[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 18741-18742]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING BARBARA ACOSTA

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 17, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress and 
this nation today to pay tribute to a selfless community servant and 
dedicated businesswoman from my district, Barbara Acosta of Durango, 
Colorado. An active member of the Durango community, Barbara is this 
year's recipient of the 2002 Athena Award, presented by the Durango 
Area Chamber Resort Association. I would like to join with the Durango 
community in honoring Barbara's commitment and recognizing this 
distinct honor.
  The Athena Award is a unique tribute, honoring women who demonstrate 
excellence and creativity in business, while providing selfless service 
to the community. Barbara is a deserving recipient, as her business 
skills and community service are known throughout Durango. She opened 
her first business, the General Hair Store, in 1982, and has since 
added a hair salon, day spa services, and beauty school. Her hard work 
and dedication to her business has indeed made Barbara a respected 
member of the Durango business community.
  Barbara is also known for her dedication to community service. 
Barbara has been active in a number of committees and organizations, 
such as Habitat for Humanity, the Durango Art Center, and the 
Volunteers of America. Barbara has also been an active fundraiser for a 
variety of non-profit organizations. Barbara has consistently been at 
the forefront of community service projects, always sacrificing her 
time to improve the Durango area.
  Mr. Speaker, I join with my colleagues here today in applauding 
Barbara's civic-mindedness and in recognizing this prestigious honor. 
This recognition to Barbara for the work she does in her community is 
long overdue, and I am proud to bring her achievements to the attention 
of this body of Congress today. Congratulations and thanks again, 
Barbara, for your many years of hard work on behalf of Durango. May you 
have many more to come!

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