E358 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 18, 2015 IN HONOR OF CHARLENE WHEEL- levels strive to make the most of their edu- ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the ER OF SOUTH BOSTON AND cation and develop a work ethic which will highest distinction of Eagle Scout. BRAINTREE, MASSACHUSETTS guide them for the rest of their lives. f I extend my deepest congratulations to Ayla Schuetz for winning the Arvada Wheat Ridge HONORING THE LIFE AND HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH BRAVERY OF JAMES A. CARTER OF MASSACHUSETTS Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES no doubt she will exhibit the same dedication and character in all of her future accomplish- HON. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 ments. OF MISSOURI Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor of Charlene Wheeler, in recognition of Wednesday, March 18, 2015 her outstanding contributions to the Massa- INTRODUCTION OF FLEXIBILITY FOR WORKING FAMILIES ACT Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to chusetts Bay Transportation Authority and to honor the life and memory of a very special commend her for 32 years of dedicated serv- constituent of mine, James A. Carter. ice to the MBTA and the South Boston com- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY James Carter was born on January 28, munity where Charlene was raised. OF NEW YORK 1921, in Hannibal, Missouri, and passed away The daughter of Robert and Mary McGinn, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on February 22, 2015. natives of South Boston, MA, Charlene was Wednesday, March 18, 2015 On that infamous day in 1941, James was born on May 5th, 1955 in South Boston and stationed at the Pearl Harbor military base in lived all over the neighborhood, from D Street Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. Hawaii as a machinist. As you already know, to Middle Street to Dorchester St. until she Mr. Speaker, across all sectors and industries, on December 7, 1941, the Japanese Imperial moved to Braintree, MA with her family in flexible work arrangements are a key to meet- Navy launched a surprise attack on the U.S. 1991. Charlene attended the John Boyle ing the 21st century’s diverse workforce Naval Fleet stationed in Pearl Harbor. This O’Reilly School, Cardinal Cushing and South needs. Such voluntary arrangements have heinous act by the Japanese Empire struck a Boston High School, graduating in 1973. been shown to boost employee satisfaction massive blow to our armed forces in the Pa- Prior to joining the MBTA, Charlene worked and their physical and mental health as well cific theater of operations, costing the lives of a number of jobs in her South Boston commu- as improve businesses bottom line by helping over 2,400 people. nity including as a counselor with Jobs for to retain key talent, reduce absenteeism, and None could have anticipated the events that Youth. Additionally, Charlene volunteered her enhance employee productivity. occurred that day, but even as fiery death time by teaching Catholic education at St. Flexible workplace policies are a win-win for rained down upon servicemen and civilians Brigid’s School where her children attended. businesses and workers. To help promote alike, the brave men and women of Pearl Har- In her time with the MBTA, Charlene held a these policies, I am introducing the Flexibility bor rose to meet the occasion. On that day, number of positions, starting as Track Walker for Working Families Act. This legislation guar- James himself, caring nothing for his own life and progressing to her final position as Train antees employees the right to request flexible or safety, swam time and time again through Starter for the Red Line. At times, Charlene work arrangements and provides employers the raging inferno of burning oil which was one of the first females to hold positions with flexibility by encouraging them to review blanketed the surface of the harbor, dragging of authority at the ‘‘T’’ and always did so with these requests, propose changes, and even many back to safety on the shore. James the mindset of professionalism and equality. deny them if they are not in the best interest sought no recognition for his actions that day, She took pride in each position she held at the of the business. Such voluntary arrangements and never spoke of his valiant actions upon MBTA and made endless contributions to the between employees and employers include returning to civilian life. Authority. changing the time, amount, and/or place that I raise my voice today to honor, in memo- Mr. Speaker, Charlene is known for her car- work is conducted. rial, the life of a brave and humble man. I am ing heart, outgoing personality, and her dedi- It is time for our country’s workplace policies deeply honored to recognize James Carter cation to family, friends and her work. to reflect the reality of a 21st century econ- and his service to our nation. May his life be Charlene has had the good fortune to be mar- omy—where both parents are working and an example to us all. ried to her high school sweetheart, Chuckie overtime is expected. I urge my colleagues to f Wheeler for 35 years. They are the proud par- support the Flexibility for Working Families ents of three children and three grandchildren, Act, and I thank Sen. BOB CASEY for his work PERSONAL EXPLANATION with a fourth on the way. on this important legislation. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct honor to take f HON. XAVIER BECERRA the floor of the House today to join with OF CALIFORNIA HONORING DANIEL GARNETT Charlene Wheeler’s family, friends, and con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SHAY temporaries to thank her for 32 years of re- Wednesday, March 18, 2015 markable service to the Massachusetts Bay HON. Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoid- Transportation Authority and the communities ably detained and missed roll call votes 113, OF MISSOURI of South Boston and Braintree in which she 114, and 115. If present, I would have voted IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lived and worked. ‘‘yea’’ on roll call vote 113, ‘‘yea’’ on roll call f Wednesday, March 18, 2015 vote 114, and ‘‘yea’’ on roll call vote 115. AYLA SCHUETZ Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I f proudly pause to recognize Daniel Garnett ROBERT CHRYSAFIS HON. ED PERLMUTTER Shay. Daniel is a very special young man who OF has exemplified the finest qualities of citizen- ship and leadership by taking an active part in HON. ED PERLMUTTER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF COLORADO the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 264, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, March 18, 2015 earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Scout. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 today to recognize and applaud Ayla Schuetz Daniel has been very active with his troop, Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service participating in many scout activities. Over the today to recognize and applaud Robert Ambassadors for Youth award. Ayla Schuetz many years Daniel has been involved with Chrysafis for receiving the Arvada Wheat is a 12th grader at Standley Lake High School scouting, he has not only earned numerous Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. and received this award because her deter- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- Robert Chrysafis is a 12th grader at Arvada mination and hard work have allowed her to ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Dan- High School and received this award because overcome adversities. iel has contributed to his community through his determination and hard work have allowed The dedication demonstrated by Ayla his Eagle Scout project. him to overcome adversities. Schuetz is exemplary of the type of achieve- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in The dedication demonstrated by Robert ment that can be attained with hard work and commending Daniel Garnett Shay for his ac- Chrysafis is exemplary of the type of achieve- perseverance. It is essential students at all complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- ment that can be attained with hard work and

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:17 Mar 19, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18MR8.008 E18MRPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS March 18, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E359 perseverance. It is essential students at all role model for women in corporate America, versity Law Alumni. At the University of Dela- levels strive to make the most of their edu- who is retiring after a remarkable career at ware, the John L. Weinberg Center and Cor- cation and develop a work ethic which will Chevron Corporation that spanned four dec- porate Governance is lucky to have her on the guide them for the rest of their lives. ades. For the last 20 years, Lydia served as advisory board. I extend my deepest congratulations to Rob- the Corporate Secretary and Chief Govern- In her retirement, she will undoubtedly enjoy ert Chrysafis for winning the Arvada Wheat ance Officer. In addition, she served as the more time with her husband Charles Doyle Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. secretary of the board, the Executive Com- and their three children Bion, Jason and Lou- I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- mittee and the Board Nominating and Govern- ise. cation and character in all of his future accom- ance Committee. Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- plishments. Lydia’s history with Chevron dates back to atives to rise with me to honor an amazing f 1977 when she originally joined as a contract woman whom Chevron named its first woman attorney. She then worked as a legislative rep- officer, whom the San Francisco Business CELEBRATING CARLOS resentative in Washington, D.C. from 1981– Times named one of the most influential busi- VILLARREAL 1985, and a senior management and tax nesswomen in the Bay Area for eight con- counsel in the tax department from 1985– secutive years, and whom I feel humbled to HON. 1995. count as a dear friend and irreplaceable ad- OF TEXAS Lydia’s competent, calm and clear advice viser. Lydia Beebe is a role model for women IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has earned her the trust and admiration of the and men everywhere. I am honored to con- Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Board of Directors senior management at gratulate her on her retirement from Chevron Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Chevron. Her leadership style has also earned on the eve of the 26th PBWC conference. celebrate a noteworthy American: Carlos her my trust and admiration. I had the great f privilege of working with Lydia Beebe on the Villarreal. From April of 2007 until 2014, Mr. RECOGNIZING LANCASTER HIGH Villarreal served as City Manager of Laredo, Board of Directors of PBWC, the Professional Business Women of California, an organiza- SCHOOL, TEXAS’S 2015 CLASS 5A Texas. In his own words, he worked diligently STATE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS to ‘‘shape the growth and prosperity of [his] tion I founded 26 years ago to give women a community.’’ platform to connect and help each other grow Carlos Villarreal graduated from Texas A&M and thrive. Lydia helped guide PBWC from HON. University with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Ad- 1998–2003, the last two years as chair of the OF TEXAS ministration. He began his career in public board. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES For Lydia, no problem is ever life-threat- service with the City of Laredo, serving as the Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Director of Community Development. During ening and there is always a Plan B. Her con- tributions to PBWC were and remain invalu- Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. his time in this role, he became the depart- Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to honor the Lan- ment’s chief planner and director for the re- able to the organization and in 1996 she de- servedly was awarded the ‘‘Breakthrough caster High School Tigers for winning the newal of urban housing programs, working State of Texas title in the class 5A State Bas- tirelessly to ensure affordable housing for low- Award.’’ As you can surmise from Lydia’s achieve- ketball Championship on Saturday, March 14, income Laredoans. Mr. Villarreal then served ments in the corporate world, she is a trail- 2015. On behalf of all the proud residents of as the Assistant City Manager for ten years blazer who simply ignored the glass ceiling the 30th Congressional District of Texas, I and went on to become the Executive Admin- and burst through it. Her impact reaches far stand with great pride to salute the Tigers for istrator for Webb County, where he oversaw beyond one company. She is a frequent their unmatched athleticism, dedication, perse- the administration and management of all speaker and panelist addressing corporate verance and teamwork. This victory is historic. county departments and worked with county governance topics. She has also been very The 2015 State Championship Team is the officials to improve county services. For the active with the Society of Corporate Secre- 100th basketball team in Lancaster I.S.D.’s past eight years, Mr. Villarreal has served as taries and Governance Professionals. history, and they are the first team to ever the City Manager of Laredo. Lydia Beebe is a native of Kansas and bring home this title to the great City of Lan- With his experience in government spanning earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism in caster. over thirty-five years, Mr. Villarreal success- 1974 and her Juris Doctor degree in 1977 The Lancaster Tigers worked hard through- fully procured two presidential permits for the from the University of Kansas. She moved to out the season in preparation for the challenge Colombia Solidarity Bridge and World Trade California and received her master’s degree in that awaited them in San Antonio, Texas. The Bridge, both of which allowed Laredo’s port to taxation from Golden Gate University in 1980. Tigers entered the 2015 State Tournament on become the country’s number one land port We in California are extraordinarily fortunate a remarkable 27 game winning streak. After a for commercial trade. He has also maintained that she relocated from the Midwest. Her intel- hard fought battle with the Clifton J. Ozen a valuable working relationship with the Mexi- ligence, resolve and philanthropy have bene- Panthers of Beaumont, Texas, the Tigers can government at the local, state, and federal fited many organizations and countless individ- emerged victorious. The team was led by Sen- levels. uals. Lydia serves on the National Association ior Forward, Elijah Thomas, a Top 20 pick, Mr. Villarreal has also served as Past Presi- of Corporate Directors of Northern California, who contributed seventeen points to the dent of LULAC Council #12. He is the recipi- the San Francisco Symphony, and the advi- team’s winning score of 59–47. ent of various awards such as the Republic of sory board of the Arthur and Toni Rembe The talented young men who make up Lan- Mexico-Jose Lopez Portillo Presidential Medal Rock Center for Corporate Governance at caster’s remarkable team have assembled a for Outstanding Service, the Sportsman of the Stanford. Lydia was appointed to the Board of fine record ending the season with 33 wins Year by the Latin American International Directors of the Presidio Trust in 2003 by and only 4 losses. Members of the team in- Sports Hall of Fame, and the Tejano Achiev- President George W. Bush and served until clude: Junior Power Forward, Nate Morris; ers Award for Community Service. Senior Point Guard, Antwoin Portley; Junior Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have the op- 2008. In 1991, she was appointed by Gov- Shooting Guard and Forward, JaColby Pem- portunity to recognize Carlos Villarreal for his ernor Pete Wilson to the California Fair Em- berton; and Junior Guard, Deon Barrett. outstanding service to the City of Laredo and ployment and Housing Commission where she This accomplishment is a testament to the its people. served for eight years, from 1995–1999 as chair. inspirational leadership of Head Coach, Ferrin f As a Golden Gate University graduate, she Douglas and his Varsity Assistant coach, Mr. IN RECOGNITION OF LYDIA I. served as board secretary and member of the Joseph Mayberry. Coach Douglas has built an BEEBE executive committee and received the 2004 impressive basketball program at Lancaster Alumna of the Year award. She was also a High School during his 9 year tenure. ‘‘Coach HON. member of the San Francisco Municipal Fiscal Doug,’’ as he is affectionately called, provides OF CALIFORNIA Advisory Committee to the mayor for more guidance that his players describe as crucial IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than 10 years. in helping them realize their potential both on But Lydia, with her inexhaustible energy, and off the court. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 didn’t abandon her roots; she also serves on On behalf of the 30th District of Texas, I ask Ms. SPEIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the governing boards of the Kansas University my colleagues to join me in celebrating the ac- Lydia I. Beebe, a leader in the Bay Area and Endowment Association and the Kansas Uni- complishments of the Lancaster High School

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