[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 1651]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


                         SUZANNE BENTON TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 15, 2014

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Suzanne Benton, Rio 
Grande's County Administrator and the 2013 recipient of the Colorado 
County Administrator of the Year Award.
   Throughout her distinguished 35-year career as the Rio Grande County 
Administrator, Mrs. Benton has proved to be a valuable asset and member 
of her community. In addition to her role as County Administrator, Mrs. 
Benton has served her community in many ways. She has served on the Del 
Norte Bank board, assisted with multiple community projects, served the 
local museum as an interim curator, served on the County Health Pool 
Board in an interim role, and spent nine years on the Colorado County 
Technical Services, Inc.'s County Worker Compensation Board.
   In addition to her community involvement, Mrs. Benton oversees the 
county's budget. For many years as the county's finance director, she 
has managed the budget well despite the numerous challenges that come 
with declining revenue and increased demand. Without a doubt, her hard 
work has made the Rio Grande area better community, and she is greatly 
appreciated.
   Each year, the Association of Colorado County Commissioners receives 
applications from the 64 Counties throughout Colorado to vote on the 
County Administrator who has shown leadership in their county and 
community. Mrs. Benton's dedication, hard work and commitment to her 
community has earned the respect of her peers and makes her a worthy 
candidate to be named Colorado County Administrator of the Year.
   Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Suzanne Benton. She is an 
exceptional, hardworking County Administrator whose work has made Rio 
Grande County a great community, and I thank her for her continued 
public service.

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