Legislative record house appendix

Jeanne Whynot-Vickers, of Portland, who has served for the past 2 years as interim superintendent for Maine's largest and most diverse school district, Portland Public Schools. She leaves in August 2009 after nearly 30 years of dedicated service to her community. Ms. Whynot-Vickers was born and raised in Portland and graduated from Portland High School in 1969. She began her career as an elementary school teacher, teaching at Hall Elementary School, Riverton Elementary School and Harrison Lyseth Elementary school in Portland and at the American Community School in London, England. In 1986, she was named a finalist for Maine Teacher of the Year. Ms. Whynot-Vickers served as assistant principal of the former Jack Elementary School and as principal of Riverton Elementary School and Sawyer School in South Portland before becoming Portland's assistant superintendent in 1999. She took over leadership of the Portland Public Schools amid a financial crisis, and she helped restore the district to financial stability while winning back public confidence with her competence, hard work ethic and straightforward, unflappable manner. We commend her for her many years of excellence in education and her commitment to the children of Maine. We send her our appreciation for her exemplary service and send her our best wishes on her future endeavors; (HLS 404)

James Martin, Jr., of Crawford, a member of the Maine Warden Service, who was named the 2009 Warden of the Year by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. Warden Martin, a 20-year veteran based in Calais, received this distinction for his dedication to the public safety of people within his district, his enforcement of Maine's poaching laws, his commitment to safety education by wardens, his work with local, state, federal and international law enforcement officers and agencies and his representation of game wardens through union efforts to negotiate contracts. We congratulate Warden Martin on his receiving this well-deserved honor; (HLS 405)

the Honorable Eben Littlefield Elwell, of Bowdoinham, an effective leader in local and state government. Mr. Elwell grew up on a turkey farm in Brooks and went on to help build Liberty Ships in South Portland during World War II. He entered public office for the first time as a selectman for the Town of Brooks in 1946. He campaigned for Edward Muskie when he ran for governor in 1954. Elected to the Maine House of Representatives in 1955, he served 2 terms. Mr. Elwell became state treasurer in 1965 and was instrumental in consolidating Maine's finances into interest-bearing accounts. He was the first director of the Maine State Housing Authority. He bought the building in Hallowell that today holds The Wharf pub. He and his son renovated the building, striving to make the restaurant on the ground floor flood-proof. The pub is still a gathering place in Hallowell. Mr. Elwell will be sadly missed by his family and friends and others that he met during his public service to his community; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 406)

the 25th Anniversary and the rededication of Saxl Park, on the grounds of the Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center in Bangor, on June 6, 2009. For 25 years, Saxl Park has been an important part of the neighborhood, serving as the home and practice fields for John Bapst High School, hosting regional cross-country meets and the Bangor Humane Society's Paws on Parade and providing a place to walk and play for the community and those who live and work on the grounds and at the Maine Veterans' Home. The park was named as a tribute to Joseph Saxl, who was superintendent of the psychiatric center from 1974 to 1981, and the planning and construction of the park has been financed by individuals, groups and clubs. Its development has exceeded expectations. We extend our congratulations to the Bangor community on the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Saxl Park; (HLS 407)

Dr. Kenneth Murphy, of Yarmouth, who is retiring after 25 years of outstanding service to the Yarmouth School System. Dr. Murphy's successful career with the Yarmouth schools started in 1984 as the assistant principal of Yarmouth High School. In 1991, he was hired as the Superintendent of the Yarmouth School System. For the past 18 years, Dr. Murphy has most ably led the Yarmouth schools. Yarmouth has long been known for its highest-quality public education, and Dr. Murphy's extraordinary stewardship has been instrumental in this ongoing achievement. His service has had a positive and enduring impact on the community, and thousands of students who have benefited from his leadership. His dedication and professionalism exemplify the spirit of Maine and its citizens. We extend our congratulations to Dr. Murphy on his retirement and wish him well in his future endeavors; (HLS 408)

Father Thomas Murphy, of Wells, who will celebrate his 30th anniversary as a priest on June 14, 2009. Father Murphy has served congregations in Presque Isle, Westbrook and Scarborough. As pastor of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, which consists of St. Martha's in Kennebunk, St. Mary's in Wells and the Mission Church of All Saints in Ogunquit, Father Murphy is admired and appreciated. We acknowledge Father Murphy's devout service and wish to thank him for his many decades of hallowed leadership; (HLS 409)

Thomas J. Hoerth, Bath's City Arborist, who is the recipient of the 29th annual Mainsail Award from the Morse High School Community Liaison Council. This award honors local people who exemplify the ideals of American citizenship, including respect for honesty, individual freedom and equal opportunity. Mr. Hoerth, who taught seventh grade science in Windham and Cumberland from 1991 to 1998, has implemented many programs for the Bath Forestry Division that involve schoolchildren and benefit the city as a whole. We congratulate Mr. Hoerth on his receiving this well-deserved award for his many contributions to his community and to the State; (HLS 410)

Jim Peavey, of Georgetown, who is the recipient of the Humanitarian Award presented by the Maine Chiefs of Police Association. Mr. Peavey manages the Sagadahoc County

Working Group on Family Violence. He was a volunteer for the United Way of Mid Coast Maine for many years before joining its staff as Associate Director of Community Impact. He chairs the Sagadahoc County Working Group on Family Violence, co-chairs the Lincoln and Sagadahoc County anti-domestic violence initiative, "A Call to Men," is a mentor of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program and was a board member of the Bath area YMCA. Mr. Peavey is the Emergency Management Director for the Town of Georgetown. We extend our appreciation to Mr. Peavey for his commitment to the citizens of the State and congratulate him on his receiving this award; (HLS 411)

the following students, who have been awarded the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award by the Topsham-Brunswick chapter: Claire Baecher, Brunswick

High School; Leigh Johnson, Yarmouth High School; Katherine Birdsall, Morse High School; Margaret Myers, Freeport High School; Steven Tringali, Mt. Ararat High School; and Alesis Bragg, Pine Tree Academy. The award honors outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate the qualities of a good citizen, dependability, leadership, service and patriotism. We extend our congratulations to these students on their receiving this award; (HLS 412)

the members of the Mt. Blue High School Girls Nordic Ski Team, who have been named the Sun Journal Girls' Nordic Team of the Year. We extend our congratulations to the team and wish them continued success; (HLS 413)

Frederick Cunliffe, of Wilton, who is the recipient of the Boston Post Cane for being the oldest citizen of the Town of Wilton. Mr. Cunliffe was born on October 9, 1911. We send him our congratulations on his receiving this honor; (HLS 414)

Irene Tardiff Quirion Hamilton, of Skowhegan, on the occasion of her 100th birthday, May 11, 2009. Mrs. Hamilton was born in Grand Isle and was a 1932 graduate of Colby College. She received her Master's degree in Education from the University of Maine in 1953. She was a longtime teacher, retiring once in 1975 from Deering High School and in 1979 from Catherine McAuley High School. She has 2 children, 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. We send Mrs. Hamilton our congratulations and best wishes on the centennial celebration of her life; (HLS 415)

Dud Follansbee, of Harpswell, as he celebrates his 90th birthday. Mr. Follansbee, and his wife Marge Follansbee, have lived in Harpswell for 30 years and they enjoyed birthday events from January 22, 2009 through January 28th, 2009. We join his family, neighbors and friends in extending to him our congratulations and best wishes on this special occasion; (HLS 416)

Philip and Evelyn Hartwell, of Lisbon, on the occasion of their 60th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Hartwell were married on February 26, 1949. We extend our congratulations to them on this anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 417)

John and Irma Janosco, of Sabattus, on the occasion of their 55th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Janosco were married on February 27, 1954. We extend our congratulations to them on this anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 418)

Charles and Nancy Vernis, of Lisbon Falls, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Vernis were married on May 5, 1959. We extend our congratulations to them on their Golden Anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 419)

David and Laura Hale, of Lisbon Falls, on the occasion of their 55th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Hale were married on May 23, 1954. We extend our congratulations to them on this anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 420)

Francis and Eva Kacsmar, of Lisbon Falls, on the occasion of their 60th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Kacsmar were married on June 18, 1949. We extend our congratulations to them on this anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 421)

Rosaire and Lorraine Morin, of Lisbon, on the occasion of their 60th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Morin were married on November 14, 1949. We extend our congratulations to them on this anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 422)

Michael and Martha Cienlinski, of Lisbon Falls, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Cienlinski were married on July 25, 1959. We extend our congratulations to them on their Golden Anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 423)

Florence and Daniel LeBlanc, Jr. of Lisbon Falls, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. LeBlanc were married on April 4, 1959. We extend our congratulations to them on their Golden Anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 424)

Michael and Diane Landry, of Lisbon, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Landry were married on July 4, 1959. We extend our congratulations to them on their Golden Anniversary and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 425)

Lara Lom, a member of the 2009 graduating class of Bowdoin College, in Brunswick, whose one-act play Better, Tomorrow was selected from dozens of submissions to be performed at the Maine Playwrights Festival at the St. Lawrence Arts and Community Center in Portland. Ms. Lom, a native of Geneva, Switzerland, will attend the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, England and pursue her master's degree at King's College London. We send her our congratulations on her well-deserved honor, and we send her our best wishes on her future endeavors; (HLS 426)

Rachel Danner, of Embden, for her 26 years of dedicated service in the educational profession. Ms. Danner was a high school Spanish teacher for 7 years with School Administrative District No. 9. We extend our appreciation to Ms. Danner for her commitment to the youth of the State; (HLS 427)

Susan Mancini, of Jay, on the occasion of her retirement after 32 years of dedicated service as a kindergarten teacher for the Jay School Department. Prior to teaching in Jay, Mrs. Mancini taught at St. Rose of Lima School in Chisholm. We extend our appreciation to Mrs. Mancini for her years of commitment to the youth of the State and wish her well in her future endeavors; (HLS 428)

Robert S. "Bob" McPhee, of Dixfield, on the special occasion of his induction into the Maine Baseball Hall of Fame. Mr. McPhee was born in Rumford, grew up in West Peru and graduated from Rumford High School, now Mountain Valley High School, in 1977. He was an excellent athlete in high school, earning varsity letters in football, wrestling and baseball, and was honored in Who's Who Among American High School Students for 1976-1977. He suffered a brain stem contusion while playing football in 1976 and was in a coma for 17 days. After over three years of rehabilitation at various rehabilitation centers in Maine and Massachusetts, Mr. McPhee went on to attend Husson College in Bangor and graduated from the University of Maine with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism. Since 1984, he has been a respected journalist. He worked as a columnist for the Maine

Sunday Telegram from 1984 to 1987 and has worked as a sports correspondent for the Rumford Falls Times from 1997 to the present and as a staff writer in the sports department of the Lewiston Sun Journal from 1987 to the present. During his illustrious journalistic career, Mr. McPhee has been honored with numerous well-deserved awards, including being named the 1996 State Editor-of-the-Year by Wrestling U.S.A. Magazine and the 1997 Media Award for Writer of the Year by the Maine Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association and receiving the 1998 Media Award from the Maine Field Hockey Association. In addition to his awards, Mr. McPhee was inducted into the Maine Amateur Wrestling Hall of Fame for his writing and wrestling career and into the Maine Sports Hall of Fame for

Special Merit. We extend our congratulations to Robert S. McPhee on his being inducted into the Maine Baseball Hall of Fame, and we send him our best wishes; (HLS 429)

Drew Ramsay, of Addison, a senior at Narraguagus High School, who is the recipient of the 2009 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. Drew is a class officer and has earned the distinction of being salutatorian of his graduating class. We extend our congratulations to Drew on his receiving this award; (HLS 430)

the following Honor Graduates of the 2009 Graduating Class of Telstar Regional High School: William F. Chapman, Jennifer L. Aldrich, Lisa M. Piccirillo, Whitney A. Mills, Brianna E. Douglass, Katlyn M. Keane, Sarah A. Lavorgna, Margaret F. DePasquale, Kelsea R. Kuvaja, Alyssa M. Steven and Benjamin R. Cross. We send our congratulations and best wishes on their future endeavors; (HLS 431)

the following Honor Graduates of the 2009 Graduating Class of Mt. Abram High School: Chelsea Ann Bachelder, Rachel Sophia Dennison, Gregory James Dexter, Elysha M. Dyer, Rachel E. Fullerton, Rebecca A. Fullerton, Emma Wells James, Noelle Webb Lake, Rebecca A. London, Maria Bernadette Parrett, Macadez Lynn Richard, Tabatha Amy Seavey and Brianna Lee Olivia Thorndike. We send our congratulations and best wishes on their future endeavors; (HLS 432)

Philip E. Warren, of Dover-Foxcroft, beloved husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Warren graduated from Foxcroft Academy and attended Bentley College. He worked for both King Arrow Pine and Prouty Ford for many years. He was a member and treasurer of the Board of Trustees of Foxcroft Academy, the treasurer and clerk for the Town of Dover-Foxcroft and also a treasurer for Piscataquis County. Mr. Warren was a member of the Piscataquis Country Club and served as its treasurer. He was a member of the Masons and the Shriners. He enjoyed following the New York Yankees and the Boston Celtics. He will be remembered by his loving family and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 433)

Frank Koenig, a community leader of Windham. Mr. Koenig was known as "Mr. Windham" and was present at every important meeting pertaining to the future of Windham and the surrounding region for over 3 decades. After retiring from Amoco Oil, he moved to Windham and quickly became a central figure in the town. He was the first executive director of the Windham Chamber of Commerce, and served in that role for 25 years. During his tenure as executive director, the chamber of commerce grew from 69 members to 329, and the North Windham shopping area sprung up. Mr. Koenig was a longtime chairman of Windham's Zoning Board of Appeals, a member of the Comprehensive Planning Committee and the Strategic Planning Committee, a moderator at the town meetings, a Mason and president of the Lake Region Shrine Club, and served on the board of directors of the Kiwanis Club. He was named Rotarian of the Year in 1999. He was a member of the Windham Hill United Church of Christ. Mr. Koenig will be missed by his community and all who knew him; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 434)

Josiah Corbin, of Dover-Foxcroft, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 100, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Boy Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. For his Eagle Scout project, Josiah designed and oversaw the construction of the Coalition Trail kiosk. We extend our congratulations to Josiah on this achievement; (HLS 435)

Caela Fenderson, of Charlotte, who is the recipient of the Secretary of State's Eighth Grade Citizenship Award. This award is given to honor outstanding eighth-grade students for their civic awareness, scholastic achievement and community service. Caela demonstrates leadership quality as president of the 8th-grade class. She takes responsibility for herself and others, is self-motivated and self-driven and develops a supportive environment in the classroom. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Caela on her receiving this honor; (HLS 436)

First Lieutenant Brian F. McClellan, of Eliot, upon his being awarded the Bronze Star for his service in Iraq. Lieutenant McClellan is a member of the Maine Army National Guard's Company C 1-126th Aviation Regiment and was a platoon leader and officer in charge of the Black Bear Medevac Unit located near the Iraqi and Iranian border. His unit served under the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade and 3rd Infantry Division. In addition to receiving the Bronze Star, Lieutenant McClellan was given the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star. We congratulate Lieutenant McClellan on his receiving these well-deserved marks of distinction and we send him our deep appreciation for his service to his State and to his Nation; (HLS 437)

the Lewiston Fire Department, recipient of a Best Practices Award from the Maine Fire Protection Services Commission. The Lewiston Fire Department received this award for its participation in the International Association of Firefighters and the International Association of Fire Chiefs' Fire Service Joint Labor Management Wellness-Fitness Initiative. The initiative provides firefighters with wellness screening tools to help detect serious medical conditions before they occur. We extend our congratulations to the Lewiston Fire Department on this tremendous achievement and thank them for their efforts to better their department and the community; (HLS 438)

Dana and Eleanor Dillingham, of Medway, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary, April 18, 2009. Mr. and Mrs. Dillingham have 2 children, 3 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Dillingham on this very special occasion; (HLS 439)

Douglas Ludewig, of Monmouth, who is retiring after teaching 44 years, 42 of which were in Monmouth schools. Mr. Ludewig taught at the Henry L. Cottrell School for 10 years before teaching special education at Monmouth Academy. We extend our appreciation to Mr. Ludewig for his commitment to the youth of the State and wish him well in his future endeavors; (HLS 440)

Andrea Ballute, of Hollis, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2009 graduating class of Bonny Eagle High School in Standish. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to her; (HLS 441)

Celeste Lozier, of Buxton, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2009 graduating class of Bonny

Eagle High School in Standish. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to her; (HLS 442)

Cassondra Elliott, of Rangeley, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2009 graduating class of Rangeley Lakes Regional School. We commend Cassondra for her dedication to academics and we congratulate her on her accomplishments; (HLS 443)

Brittany Wetherill, of Rangeley, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2009 graduating class of Rangeley Lakes Regional School. We commend Brittany for her dedication to academics and we congratulate her on her accomplishments; (HLS 444)

the Jay High School Envirothon Team, which has achieved the highest honors in the 2009 Maine Envirothon competitions at the University of Maine at Orono. Advised by teacher Rob Taylor, the team of Joe Roy, Max Couture, Devin Rose, Kelsey Macomber, Beth Moore and Daydre Loon competed in a test of knowledge on natural resources and a current event issue on all things green. The team has earned the right to represent Maine at the International Envirothon Competition in Asheville, North Carolina. We congratulate the team members on their achievements, and we send them our best wishes; (HLS 445)

Mary Sirois, of Wilton, on the occasion of her retirement after 37 years of dedicated service as a high school English teacher for the Franklin County school system. She taught for 28 years at Mt. Blue High School before taking a teaching position at Jay High School. We extend our appreciation to Mrs. Sirois for her commitment to the youth of Franklin County and wish her well in her future endeavors; (HLS 446)

Robert Redmond, of Jay, on the occasion of his retirement after 19 years of dedicated service with the Jay School Department. As a bus driver, Mr. Redmond drove students to school, to extracurricular activities, and on sports and school trips throughout Maine, New England and Canada. We extend our appreciation to Mr. Redmond for his commitment to the youth of Jay and wish him well in his future endeavors; (HLS 447)

the Chesterville Grange #20, on the occasion of the celebration of its 135th Anniversary. It was first organized with 17 charter members in the home of John Lothrop, of Chesterville Village, on May 2, 1874. The grange hall was built in 1885 and dedicated on March 26th of that year. The Chesterville Grange continues to be active in promoting rural life in Maine. The members hold monthly public suppers for the benefit of local activities and residents and participate each year in the Franklin County Fair. We extend our congratulations to the good members of the Chesterville Grange #20 on this important anniversary and we send them our best wishes for the future; (HLS 448)

Carl and Frances Beckett, of Mechanic Falls, on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Beckett were married on April 17, 1959. We extend our congratulations to them on this Golden Anniversary, and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 449)

Mary Catherine Hinse, of Lincoln. Born and raised in Millinocket, Ms. Hinse was a graduate of Stearns High School and the University of Maine at Fort Kent. She taught high school English and math for many years before earning her master's degree in library and information science. She was employed as the district librarian for SAD 67 at Mattanawcook Academy in Lincoln. She was also a member of the Daughters of Isabella Our Lady Circle No. 774 and served as treasurer. Ms. Hinse had been a member of the Lincoln Memorial Library Advisory Committee and Friends of the Lincoln Library. She will be greatly missed and long remembered by her loving family and many friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 450)