Legislative record house appendix

James Nutting, of Auburn, on the occasion of the exhibition of his collection of world-class tropical and local butterflies at the Welcome Center at the State House. In addition to being a noted collector of butterflies and other insects, Mr. Nutting is also a stained glass artist. He took his first stained glass class from his friend Nel Bernard at Craftschool in Lewiston in 1977. In 1998, Mr. Nutting decided to pursue his passion and became a full-time stained glass artist, partnering with his mentor Mr. Bernard in 1999 to create Maine Art Glass Studio and The Sanctuary Gallery in Lisbon Falls. A natural teacher, Mr. Nutting has been teaching stained glass off and on for over 20 years. He has also put together an incredible collection of tropical and local butterflies and insects from around the world, all stunningly displayed in his own stained glass display cases and hand-made shadow boxes. This collection, known as The Butterfly and Insect Museum at Maine Art Glass, is becoming well-known throughout Maine and across the country. The Butterfly and Insect Museum is a popular destination for many school groups, summer camps, scout groups, youth and adult service organizations and families. Mr. Nutting provides group tours, talks on insects and live demonstrations of insects and arachnids. He is one of the few individuals in Maine licensed by the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to keep and exhibit live tarantulas, scorpions and other exotic invertebrates. We extend our congratulations to James Nutting on this exhibition and wish him continued success; (HLS 555)

Kenneth B. Russell, Commander (Retired), United States Navy, of East Boothbay, a distinguished career officer and devoted family man. Commander Russell was born in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, and he graduated from Edward Little High School in Auburn, Maine in 1950. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin and was commissioned to the United States Navy. In 1958, he received his wings and toured as a naval fighter pilot, flying until 1962 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Independence. He earned a Master's degree in Operations Analysis at the Navy Postgraduate School and worked two years in the Pentagon. In March 1966, Commander Russell returned to flying, deploying to Vietnam aboard the USS Roosevelt and to the Mediterranean aboard the USS Shangri-La. He was assigned as Commanding Officer of VA-35 in 1971. In 1974, Commander Russell reported to the Navy Recruiting District Boston, becoming Commanding Officer in 1975. His final tour of duty was as Executive Officer and Director of Undergraduate Training at the NROTC Unit at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. After retiring in 1980, he spent 10 years teaching NJROTC at Athol High School in central Massachusetts, followed by 9 years in industry at the Haartz Corporation in Acton, Massachusetts. Commander Russell and his family moved to East Boothbay, previously his summer residence, in 1999. He was known for his deep love of his family, his unwavering support for his country, his pride in his military service and his dedication and commitment to the communities in which he lived. We commend Commander Russell's many years of exemplary service to the United States Navy and to the Nation. He will be greatly missed and long remembered by his loving family and his many friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 556)

Foss Jewelry, in Livermore Falls, on its 90th year of doing business. The family-run company is a "diamond" in the downtown business district of Livermore Falls. Foss Jewelry was started by Lester S. Foss in 1919. Mr. Foss ran the business until May of 1959, when he sold it to his nephew-in-law, George Henry Botka. Henry, as he was known to many, ran the business successfully until 1999, when he sold it to his son, Stephen Henry Botka. Upon Mr. Stephen Botka's death in February of 2009, ownership was assumed by his daughter, Katherine Botka Quirrion, the great-grandniece of Lester S. Foss. The store has been under the management of Anne Winter since 1999. An employee of Foss Jewelry for 19 years, Ms. Winter was first hired under George Henry Botka and assumed management under Stephen Henry Botka. We extend our congratulations to Foss Jewelry, an exemplary Maine business, on this important anniversary, and we send all the members of the company our best wishes for continued success; (HLS 557)

Mount Desert Island Hospital, in Bar Harbor, on its being named one of the 37 best hospitals in New England by health plan provider Harvard Pilgrim. As a member of the prestigious Harvard Pilgrim Honor Roll, Mount Desert Island Hospital is among an elite group of acute care hospitals in New England that scored in the top 25 percent of hospitals nationwide on a set of quality and patient experience measures. The hospital has consistently ranked among the best across the board. It was named the National Outstanding Rural Health Organization in 2007, and last year the hospital received an unprecedented sixth consecutive award for Overall Patient Satisfaction. Mount Desert

Island Hospital has also ranked higher than the state and national averages on measures of patient experience and processes of care. We extend our congratulations to the Mount Desert Island Hospital staff for their receiving this honor; (HLS 558)

Ben Miklovich, of New Gloucester, a 2009 graduate of Gray-New Gloucester High School, who won First Place in the 200-meter dash at the 2009 State Track and Field Competition at Mount Desert Island and also led his school's team to second place in the 400-meter relay race. Ben won the indoor track State title during the school year in the 55-meter dash and broke the State record, and is a member of the Gray-New Gloucester relay team, which won the State title. At the Boys Western Maine Indoor Track Conference this year, Ben won first place in the

100- and 200-meter races. We extend our congratulations to Ben on his winning season, and we send him our best wishes for continued success; (HLS 559)

Stacy Haines, of Strong, who saved the life of an elderly woman who had a heart event in a restaurant. Ms. Haines, a registered nurse, was at the restaurant with her new husband, enjoying their honeymoon. When a waitress called for help and for someone to call 911, Ms. Haines sprung into action and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation until an ambulance arrived. Paramedics assured her that without her quick thinking and assistance, the woman would not have survived. We commend Ms. Haines for her heroic actions and thank her for her help in saving the life of another person; (HLS 560)

the Capital Mainiacs 12-U softball team, on its winning the 2009 Maine Amateur Softball Association State Championship. We congratulate the following team members on their victory: players Briana Brochu, Lindsey Quirion, Morgan LeVasseur, Hayley Quirion, Olivia Deeves, Emily Quirion, Haley Stevens, Samantha Larrabee, Sonja Morse, Abby Farrin, Arika Brochu, Alyssah Dennett, Bayleigh Logan and Abby Wormell; batgirl Maddison LeVasseur; and coaches Don Brochu, Noel LeVasseur and Al Brochu; (HLS 561)

Dylan Knowlton, of Spruce Head, who rescued his grandfather, Arnold Godin, who fell off a dock into the chilly waters of Spruce Head Island. Mr. Godin, a lobsterman for more than 50 years, was taken by surprise by the cold and shock of falling. He tried to swim to shore, but his arms quickly grew too numb to continue and he turned back to the family dock and yelled to his grandson for help. Dylan, who is 10 years of age, heard his grandfather's calls, ran and jumped into a skiff at the dock and rowed it to his grandfather, his first time rowing the skiff by himself. Dylan's mother, Melody Knowlton, believes her son's quick thinking and confidence on the water were due to lessons at the Samoset Resort's fitness center in rescuing a person from the land. The South Thomaston Fire Department granted Dylan a Certificate of Heroism for his quick response and bravery. We commend Dylan for his actions, and we join with his family and the community in congratulating him for saving his grandfather's life. We send him our best wishes; (HLS 562)

Opera House Arts, in Stonington, a diverse theatre community fostering and promoting excellence in all the ways we perform our lives, on the occasion of its 10th Anniversary. Founded by Carol Estey, Judith Jerome, Linda Nelson and Linda Pattie, Opera House Arts brought the Stonington Opera House back to life by purchasing and reopening the historic landmark in 2000, building on the extraordinary legacy of the venerable opera house, originally built in 1893 and rebuilt in 1910 after a fire. Opera House Arts provides year-round programming through original theatre productions, community play readings, innovative dance performances, jazz festivals, films, a digital lab and "Live! for $5" summer family performances. It also exemplifies its motto of "Incite Art - Create Community" by having arts partnerships with schools and providing mentorships and training programs for young people in the performing arts. Opera House Arts is an active partner in the creative economy in Stonington, engaging the community and attracting visitors from the State and region to the Stonington working waterfront. We send our congratulations to all the participants in Opera House Arts on the occasion of this 10th Anniversary, and we send them our best wishes for continued success; (HLS 563)

Peggy A. Milliken, of Houlton, on her retirement from the Department of Health and Human Services in Houlton after 28 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Maine. Ms. Milliken has worked at the Adult Protective Services Division of the Office of Elder Services for the past 25 years. During her long and distinguished career she has been a faithful and dependable public servant enjoying excellent rapport with coworkers, service providers and the public. She is a tactful, poised, pleasant team player who has always exercised excellent judgment. Ms. Milliken has been an industrious worker with a true Aroostook County work ethic. Her sense of humor and readiness with a joke is legendary, as is her love of all animals, especially dogs. We extend our deep appreciation to Ms. Milliken for her many years of dedicated service to the agency and the people of Maine, and we extend to her our best wishes in all future endeavors; (HLS 564)

the following members of the St. Dominic Regional High School Baseball Team, the Saints, who won the 2009 Class C State Championship: players Evan Roy, Nathan Dye, Danny Nadeau, Cam Hainey, Richard Paradis, Jamie Poulin, Aaron Allen, Kurt Johnson, Matt Navojosky, Joe Bryant, Kyle Hargreaves, Shayne Curtis, Alex Parker, Chris Bryant, Casey Parker, Greg LaBonte, Ben Randall and C.J. Bergeron; and coaches Allan Turgeon, Bob Blackman and Mike Bowles. We extend our congratulations to the Saints on this tremendous achievement and wish them continued success; (HLS 565)

Peter Timothy Mills, of South Paris, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 130, 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 service project, Peter rehabilitated an old utility storage area at Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills, creating a treatment room for the animals needing care. We extend our congratulations to him on this achievement; (HLS 566)

Major Christopher A. Lane, of Lincoln, who is the recipient of the 2008 Air Force Lieutenant General Leo Marquez Award. In the category of missiles and munitions maintenance, Major Lane has earned a reputation of being a leader while serving overseas. The Town of Lincoln is grateful for his dedication and service to this country. We extend our congratulations to Major Lane on his receiving this award; (HLS 567)

Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, of Jay, on the occasion of their 60th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson were married on June 25, 1949 in Wilton and made their home in North Jay for those 60 years. They were blessed with 2 children, Steve Thompson and Deb Thompson Adams. They are now the proud grandparents of 2 granddaughters and 2 grandsons and 6 great-grandchildren. A Korean War veteran, Mr. Thompson worked in area shoe shops and then was employed as a bus driver and custodian for the Jay School Department. Mrs. Thompson was a beautician and owned her own business. They are now enjoying retirement and remain involved in their community. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Thompson on this very special occasion; (HLS 568)

Liz Marks, of Farmington, for her dedicated service to the citizens of Franklin County and The Pierce House. As president of the Board of Trustees of The Pierce House, Ms. Marks organized local events, planned and implemented a large addition to the home and helped to maintain a homelike atmosphere. She was instrumental in organizing and directing the Friends of The Pierce House, which is a group dedicated to improving the social needs of the residents. Ms. Marks is a mentor, a leader and a caring member of the community. She has been a member of the Board of Directors of The Pierce House since 1985 and served as its president for almost 20 years. She demonstrates a positive caring attitude, embraces change and copes gracefully with challenges. She has made an

enormous difference in the lives of so many residents in Franklin County. We extend our appreciation to Ms. Marks for her commitment to the people of Franklin County; (HLS 569)

the members of the Brunswick High School Girls Lacrosse Team, who won the Class A State Championship. This is the team's second consecutive championship. We extend our congratulations to the team members on their victory; (HLS 570)

David and Ann Kendall, of St. Albans, on the occasion of their 60th Wedding Anniversary, June 6, 2009. Mr. and Mrs. Kendall moved to St. Albans in 1982 and built one of the first solar-assisted homes in the area. They are both active in the First Universalist Church and the Dexter Historical Society. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to them on this very special occasion; (HLS 571)

Dustin Freeman, of Orland, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 102, 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, Dustin constructed a ramp for the handicapped for the Orland United Methodist Church. We extend our congratulations to Dustin on this achievement; (HLS 572)

John Thomas Murphy, of Millinocket, a World War II veteran who served in the United States Army in Africa and Italy with the 894th Tank Destroyer Battalion. Mr. Murphy worked at Great Northern Paper Company for 37 years. For several years he served his union as financial secretary. He was a communicant of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council No. 680. Mr. Murphy enjoyed playing cards and fishing at Nesowadnehunk Lake. He will be sadly missed and long remembered by his loving family and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 573)

John P. Ennis, of Millinocket. Born and raised in Millinocket, Mr. Ennis was a graduate of Stearns High School and he served in the United States Navy during World War II in the South Pacific. Mr. Ennis worked at Great Northern Paper Company for 42 years and retired in 1985. He will be greatly missed and long remembered by his wife of 61 years, Laverne, his loving family and his friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 574)

Roger Blake, Esq., of Belfast, who is celebrating 50 years of practicing law. Mr. Blake opened his law office in 1959 in Belfast and continues to practice there today at the law firm of Blake and Hazard. Mr. Blake and his law partner, Paul Hazard, Esq., have been practicing law together for over 30 years. We extend to him our congratulations on this anniversary and send him our best wishes as he continues his work; (HLS 575)

the occasion of the rededication of Rudy Vallee Square, in the City of Westbrook, named after Westbrook native and American entertainment icon, Rudy Vallee. The City of Westbrook, in cooperation with the Westbrook Historical Society, will honor the memory of the late singer on July 25, 2009. In his 50-year career, Rudy Vallee entertained on radio, television and Broadway and in films and was known for his crooning singing style. One of his most famous songs was "The Stein Song," also known as the University of Maine fight song. In 1931, Westbrook Mayor Eugene I. Cummings dedicated the intersection of Main Street and Bridge Street, where the Vallee Drug Store was located, as Rudy Vallee Square. Photographs from that event show throngs of people, proud of the fame that Mr. Vallee had achieved. Mr. Vallee died in 1986 at the age of 84. We extend our congratulations to the good citizens of Westbrook as they rededicate Rudy Vallee Square in memory and recognition of the late great Maine native; (HLS 576)

the following members of the Deering High School Baseball Team, in Portland, who won the 2009 Class A Baseball State Championship: players Regan Flaherty, Matt Powers, Jake Nichols, Travis Wade, Abe Tabachnick, Patrick Bride, Jack Heary, Jack Young, Jamie Ross, Marc Ouimet, John Hardy, Sean Maheux, Luke Hammond, Nick Colucci, Sam Balzano, Taylor Candage and Anthony Stewart. The Deering Rams are under the direction of Head Coach Mike Coutts, who is assisted by Bill Presby, Mark Sutton, Jim O'Brien and Athletic Trainer Greg Tosi, and were undefeated for the season. We send our congratulations and best wishes to the Deering High School community on this achievement; (HLS 577)

Sydney B. Smith, of Bath and Phippsburg. Mrs. Smith was born in New York and attended New York schools and a boarding school in West Virginia. She was employed at Small Point Summer School, which was also her principal interest. She was married to William A. Smith and loved the company of children and people in general. She had five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Smith will be greatly missed by her family and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 578)

United States Army Private Dustin Robert Fredrick Small, 19, of Palmyra. Private Small received his diploma from Nokomis Regional High School, and he enlisted in the United States Army in September 2008. He completed basic training at Fort Jackson and AIT at Aberdeen Proving Ground before being stationed with the 2nd HET 360th Transportation Co. of the 43rd Special Troops Battalion at Fort Carson, Colorado. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon and achieved the expert badge in rifle marksmanship. We acknowledge Private Small's dedicated military service, and we recognize his commitment to his State and Nation. He will be greatly missed and long remembered by his loving family, his many friends and his grateful Nation; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 579)

Patrick T. Norton, of Freeport, upon his retirement. Since 1982 Mr. Norton has served in various positions in State Government, including the last 20 years in the Legislative Branch in the Office of Policy and Legal Analysis. He started in the office as Legislative Analyst in 1989 and was promoted to Principal Analyst in 1994 and promoted to Deputy Director in 2002. In 2005 he was appointed Director and in 2008 was reappointed. In each position he has conducted himself with the utmost distinction and applied his keen intelligence and wide-ranging experience and expertise in a highly professional, nonpartisan and exemplary fashion. Over the years Mr. Norton has provided professional staffing services to numerous joint standing committees, including those with jurisdiction over natural resources and energy, marine resources, inland fisheries and wildlife and state and local government, as well as to numerous legislative study committees and commissions. An expert policy analyst, Mr. Norton has employed exceptional analytical skills and careful attention to detail. He has undertaken his increasing

managerial responsibilities in the office with the unwavering goal of supporting the professional nonpartisan services provided to the Legislature by the office, particularly by ensuring the full utilization, expansion, improvement and updating of its technological resources. He has made significant contributions to ensuring dependable computerized tracking and sophisticated analysis of the status and movement of thousands of bills and amendments through the legislative process. Mr. Norton is a respected and admired member of senior nonpartisan staff management and will be greatly missed by all who have had the pleasure of working with him. Mr. Norton is an avid paleontologist and has written about the fossils that exist in the

floor stones of the State House. He served on the Shellfish Commission in Freeport. He is writing his doctoral dissertation in political science. Although he is retiring from state service, he will be actively pursuing other interests. While he pursues those interests, we hope he will reflect on his years of service to the State and know that he has accomplished much here. We take this opportunity to congratulate him on his retirement and to acknowledge and extend our deep appreciation for his years of service and commitment to the Legislature. We send him our very best wishes for his future endeavors; (HLS 580)

Blane and Joan Brillant Campbell, of Topsham, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell were married in Freeport on June 27, 1959. They have 3 daughters and 2 grandchildren. We send them our congratulations and best wishes on their Golden Anniversary; (HLS 581)

Glennys Tilton, of Lincoln, on the occasion of her 95th birthday. Mrs. Tilton was born on July 20, 1914 in Chester and today resides at Lincoln Manor. She was married to James Tilton for 59 years and together they enjoyed farming. Mrs. Tilton was a housewife and she also worked at Gold Star Cleaners for 30 years. We join with her family and friends in sending her our best wishes on this milestone birthday; (HLS 582)

the Androscoggin Yacht Club, in Wayne, on the 100th Anniversary of its incorporation. A petition for the incorporation of the yacht club was drawn up on August 12, 1909. Currently there are approximately 120 family memberships and 55 single memberships. Activities at the yacht club include 3 sessions of summer swim lessons, 2 sessions of sailing lessons and a regatta. In addition, the Androscoggin Yacht Club hosts various community events such as pot luck suppers, music night, dances, game night, family day and fundraising suppers. We extend our congratulations to the Androscoggin Yacht Club on its centennial celebration and our best wishes for its continued success; (HLS 583)

James Black, of Wilton, who was named the 2009 Morning Sentinel Lacrosse Coach of the Year for his team's continued improvement since he became coach. Mr. Black is the coach of the Mt. Blue High School boys lacrosse team, which had a 13-game winning streak during the season, winning the 2009 Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B Championship. We extend our congratulations to Coach Black on his receiving this high honor, and we send him our best wishes for continued success; (HLS 584)

the Natural Resources Council of Maine, on its 50th Anniversary of protecting natural resources in Maine. The Natural Resources Council of Maine is the State's leading member-supported organization working to protect Maine's environment and has more than 12,000 members. Since its founding in 1959 by a small group of volunteers determined to help preserve the Allagash Waterway, the council has been involved in nearly every major issue facing the environment in Maine. We acknowledge the Natural Resources Council of Maine's tireless efforts over the years in protecting the natural beauty of the State. It is one of the most respected state-based environmental organizations in the nation. We send our appreciation for the council's 50 years of hard work and success, and we extend our congratulations to the members of the council on this anniversary; (HLS 585)