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Congressional Record—House H3493 May 18, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H3493 Francisco, and the test of their satis- the time to take care of these parks residents, the East Bay Regional Park District faction is the fact that they have con- and make them accessible to the pub- remains committed to conserving and expand- tinued to support it with voter-ap- lic, to host special events. I thank the ing park resources for the recreational, edu- proved bonds, each vote being a vote of magnificent staff, the rangers of the cational, and scenic enjoyment of these open confidence in its work and each vote park system, who live in our commu- spaces for generations to come. backing that confidence with local nities and know the people who use the With that in mind, I strongly urge my col- funds. parks and accommodate them. leagues to support this resolution, and in It used to be that local projects that It was said at one time, I don’t know doing so, join in honoring the East Bay Re- benefited local communities were paid if it is accurate or not, but it was sug- gional Parks District during this historic com- for by those local communities, and gested you could get on horseback and memoration of its past, present, and future in the East Bay Regional Park is an ex- ride for 7 days and never leave the park serving millions of residents and visitors in the ample of this bygone era. Today the and never use the same trails. The park California Bay Area. Federal Treasury is too often treated hosts numerous stables that the pri- Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today as a grab bag for local projects, lit- vate sector has outside of the park. in enthusiastic support of House Concurrent erally robbing St. Petersburg to pay Again, thousands of people a year use Resolution 211, which honors the board mem- St. Paul. The success of the East Bay the parks on horseback. It is a great bers, general managers, and staff of the East Regional Park District is a reminder opportunity for children to be around Bay Regional Park District. For 75 years, that the most successful local projects horses and see people riding them and these public servants and their predecessors are those that are paid for with local learn about them from their owners. have admirably preserved the great outdoors funds and superintended by local vot- This is a remarkable community for the Bay Area’s communities and millions of ers. It is a reminder that Federalism asset in the midst of one of the most visitors. works and that we need to return to it. urban areas in the United States in The East Bay Regional Park District has I reserve the balance of my time. terms of density, and clearly highly ap- grown to the largest regional park agency in Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. preciated by the people. I would hope the United States, covering nearly 100,000 Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the gen- that all of my colleagues in Congress acres. District employees have admirably pro- tleman from California (Mr. MCCLIN- would join us in voting for and sup- tected the land and native wildlife while pro- TOCK) for his comments, and what he porting the 75th anniversary recogni- viding invaluable recreational opportunities. said is one of the reasons why this park tion of this world class park system of This harmonious interaction is demonstrated district has such a high level of support the East Bay Regional Parks. all over the park system. The stewardship of among its citizens. They voted many Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I fisheries allows anglers to catch striped bass, times to tax themselves, knowing this yield back the balance of my time. rainbow trout, and sturgeon. The management money was going to be wisely used and Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise in of livestock grazing reduces the threat of fires they were going to get a good and a support of H. Con. Res. 211 to recognize the and preserves diversity of vegetation. The fair bargain for all parties involved. 75th anniversary of the establishment of the conservation of water resources permits swim- At this time, I yield such time as he East Bay Regional Park District in California. mers to enjoy our lakes and lagoons. The may consume to Congressman PETE I would also like to thank Representative East Bay Regional Park District also provides STARK, another longtime supporter and GEORGE MILLER for his leadership in intro- opportunities for archeologists, hikers, sci- beneficiary of the East Bay Regional ducing this resolution and for his tireless work entists, and other recreationalists and stu- Park system. as a representative of California’s 7th Con- dents. Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I thank gressional District which neighbors my home, Bay Area residents recognize that the Park the distinguished chairman for recog- the 9th Congressional District. System has contributed greatly to their living nizing me. The success of the East Bay Regional environment and helped make the region one The 75th anniversary of the East Bay Parks District is rooted in the history of our of the best places in the country to live. In Regional Park District really goes own country, and in the belief that during 1934, 1988, and most recently in 2008, Bay back to the early grassroots days of ac- times of economic and social adversity, invest- Area voters extended its funding, maintaining tually the Depression, when people in ments in people and environmental preserva- this natural treasure for the enjoyment of our district banded together in that tion can be instrumental in promoting eco- present and future generations. time to organize and tax themselves to nomic recovery while benefiting current and Lastly, Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank create this district. These parks are future generations. Congressman GEORGE MILLER for introducing owned by everyone. In the Great De- This resolution celebrates the 75th anniver- this Resolution and Chairman NICK RAHALL for pression, they created the district and sary of the ballot measure to create the East his outstanding leadership of the Natural Re- the Civilian Conservation Corps, and Bay Regional Parks District, a measure that sources Committee. From the East Bay to the the WPA were the initial workers in passed overwhelmingly during a time of great East Steps of the Capitol, they have been these parks. economic upheaval in 1934. good stewards to this country’s natural won- It would be remiss for me not to rec- With the help of federal public works agen- ders. ognize general manager Pat O’Brien, cies, and sustained public and private engage- Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. who has worked so hard to keep these ment, the Parks District established its first re- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance parks open. In my district, you can gional parks including Tilden, Sibley, and of my time. move from the hills of Freemont to the Temescal Parks, all in my home District. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The crown park in Alameda, to the hills be- Today the East Bay Regional Park District is question is on the motion offered by hind Oakland and never be beyond the largest local park agency in the United the gentleman from California (Mr. walking distance of these marvelous States and serves a population of 2.5 million GEORGE MILLER) that the House sus- parks. So it is a compliment to the residents along with countless visitors seeking pend the rules and agree to the concur- chairman, and I would like to join with the unique sights, sounds, and outdoor activi- rent resolution, H. Con. Res. 211. him in recognizing the importance of ties of the District’s parks just a short walk or The question was taken; and (two- our regional park district, and thank- drive from the some of the San Francisco Bay thirds being in the affirmative) the ing the local people in hopes that oth- Area’s largest urban centers. rules were suspended and the concur- ers may follow suit. I am so proud of the legacy of the East Bay rent resolution was agreed to. Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Regional Parks District throughout the Cali- A motion to reconsider was laid on I thank the gentleman, and I yield my- fornia Bay Area and its inspiring illustration of the table. self 2 minutes. the need to preserve our recreational and wil- f Congressman STARK mentioned Pat derness resources across the nation. O’Brien, and I want to thank him be- I would also like to take a moment to recog- HONORING FLOYD DOMINY cause he has been such a wonderful nize the supporters of the East Bay Regional Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, I manager of this system, along with his Park District, as well as its board members, move to suspend the rules and agree to entire staff, and certainly all of the general managers, and staff. the resolution (H. Res. 1327) honoring volunteers who come to the park, Through the hard work of these individuals, the life, achievements, and contribu- which number in the thousands, all of and backed by the unwavering support of local tions of Floyd Dominy. VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:23 May 19, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18MY7.018 H18MYPT1 tjames on DSKG8SOYB1PROD with HOUSE H3494 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE May 18, 2010 The Clerk read the title of the resolu- by our colleague, Representative ADRI- His contributions to the Nation’s tion.
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