[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 23959]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS AND SERVICE OF ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO, 
                     COMMISSIONER ELAINE T. VALENTE

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                           HON. BOB BEAUPREZ

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 17, 2004

  Mr. BEAUPREZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to voice my appreciation for 
the many years of dedicated service that Commissioner Elaine T. Valente 
has provided to the residents of Adams County, CO. Her many years of 
service as a County Commissioner have truly made an impact on Adams 
County.
  Commissioner Valente, a Colorado native, served on many boards and 
commissions before running for public office. She was elected to the 
Adams County Board of Commissioners in 1988 and is the first and only 
female commissioner elected during the first 100 years of Adams 
County's existence. Commissioner Valente was re-elected to the board 
for three additional terms.
  Noted for her steel-trap mind, her leadership was instrumental in 
improving the financial stability of the county. Many qualities 
distinguish her service to the county, but in particular her commitment 
to open space and protecting the county's interests are notable. 
Leading by example, she worked tirelessly to improve the reputation and 
credibility of the county.
  Again, Mr. Speaker, I want to thank Elaine for her distinguished 
service on behalf of the citizens of Adams County and wish her all the 
best on her future endeavors.

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