[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5709]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING LULA TAYLOR, TONY TERESI AND JANE FAGERSTROM

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 6, 2006

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Lula Taylor, Tony 
Teresi and Jane Fagerstrom for their nearly 50 years of combined 
service in the Chautauqua County Legislature.
  Lula Taylor is the first woman of color to be elected to a county 
leadership position. She was the district eleven representative for 13 
years. Within the legislature and in the community Lula could always be 
found sitting on or serving as the chair of many committees. As a 
result of her positive attitude and desire to better her community, 
Lula had broken down so many barriers. It is truly remarkable what one 
woman can accomplish a positive outlook and a hardworking spirit. I 
commend Lula for her numerous years of hard work, dedication, service, 
leadership, and for her love of the people of Chautauqua County.
  Tony Teresi has been a staple in the County Legislature for 16 years 
as a representative of district thirteen. Mr. Teresi has served as the 
chair and an active member of many committees within the legislature. 
Tony brought something to the legislature that is hard to replace. That 
being his level head, ability to reason, honor, strong work ethic and 
never ending dedication. He truly knows the meaning of leadership and 
cooperation. Throughout his tenure in the legislature he worked hard to 
accomplish the plan to share services with other municipalities. His 
legacy no doubt will remain in the legislature for many years to come.
  Jane Fagerstrom was the first and only female chair of the Chautauqua 
County Legislature. That alone speaks volumes for her strong work ethic 
and desire to better her community. Jane has been involved with county 
government since 1972 but served in the Legislature for 12 years. She 
served on and was the chair of many committees within the legislature. 
I commend Jane for her lifetime devoted to public service. She has 
truly demonstrated a love and devotion to her community.
  Lula, Tony and Jane have all shown great dedication and excellence in 
their work and to their community, that is why, Mr. Speaker, I rise to 
honor them today.

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