July 23, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1905 wishes to you and your family in these difficult the legal name and address of the receiving H.R. 3288, Capital Improvement Grants, the times. I hope you will never hesitate to call on entity is the City of Fort Worth, Texas, 1000 legal name and address of the receiving entity me or my staff if we may be of service in the Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102. is Fort Worth Transportation Authority, 1600 E. future. The City of Fort Worth, Texas, will use this Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76102. The f funding for the design, engineering and con- Fort Worth Transportation Authority has devel- struction of SH 199 (Henderson Street) oped plans for a rail line across Tarrant Coun- TRIBUTE TO BRIAN AND CONNIE through the Trinity Uptown area of the Trinity ty. This project is a 37-mile commuter rail VERMEULEN River Vision. The aging levee system is no project linking Southwest Fort Worth with longer adequate to provide protection for an downtown (with interface to existing Trinity HON. KEN CALVERT area adjacent to downtown Fort Worth that is Rail Express), northeast Tarrant County, and OF CALIFORNIA undergoing revitalization. The U.S. Army D/FW International Airport. This project would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Corps of Engineers recommends in the final create a western light rail loop into the Environmental Impact Statement an inte- Thursday, July 23, 2009 metroplex’s major airport, and complement an grated, comprehensive solution for flood con- eastern rail loop being developed by DART. Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, I rise today trol in this area to include transportation, envi- The draft environmental impact statement was to honor and pay tribute to a couple from my ronmental restoration and community redevel- recently completed, and it is in the engineering congressional district who have spent their opment components in constructing a 1.5 mile level range. The local and state match is 50 lives giving back to their community in Orange flood-control bypass channel. Local cost share percent through the T’s dedicated sales tax County, California. Brian and Connie is $23.5 million. funds as well as other municipal sales tax Vermeulen are dedicated public servants, fully For the project titled ‘‘Alliance Airport Run- funds. Federal CMAQ funds have also been committed to improving the quality of life in the way Extension Program, TX,’’ which received used for a portion of this project. City of San Juan Capistrano for both neigh- $750,000 in H.R. 3288, Airport Improvement For the project titled ‘‘Trinity River Vision bors and visitors. I was happy to learn that Program, the legal name and address of the Land Acquisition,’’ which received $500,000 in their selfless commitment to the values, ideals receiving entity is Alliance Air Services, City of H.R. 3288, Economic Development Initiative, and traditions that this country was founded Fort Worth, TX, 2221 Alliance Boulevard, the legal name and address of the receiving upon has earned them recognition from the Suite 100, Fort Worth, TX 76177. Funds will entity is the City of Fort Worth, Texas, 1000 San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce be used to extend the existing main runway. Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102. as Man and Woman of the Year. The extension project includes lengthening the The aging levee system is no longer adequate Brian and Connie both moved with their runway by 1,400 feet to 11,000 feet and in- to provide protection for an area adjacent to families to the Capistrano Valley in the early cludes extension of taxiways, relocation of FM downtown Fort Worth that is undergoing revi- 1960s. They also both attended the parish Road 156, relocation of BNSF main line, and talization. The Army Corps of Engineers rec- grammar school and have remained members extension of Eagle Parkway, at a total cost of ommends in the final Environmental Impact of the San Juan Mission parish ever since. $212 million. Local match is $50 to $60 mil- Statement an integrated, comprehensive solu- Over the years, while busy running a business lion. tion for flood control in this area to include and raising children and grandchildren, they For the project titled ‘‘CNG Bus Replace- transportation, environmental restoration and have never missed an opportunity to get in- ment,’’ The Fort Worth Transportation Author- community redevelopment components in con- volved with the community. ity, Fort Worth, TX, which received $750,000 structing a 1.5 mile flood-control bypass chan- Together, Brian and Connie have become in H.R. 3288, Buses and Bus Facilities, the nel. These funds will be used for property ac- champions for a number of cherished local or- legal name and address of the receiving entity quisition for land that will be needed to con- ganizations, such as the Boys and Girls Club is the Fort Worth Transportation Authority, struct the bypass channel and bridges over and the Fiesta Association. They have logged 1600 E. Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth, TX the Trinity River. Local cost share is $15 mil- countless hours as yearly volunteers for the 76102. These funds will continue the replace- lion. San Juan Historical Society and the ment of the T’s aging bus fleet and pay for the f Capistrano 4–H Rangers. Aside from their joint cost of replacing buses. When the total project ventures, the Vermeulens also pursue their is completed, the fleet will be 100 percent HONORING THE ACCOMPLISH- passions individually. Brian volunteers his time wheel chair accessible and complete with se- MENTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF and talent as a Little League Coach and curity cameras for driver and passenger safe- COMMANDER MARK MESERVEY Connie is involved with religious education ty. Local cost match is 20 percent. OF THE UNITED STATES COAST programs at the Mission parish. For the project titled ‘‘Interstate-20 Inter- GUARD The Vermeulens are the kind of citizens that changes, Parker County, TX,’’ which received this country can be proud of; humble and $500,000 in H.R. 3288, Interstate Maintenance HON. RICK LARSEN hardworking, they truly represent the heart of Discretionary, the legal name and address of OF WASHINGTON America. I want to thank Brian and Connie the receiving entity is Parker County, TX, One IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Vermeulen not just for their tremendous sac- Courthouse Square, Weatherford, TX 76086. Thursday, July 23, 2009 rifice and remarkable accomplishment, but for Parker County, TX, approved an $80 million providing us all with a glowing example of transportation bond program that would im- Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Madam Speak- what it means to be an American. prove its roadway systems, decrease conges- er, I rise today to recognize and honor the ac- f tion and provide additional capacity for the complishments and contributions of Com- heavy truck traffic. This project would upgrade mander Mark Meservey of the United States EARMARK DECLARATION two IH–20 interchanges: the Western Loop Coast Guard for his professional and credible and the FM 1187 interchanges. The amount service to the United States Congress. HON. KAY GRANGER requested will be utilized for environmental A native of Chatham, Massachusetts, Com- OF TEXAS studies involved with the planning and design, mander Meservey has served as Director of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES engineering design, surveys, geotechnical the Coast Guard’s House of Representatives studies for the bridge structure, and right-of- Liaison Office with distinction since July 2006. Thursday, July 23, 2009 way acquisition for the two IH–20 interchanges In this capacity, he worked directly with Mem- Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, pursuant at FM 1187 and at the Western Loop. This ber offices resolving hundreds of constituent to the Republican Leadership standards on bond program was approved in November issues as well as with the Coast Guard’s ap- earmarks, I, KAY GRANGER, submit the fol- 2008 with a 64 percent approval. In the lead propriations and authorizing committees to en- lowing information regarding earmarks I re- up to the vote, Parker County created a public sure the Service received the necessary re- ceived as part of H.R. 3288, the Department website on the package, held at least 12 pub- sources and legislative authorities to effec- of Transportation, Housing and Urban Devel- lic outreach meetings. Parker County is work- tively execute its eleven congressionally-man- opment and Related Agencies Appropriations ing with the Federal Highway Administration, dated missions. CDR Meservey’s precise at- Act of Fiscal Year 2010. TXDOT and the local regional transportation tention to detail, tested operational experience For the project titled ‘‘Henderson Street council. as a military aviator, and selfless dedication to Bridge Construction at the Trinity River, City of For the project titled ‘‘Fort Worth Transpor- the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. House of Rep- Fort Worth, TX,’’ which received $1.35 million tation Authority Southwest-to-Northeast Rail resentatives made him an invaluable asset to in H.R. 3288, Surface Transportation Priorities, Corridor, TX,’’ which received $4 million in both Members and Staff. I personally came to

VerDate Nov 24 2008 07:06 Jul 24, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23JY8.004 E23JYPT1 wwoods2 on DSK1DXX6B1PROD with REMARKS E1906 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 23, 2009 rely on his professionalism and responsive- He’s recently completed the Massachusetts Description of Request: Provide an earmark ness. Institute of Technology’s prestigious Seminar of $500,000 for bus purchases, facility renova- Upon graduation from Chatham High School XXI, a year-long Washington, DC-based pro- tions, and planning studies. The purpose of in Massachusetts, Commander Meservey at- gram in foreign politics and international rela- this project is to continue to provide citizens of tended Norwich University as an Army Re- tions. the greater Lansing area with jobs, a vital con- serve Officer Training Corps scholar, grad- Commander Meservey has earned numer- nection to employers, safe equipment for uating magna cum laude and with a commis- ous military decorations thus far in his twenty- transportation, and planning studies that may sion as an Army Aviation officer in 1985. He four years of active duty service, including lead to future advanced public transportation completed flight training at Fort Rucker, AL in Naval and Army Aviator Wings, the two Meri- projects. 80 percent of the funds will be used 1986 and served as a Black Hawk helicopter torious Service Medals, three Coast Guard to replace old, less-efficient busses with buses pilot through the last days of the Cold War in Commendation Medals, two Army Commenda- that offer greater fuel efficiency, lower cost of Cyprus and Germany. Assignments included tion Medals, two Coast Guard Achievement maintenance, and omit fewer emissions and serving as a Flight Platoon Leader, aviation Medals, the Army Achievement Medal, the 20 percent of the funds will be used to con- Company Executive Officer, and United States Commandant’s Letter of Commendation, and duct a study to find more efficient, improved Embassy Liaison Officer to a classified State a variety of other personal, team and unit public transportation alternatives. Department mission. While in Europe, he de- commendations. Requesting Member: Congressman MIKE ployed to Ethiopia to participate in an inter- This week, Commander Meservey will leave ROGERS (MI–08) nationally sensitive search and rescue oper- his post on the Hill to assume a newly created ation for the late Congressman Mickey Leland position as liaison to the Federal Aviation Ad- Bill Number: H.R. 3288 and planned Return of Forces to Germany ministration’s Unmanned Aircraft Program Of- Account: Economic Development Initiatives 1990 for an aviation battalion. For his efforts fice where he will serve as the Coast Guard’s (EDI) working with the U.S. Air Force in Ethiopia, he voice on all matters relating to unmanned aer- was personally decorated by the Army’s Chief Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Cleary ial systems in particular and aviation in gen- University—Livingston Campus of Staff, General Carl Vuono. Upon his return eral. to the United States, he graduated from the I am honored to pay tribute to Commander Address of Requesting Entity: Cleary Uni- U.S. Army’s Aviation Officer Advanced Course Meservey in the United States Congress, and versity, 3750 Cleary Drive, Howell, Michigan, as an Honor Graduate. on behalf of the Representatives and staff who USA In 1990, Commander Meservey accepted a have been fortunate enough to work with him Description of Request: Provide an earmark direct commission in the U.S. Coast Guard as over the past three years. I wish him, his wife of $250,000 to renovate the Livingston Cam- a Lieutenant Junior Grade and initially served Kathleen, and his three children, Nicole, pus Community Center. This facility is used by at Air Station Clearwater, FL as an HH–3F Maura and Seth, the best in their future en- the community service agencies, local school and HH–60J search and rescue pilot and flew deavors. districts, and government agencies providing in support of Operation Bahamas and Turks services to low and moderate income individ- and Caicos, working closely with the Drug En- f uals. 80 percent of these funds will be used forcement Administration, the Department of EARMARK DECLARATION for necessary renovations and upgrades, and Defense, and the Commonwealth of the Baha- 20 percent will be used to enhance energy ef- mas Drug Enforcement Unit to stem the flow HON. MIKE ROGERS ficiency. of illegal drugs entering the United States OF MICHIGAN through the Caribbean. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In 1994, he transferred to Air Station Cape f Cod and served as an HH–60J Instructor Pilot Thursday, July 23, 2009 EARMARK DECLARATION and Flight Examiner. While serving as the Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Madam Speaker, unit’s Public Affairs officer, he earned back-to- pursuant to the House Republican standards back CDR Jim Simpson awards for excellence on earmarks, I am submitting the following in- HON. THOMAS J. ROONEY in media relations. He participated in numer- formation regarding earmarks I received as ous hazardous weather search and rescue op- part of H.R. 3288, the Transportation, Housing OF FLORIDA erations and planned and provided air security and Urban Development and Related Agen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for Constitution Sail 200, the USS CONSTITU- cies Appropriations Act of 2010. TION’s first sail alone in over 116 years. Requesting Member: Congressman MIKE Thursday, July 23, 2009 In 1998, he attended Syracuse University’s ROGERS (MI–08) Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Af- Bill Number: H.R. 3288 Mr. ROONEY. Madam Speaker, pursuant to fairs as a full graduate scholar, earning a Mas- Account: Interstate Maintenance Discre- the Republican Leadership standards on ear- ter of Public Administration degree. Following tionary marks, I am submitting the following informa- graduate school, Commander Meservey com- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of tion regarding earmarks I received as part of pleted a two-year assignment with the U.S. Howell H.R. 3288—Transportation, Housing and Department of Transportation in Washington, Address of Requesting Entity: Michigan De- Urban Development, and Related Agencies DC in the Office of the Secretary of Transpor- partment of Transportation, 425 West Ottawa Appropriations Act, 2010. tation as the lead budget analyst for the Fed- Street, Lansing, Michigan, USA One request was funded in this bill and is a eral Transit Administration (FTA) responsible Description of Request: Provide an earmark previously Congressionally authorized project. for developing and justifying FTA’s multi-billion of $500,000 to purchase the right of ways nec- $800,000: State Road (SR) 80, Hendry dollar budgets to the President’s Office of essary to complete the construction of an County, Florida. The entity to receive the Management and Budget and the United interchange and overpass at the interchange funds for the project is Hendry County, Florida States Congress. of Interstate 96 and Laston Road. The pur- located at Courthouse Square, 165 S. Lee Commander Meservey returned to Coast pose of this project is to provide the eastern Street, La Belle, Florida 33975. SAFETEA–LU, Guard aviation in 2001, serving as Deputy Ex- and western sides of Livingston County ac- ecutive Officer and Gulfstream I fixed wing Item 1487 authorized the widening of SR 80 in cess to the major interstate of I–96 and the re- Hendry County, Florida. SR 80 serves as a VIP and logistics pilot at Air Station Miami, mainder of Livingston County. 40 percent of one of the Coast Guard’s largest aviation major route for the movement of freight and this funding will be used to purchase the right agriculture products throughout the county, as units. In 2004, he transferred to Air Station of ways and 60 percent will be used for con- Washington where he served as Executive Of- well as a connector between Florida’s east struction. and west coast counties. It is the nearest ficer flying the C–37A Gulfstream V executive Requesting Member: Congressman MIKE cross-state highway north of I–75, extending jet across the globe for Department of Home- ROGERS (MI–08) from eastern Palm Beach County to Fort land Security Secretaries Ridge and Chertoff Bill Number: H.R. 3288 and Coast Guard Commandants Collins and Account: Buses & Bus Facilities Myers on Florida’s west coast. Funds will be Allen. In this assignment, he gained additional Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Capitol used to further widen the road from two lanes international experience working closely with Area Transportation Authority to four. the State Department and foreign militaries Address of Requesting Entity: Capitol Area All of my projects are Congressionally au- and governments ranging from Malaysia to the Transportation Authority, 4615 Tranter Street, thorized and go only to public government United Kingdom. Lansing, Michigan, USA agencies.

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