultant for the Professional Dynametric 
Programs, a Certified Elected Official by the Colorado Municipal 
League, and a certified facilitator and trainer for the Zenger-Miller 
training systems.
  Mr. Japser Welch is a distinguished member of the Durango community, 
dedicating time and energy to various pursuits and causes. Serving as 
the cochair of Leadership La Plata from 1988 until 1998, Mr. Welch has 
encouraged the development of leadership skills of Durango's youth. He 
has found time to serve as chairman of the Transportation Board, as 
member of the board of directors for the Hundred Club of Durango, as 
mayor of Durango, and has held various other service and leadership 
role.
  Jasper Welch has committed great time and energy to the betterment of 
Durango and those around him. I am grateful to him for his hard work 
and for the example he has set. For his strong work ethic, 
perseverance, and continued leadership, I commend him and pay tribute 
to this remarkable man. I hope that he will continue in his noble 
pursuits to educate, inspire, and serve others.

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