[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 19]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 25419]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING JAMES L. McMURRAY FOR HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE 
                            OF CLEARLAKE, CA

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 19, 2004

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
James L. McMurray, who is retiring from the City Council of Clearlake, 
California. James's outstanding contributions and dedication to our 
community are truly appreciated.
  James has dedicated 8 years of his life to service on the City 
Council and has served two consecutive 4-year terms beginning in 1996. 
He has had the privilege of serving as Mayor for three terms and as 
Vice Mayor for two terms.
  James has made many contributions to the community through his 
service on the City Council. He has strengthened the City's finances 
and he has put an end to the ongoing usage of dangerous buildings all 
over the city. His most passionate issue was Measure P, which ensured 
the repair of many California schools in need. These outstanding 
accomplishments are just a few of his many achievements.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, James L. McMurray set the standard of 
hard work that should be followed in all communities. His commitment to 
our community has been shown time and time again. For these reasons and 
countless others, it is most appropriate that we honor him at the time 
of his retirement and extend our best wishes to him.

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