Congressional Record
Proceedings, Debates of the U.S. Congress
February 17, 2011
112th Congress, 1st Session
Issue: Vol. 157, No. 26 — Daily Edition
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HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF JOSEPHINE ``JOSIE'' AVILES
(Extensions of Remarks - February 17, 2011)
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[Extensions of Remarks] [Page E254] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF JOSEPHINE ``JOSIE'' AVILES ______ HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, February 17, 2011 Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the retirement of a dedicated civil servant, Ms. Josephine ``Josie'' Aviles. Josie has been committed to Homestead Air Reserve Base since 1984, working relentlessly to support and maintain the mission of the 482d Fighter Wing. Josie has demonstrated genuine dedication as a Protocol officer, providing extraordinary assistance to each Group, Squadron, and Tenant organization. She is well known and admired amongst her peers for her expertise, excellent work ethic and selfless attitude. Throughout her unwavering leadership, Josie directed the command staff after Hurricane Andrew destroyed Homestead Air Force Base in 1992; served as Administrative Team Chief for the fighter wing's first Operational Readiness Exercise; and arranged events and conferences as the first Protocol officer. She has demonstrated a level of commitment to her country, community, and colleagues that deserves our sincere admiration and respect. Mr. Speaker, I am truly honored to pay tribute to my friend Josie, a true leader who has dedicated her life to public service. As her colleagues, friends and family gather together to celebrate the next chapter of her life, I ask my colleagues to join me in saluting this outstanding civil servant on this very special occasion. I wish Josie continued success and happiness in all of her future endeavors. ____________________