[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22985]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 COMMEMORATING THE RETIREMENT OF LAPEER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 
                         CHAIRMAN DAVID TAYLOR

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                         HON. CANDICE S. MILLER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 17, 2010

  Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Madam Speaker, it is my pleasure to 
recognize the dedicated public service of Lapeer County Board of 
Commissioners Chairman David Taylor. On December 31, 2010, David will 
retire after 14 years as a Member of the Board. He has been Chairman 
since 1999, leading Lapeer County for over an entire decade. Despite 
the various challenges and economic difficulties across the State of 
Michigan, Chairman Taylor has remained resilient and has kept the 
county on the right path--always working to serve the best interests of 
the people he has had the privilege to represent.
  David's decision to run for County Commissioner came in 1997. But 
before this, he brought with him a unique background and perspective to 
help in his new role as leader of the Board of Commissioners. Chairman 
Taylor was born in Pontiac; he worked on his family farm in Dryden. 
Later, he was employed for 30 years at the General Motors Pontiac Truck 
Plant. He then moved on to Metamora Township and served as the Zoning 
Administrator and was a delivery man for Champion Bus and Truck.
  During his time as an elected official, Mr. Taylor has filled 
numerous committee spots and other posts to help move Lapeer County 
forward and to create a brighter future for the next generation to 
follow. He has been a shining example of strong leadership and has 
provided solid vision for Lapeer County.
  It has been my privilege to work with him on a vast array of issues 
that are vital to Lapeer County during my role as a federal legislator. 
David has been a tremendous partner, friend and asset to my office. He 
is always looking to improve the quality of life for all residents and 
discovering new ways to make Lapeer County a wonderful place to live, 
raise a family and work.
  I commend Chairman Taylor for all his efforts and personal sacrifice 
during his tenure on the Board. I know David will always have Lapeer 
County's best interests at heart which is evident by his charity work. 
We fully know and understand that we are not doing our job if we do not 
provide a better future for our children . . . and their children. 
David's work with the Shriners International and their Motorcycle Drill 
Team is just one of the many examples of how Mr. Taylor is committed to 
his community and those who will eventually take the reigns as leaders.
  Therefore, Madam Speaker, I want to extend my best wishes to David 
Taylor on this special occasion. He will be severely missed on the 
Board, but his presence will still be felt by those who continue to 
serve. I hope he enjoys doing the things he loves most like spending 
time with his family, hunting, snowmobiling, volunteering and 
traveling. His service to the citizens of Lapeer County, the State of 
Michigan and our Nation is officially recognized and greatly 
appreciated.

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