[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 19573]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING MAUI ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, INC., ON BEING AWARDED THE 
   AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE BY THE NATIONAL COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP

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                              HON. ED CASE

                               of hawaii

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 23, 2003

  Mr. CASE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to offer my heartiest congratulations 
to Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. (MEO) on being one of the four 
agencies nationwide to be awarded the ``Award for Excellence in 
Community Action'' by the National Community Action Partnership.
  This prestigious and coveted award is given to Community Action 
Agencies that demonstrate their excellence through many programs that 
improve communities and help people change their lives. I have long 
known that MEO is one of the best Community Action Agencies in the 
nation and this award at long last recognizes this fact. MEO's 
innovative efforts have transformed Maui County residents' lives and 
have had a lasting impact on the entire community.
  I would like to especially recognize MEO's Executive Director, Gladys 
Baisa, for her commitment to excellence and to the people of Maui 
County. This award is indicative of Gladys' leadership and also a 
testament to the staff she has surrounded herself with. I am proud to 
work closely with Gladys and MEO to make Maui County and the State of 
Hawaii a better place.
  Mahalo nui loa to the MEO board and all of its great staff. Keep up 
the good work and always know that it is truly appreciated.

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