[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 9]
[House]
[Page 13019]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         RECOGNIZING JULIA LAKE

  (Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
a very valued member of my staff and the staff of my predecessor, 
Congressman Jim Gerlach, as she embarks on a new adventure in the 
private sector.
  Since 2010, Julia Lake has served the constituents of Pennsylvania's 
Sixth Congressional District. By the time I was elected to serve in 
January, I knew well of her reputation as a tireless, impactful, and 
caring worker; and I was very grateful when she decided to continue her 
role in my office.
  It is very common for me to meet constituents across my district and 
hear high praise for her work. Just recently, I received an email from 
Sandra in Glenmoore, who had this to say:

       Julia was very diligent in responding to me. I believe she 
     went above and beyond normal responsibilities to resolve this 
     issue for our family. Thanks to her and your office.

  My predecessor, Congressman Gerlach, had this to say:

       Julia was an extremely hard-working staff member who worked 
     diligently every day to solve constituents' difficult 
     problems with the Federal bureaucracy. Her high level of 
     skill, combined with her warm and cheerful personality, made 
     her an indispensable part of our team.

  Julz, while we are saddened in one respect by your departure, given 
your exemplary and effective constituent service, we deeply appreciate 
your service and are excited that an opportunity arose that will 
benefit you and your two children.
  Best wishes to you.

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