[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 22]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 30452]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      PAYING TRIBUTE TO BOB GERLER

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
pay tribute to an extraordinary public servant from Otero County, 
Colorado. Bob Gerler is a compassionate mental health advocate who has 
dedicated his life to improving the quality of care at Southeast Mental 
Health Services. I would like to join my colleagues here today in 
recognizing Bob's contributions to Otero County.
   In recognition of his 24 years of service, Bob has been named the 
Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council's 2003 Outstanding Board Member 
of the Year. Over time, Bob has been instrumental in implementing 
numerous programs for the betterment of patient's lives. His 
dedication, integrity and intelligence have truly made Bob a tremendous 
asset to the board.
   In addition to his service to Southeast Mental Health Services, Bob 
has also served as a County Commissioner, a member of the South Sink 
Water Company Board of Directors, and chairman of Otero Junior College 
Council.
   Mr. Speaker, Bob Gerler is a dedicated community leader who 
willingly devotes his time to improving the lives of those in need. Bob 
has been a reliable and innovative administrator over the course of his 
many years of public service and I am honored to pay tribute to him for 
his many contributions to the Colorado community. Congratulations on a 
well deserved award Bob.

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