Extensions of Remarks — Congressional Record, June 1, 2020, page E505
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Page E505 of the Extensions of Remarks section of the Congressional Record for June 1, 2020. Ms. Meng honors Brenda Connolly on her retirement after serving 35 years in the U.S. House of Representatives, and Mrs. Dingell honors the memory of Paula Springer Boase. Mr. Garamendi introduces the Special Districts Provide Essential Services Act at the request of the California Association of Special Districts, saying special districts are ineligible for direct federal assistance under the Coronavirus Relief Fund established by the CARES Act and citing 2,700 special districts in California and 30,000 nationwide.
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June 1, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E505
EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS
RECOGNIZING BRENDA CONNOLLY and the United States of America. Brenda will tial Services Act,’’ at the request of the Cali-
ON HER RETIREMENT be deeply missed. fornia Association of Special Districts. I want
f to thank my original cosponsors for their sup-
HON. GRACE MENG IN HONOR OF THE MEMORY OF
port of this much-needed legislation.
OF NEW YORK
Special districts are independent units of
PAULA SPRINGER BOASE local government that provide public services
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
cities and counties do not provide for resi-
Monday, June 1, 2020 HON. DEBBIE DINGELL dents. Those services include first responders,
Ms. MENG. Madam Speaker, it is with great OF MICHIGAN policing, firefighting, public health, transit, and
respect and appreciation that I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more, making special districts critical to the
honor Brenda Connolly, who is retiring after Monday, June 1, 2020 communities they serve.
serving 35 years in the U.S. House of Rep- However, special districts are currently ineli-
Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise
resentatives. gible for direct federal financial assistance
today to recognize and honor the esteemed
Ms. Connolly has been a member of my under the ‘‘Coronavirus Relief Fund’’ estab-
life of Paula Boase. Paula will forever be re-
team since I was first elected to the House of membered for her tremendous impact on our lished by the CARES Act (Public Law 116–
Representatives. She is a trusted advisor and community, and she will be deeply missed. 136). My legislation would ensure that the
a centering force throughout the unpredict- Born in Detroit, Paula Boase was a life-long 2,700 special districts in California and 30,000
ability of Washington. If you have met Brenda, Michigan resident who left a significant mark special districts nationwide are eligible for any
then you know her retirement means more on our state. After graduating from Michigan additional assistance provided by Congress to
than just losing a staff member—it is the loss State University, Paula became a buyer for state, county, and local governments to aid in
of an incredibly funny, talented and caring per- Hudson’s and later worked for Heinz. A short the fight against COVID–19. There are 237
son who left a profound impact on everyone while later, Paula began her career with the special districts alone in, California’s third
she has come across. Downriver Community Conference (DCC), Congressional district, which I am honored to
I was recently asked if there was anything where she remained for the past thirty-six represent.
I would change about Brenda’s time in our of- years. After initially serving as a job developer The ‘‘Special Districts Provide Essential
fice, and without hesitation I simply responded who helped community members connect with Services Act’’ would also allow special districts
‘nothing.’ employment opportunities, Paula quickly be- access to the Federal Reserve’s Municipal Li-
Before coming to Washington, D.C., Brenda came a fixture in the DCC and eventually rose quidity Facility, which provides states, coun-
grew up in Battle Creek, Michigan. She then to the position of Director of Economic Devel- ties, and cities federally guaranteed bridge fi-
graduated from the University of Michigan— opment. Among her colleagues and peers, nancing to offset unexpected short-term rev-
Go Blue—where she met her husband Doug Paula was regarded as a humble leader who enue shortfalls. Like states, counties, and cit-
with whom she has two children, Nicholas and endeavored to make a lasting difference, and ies, many special districts serve large popu-
Caitlin. Brenda has been such a keystone of she will always be recognized as the moti- lations and have the legal authority to issue
my team despite our superficial differences, vating driver behind the Brown Field redevel- short-term tax and revenue anticipation notes.
because we understand one another. We both opment in the Downriver community. Paula However, special districts are not currently
attended the University of Michigan, we value dedicated her life to working for causes she granted direct access to the Municipal Liquid-
time with our families above all else, our chil- believed in, and her efforts truly affected ity Facility, even to offset revenue shortfalls
dren always come first, and we have the same change throughout the Downriver community. caused by the current pandemic
sense of humor. Beyond her impact in a professional capac- Madam Speaker, I urge all Members to co-
Our team shared many of Brenda’s firsts ity, Paula Boase was a generous, kind, and sponsor the ‘‘Special Districts Provide Essen-
while she worked with me: her first manicure, compassionate community figure. She was a tial Services Act’’ to ensure that all local gov-
her first Kahlúa, and her first viewing of The fierce environmental and animal rights advo- ernments have the support needed to deliver
Office. Brenda was also there for one of my cate, a creative baker, and an adventurous crucial quality-of-life services for our commu-
most significant firsts: my first day in Con- traveler. Above all, Paula was a loving mother nities during this global pandemic.
gress. Brenda taught me more about Capitol to Hilary and Daniel and doting grandmother
to Leah, Bryce, Evan, and Elena. Paula’s
Hill than she probably realizes. She put my job f
in perspective, made sure I was on time for passing represents a loss to the entire Michi-
the important things, and helped me under- gan community, but her memory will endure HONORING RAY ‘‘GUMBI’’ SALAZAR
through the countless lives she touched.
stand how to let the small things slide. Brenda
Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join
was always proactive about what we needed,
me in honoring the legacy of Paula Boase. We
HON. GREG STANTON
always raising potential concerns before I OF ARIZONA
are saddened by her loss, but we will forever
thought of them. Brenda has an incredible tal- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
remember her remarkable life, work, and com-
ent for making meaningful people-to-people
munity impact. May she rest in eternal peace. Monday, June 1, 2020
connections; and in her 35 years on Capitol
Hill, I can only imagine the countless connec- f Mr. STANTON. Madam Speaker, I rise to
tions she has made through the years. INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL DIS- honor the life and legacy of Ray ‘‘Gumbi’’
I know we will dearly miss Brenda’s nature TRICTS PROVIDE ESSENTIAL Salazar, a true giant of Arizona, who passed
paintings, holiday sweaters, and unrepeatable SERVICES ACT away on Saturday, April 18, 2020, at the age
metaphors. From her first day on February 7, of 71. We will remember him as a civil rights
1985, Brenda understood that the needs of HON. JOHN GARAMENDI pioneer who dedicated his entire life to the ad-
the many outweigh the needs of the few. I vancement of a more just and equitable Ari-
OF CALIFORNIA
wish her a wonderful and fulfilling retirement zona. His unwavering positivity, artistic spirit,
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
with many years of happiness. and commitment to education serve as an in-
Monday, June 1, 2020
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On behalf of all the people she has made spiration to our community and our state.
laugh, served, and worked with, I thank Bren- Mr. GARAMENDI. Madam Speaker, today I Salazar was a changemaker who fought for
da for her many years of service to New York introduce the ‘‘Special Districts Provide Essen- opportunity and a brighter
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