Legislative record house appendix

Brandon L. Pesce, of Windham, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 51, 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, Brandon built a bridge over a drainage area behind the Cressey Road United Methodist Church to provide for easier access to the property. We extend our congratulations to Brandon on this achievement; (HLS 270)

Amos A. McCallum, of Saco, for his contributions to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, a fraternal organization made up of nearly 1.1 million men and women from the across the United States that provides services to local communities through programs that support our nation's youth and veterans. Mr. McCallum served with distinction as the national president of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks from 2003 to 2004, serving as Grand Exalted Ruler. He was the first person from Maine to hold this high office. We acknowledge his dedicated service to the Elks and his service to the community, the state and the nation, and we send him our best wishes; (HLS 271)

the observance of the week of May 10 through May 16, 2009 as Elks National Youth Week to honor the achievements and contributions of youth in their community, state and nation. We congratulate the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks on establishing this week to guide, inspire and encourage the youth of America; (HLS 272)

Deputy Police Chief Gordon Littlefield, of the Sanford Police Department, a police officer for 38 years and the commander of the Bureau of Administration, on the occasion of his retirement. He was also the police department's liaison with the news media. We send him our appreciation for his many years of dedicated service to the community and to the State, and we extend our congratulations and best wishes to him on his retirement; (HLS 273)

Mabel Knowles Doughty, of Chebeague Island, on the celebration of her 87th birthday, May 1, 2009. Mrs. Doughty was born in Shirley Mills and graduated from Greenville High School and the Boston School of Domestic Science. She first came to Chebeague Island in 1940 to work at West Winds Sailing Camp. She married Sanford Doughty, a young Chebeague Merchant Mariner during World War II, and moved to Chebeague shortly thereafter. During her time on Chebeague, Mrs. Doughty has contributed to the community in many ways, including by volunteering with the Girl Scouts, the PTA and the hot lunch program, by helping with fund-raisers and by serving as chair of the Library Board, a member of the comprehensive plan committee and a member of the Chebeague Planning Board. She served as the trustee treasurer for the Methodist Church for more than 30 years. She was a founding board member of the Chebeague and Cumberland Land Trust. In 2005 she was one of five chosen to represent the island to negotiate with the Town of Cumberland to sever the island's 186-year bond with that town. For nearly 70 years Mrs. Doughty has unselfishly given of herself to help make Chebeague Island a wonderful community. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to her on this very special occasion; (HLS 274)

Barbara J. Noone, of Lyman, on her nomination as Maine's 2010 Teacher of the Year. A sixth-grade math, literacy and social studies instructor at Willard School in Sanford, Ms. Noone was among the 14 nominees recognized by Governor John E. Baldacci at the State House on March 13, 2009. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Ms. Noone on her receiving this honor; (HLS 275)

Arthur A. Stilphen, of North Belgrade. Mr. Stilphen served for 3 years in the United States Army as a medic. He graduated from the University of Maine at Orono and, in 1972, the University of Maine School of Law. Early in his working career, he was a state park ranger. He had a private practice before becoming an Assistant District Attorney in Cumberland County, Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Division and Acting District Attorney in York County. In 1979, Mr. Stilphen was appointed the first civilian Commissioner of Public Safety for the State of Maine under Governor Joseph Brennan, and he established the first State Crime Lab. He was very involved in Democratic political campaigns for many years as a volunteer. He and his wife, Brenda, owned and operated general stores in Smithfield and North Belgrade. Mr. Stilphen was also a past president of the Belgrade Lions Club, a member of the Masonic Order of the Scottish Rite in Portland, a member of the Rockland Lodge and a former member of the Kora Temple Shrine. Mr. Stilphen will be deeply missed by his family, his friends and his community; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 276)

Arthur Roy, of Dexter, upon his retirement as Chief of Police for the Town of Dexter. Chief Roy has served the residents of Dexter proudly during his 5 years with the police department. He is well respected for his commitment to safety. Chief Roy has more than 35 years of law enforcement experience, 22 years of which were with the Maine State Police. He retired as a lieutenant from the Maine State Police in 1991. We extend our appreciation to Chief Roy for his commitment to the people of the State and wish him well in his future endeavors; (HLS 277)

the 25th Anniversary of the Maine Green Independent Party, the oldest state Green party in the United States. It was founded in January of 1984 in Augusta, Maine, six months before the establishment of the National Green Party. Today Maine has the highest percentage of registered Greens in the Nation. We congratulate the members of the Maine Green Independent Party on the occasion of their celebrating their 25th anniversary of political contributions to the State; (HLS 278)

the Mt. Desert Island High School Boys' Swim Team, which has won the 2009 Class B State Championship. This is the 6th consecutive state title for Mount Desert Island. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to all of the members of the team and to the coach; (HLS 279)

Hazel Meserve, of Gorham, who is the recipient of the Remember ME award from the Maine Health Care Association. This award is given to Maine citizens who have spent the best years of their lives making a difference for their families, communities, state and country. Mrs. Meserve, a resident of Gorham House, was a longtime foster parent and sponsor of a Cambodian family for her church. We congratulate Mrs. Meserve on her receiving the Remember ME award and extend our best wishes to her; (HLS 280)

Matthew Duncan Allen, of Wilton, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 518, 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. We extend our congratulations to Matthew on this achievement; (HLS 281)

Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Lovell, Sr., of Wilton, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary, January 3, 2009. Mr. and Mrs. Lovell have 3 children. They were married at the Starks Presbyterian church. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to them on this very special occasion; (HLS 282)

the Foothills Arts Center in Wilton and Anne Geller for 20 years of service to the community and Franklin County, bringing together children and adults and artists and audiences of Western Maine to share the arts in an atmosphere that encouraged learning, exploration and collaboration. At the Foothills Arts Center and the Foothills Summer Camp, which ran for 18 years, thousands of children learned to open up and think differently with the help of artists and programs of creative movement. We extend our appreciation to the Foothills Arts Center and Anne Geller for their dedication and commitment to the citizens of the State; (HLS 283)

Jericah Potvin, of Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being named the Salutatorian of the 2009 graduating class of Stearns High School. We extend our congratulations to Jericah on this achievement; (HLS 284)

Adriana Eurich, of Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2009 graduating class of Stearns High School. We extend our congratulations to Adriana on this achievement; (HLS 285)

Mark Rucci, of Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being one of the top students of the 2009 graduating class of Stearns High School. We extend our congratulations to Mark on this achievement; (HLS 286)

Gary DuBois, of Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being one of the top students of the 2009 graduating class of Stearns High School. We extend our congratulations to Gary on this achievement; (HLS 287)

Nathaniel Cyr, of Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being one of the top students of the 2009 graduating class of Stearns High School. We extend our congratulations to Nathaniel on this achievement; (HLS 288)

Oswald and Emily Pound, of Millinocket, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary, July 3, 2009. Mr. and Mrs. Pound were married by Reverend Byron in Millinocket. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Pound on this very special occasion; (HLS 289)

Ronald and Jean Mitchell, of Temple, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary, June 6, 2009. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell on this very special occasion; (HLS 290)

Carol A. Johnson, of Millinocket and Edgewater, Florida, devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Johnson attended school in Appleton, Wisconsin and married Robert Johnson in 1960. They moved to Millinocket in 1962. Mrs. Johnson worked at Wisconsin Michigan Power Company and for the Millinocket School Department, H E Reed Insurance Agency and Millinocket Memorial Library. She also owned her own business, "Carol's Catered Cookies." She volunteered with the Katahdin Area Support Group. One of her proudest accomplishments was to be involved in the establishment of the annual Great Chocolate Escape, a fund-raiser for the Katahdin Area Support Group. She loved riding her three-wheeled bicycle in Florida and her pedal boat at camp in Maine. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 291)

Ludger J. "Joe" Michaud, of Millinocket, beloved husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Michaud served in the Army Air Corps in the European Theatre. He worked for Great Northern Paper for 43 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 58 years, Dorothy, and his family and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 292)

Donald Simoneau, of Fayette, a member of the George Bunten American Legion Post 10, for his longtime service to the American Legion and his contributions to his community. Mr. Simoneau is a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War era. In the army, he served as an MP. He has held many positions in the American Legion, at his home post and in the county and district. For the past six years, he has held offices at the department level, serving as Department Commander, and he has chaired committees at the department and national levels. In the post's 90-year history, Mr. Simoneau is only the second member to be promoted from Blue Hat Legionnaire to Department Commander. Mr. Simoneau is also an active member of his community and has worked with state and federal lawmakers to promote opportunities in Maine for veterans and children. We acknowledge Donald Simoneau's exemplary public service, and we send him our appreciation for his work for the American Legion, his community, his State and the Nation; (HLS 293)

Harrison Richardson, of Gorham, Portland trial lawyer, ex-legislator and one-time candidate for governor who played a key role in the enactment of both the state income tax and landmark environmental legislation. Mr. Richardson attended the University of Maine where he was an all-New England tackle in football in 1953. He remained devoted to his alma mater throughout his life, later serving as the chairman of the board of directors. Before enrolling in law school, he served as a company commander with the United States Marines in Korea. Mr. Richardson's political career started in 1965 when he was elected to his first term in the House of Representatives. He went on to serve for 2 more terms in the House, 2 years as the majority leader, and for one term in the Maine Senate. A leader in the Republican party, he ran in the gubernatorial primary in 1974 and he was among a group of influential Republicans who joined with Democratic Governor Kenneth Curtis in helping to pass a state income tax in 1969. Mr. Richardson was also an early leader in the passage of environmental laws and sponsored a statute that taxed oil shipments passing through Maine waters to create a fund to clean up spills. The precedent-setting legislation became a model for other coastal states. Mr. Richardson will be deeply missed and long remembered by his family, his friends and the State's legislative and political community; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 294)

the following members of the University of Maine at Farmington Men's Rugby Team, who have won the 2009 spring championship of the 17-team tournament: Ray Linck, Daniel MacGlashing, Timothy Jones, Josh McMahon, Ryan Nickerson (captain), Thomas Ross, Taylor Steeves, Daniel Linck, Jason Aceto, Derek Hanrahan, Taber Hammond, Chip Burnham

(captain), Derek Beaudet, Isaac Hutchinson, Eben Bouchard, Barry Coolbrith, Samuel Hill, Curtis Dyer, Jake Hutchinson, Aaron Burr, Mikey Stasalovich, Jeff Gudeczauskas, Brandon Brown, Ben Helinski, Drew Peale, Randy Chaleff, Matt Lewis, James Hanley and Seth Gaffar. The team is coached by Woody Hanstein. We congratulate the members of the team on their achievements this season; (HLS 295)

Lewis Pratt, Jr., of Lewiston, a student at Central Maine Community College, who was named a 2009 Student of the Year by the Maine Community College System. Mr. Pratt and his wife Aimee, who is also a student at Central Maine Community College, have 3 children. He is an active contributing member of the Central Maine Community College community. He is a

member of Phi Theta Kappa and the Student Senate and is the founder of the Rifle and Pistol Club. He is a Cub Scout leader in Lewiston. He has developed training aids that have helped many of his fellow students succeed in the program, has tutored students in math and computers and has provided transportation for students who would otherwise have to walk to school. We extend our congratulations and best wishes to Mr. Pratt on his receiving this well-deserved honor; (HLS 296)

Municipal Clerks Week, May 3 through May 9, 2009, to acknowledge the dedication and accomplishments of municipal clerks throughout the State. We send our appreciation to all municipal clerks, who provide the professional and vital link among the citizens, the local governing bodies and other agencies of government; (HLS 297)

TrainRiders/Northeast, on its 21st anniversary of working to expand passenger train service in the Northeast. In 1989 a group of citizens got together to talk about a return of passenger rail service to Maine, leading to the creation of this grassroots organization. The group, which includes interested people in Maine and several coastal New Hampshire towns, explored the feasibility of Amtrak's extending the Northeast Corridor passenger trains from Boston through New Hampshire to Portland, Maine. With a goal of moving away from dependence on highways and airways to a more balanced system that includes rail service, TrainRiders/Northeast works with elected officials at the local, state and federal levels of government, consumers, rail companies and unions to achieve this goal. We extend our congratulations to TrainRiders/Northeast on its successful twenty-one years of dedication to the community, and we send our best wishes for future success; (HLS 298)

the Wilton Academy Class of 1965, which raised money and manpower to build dugouts at Keneowatha Park in Wilton in memory of their fellow classmate, Bard Elton Davenport, who gave his life for his Nation during the Vietnam War. Bard Davenport was the Senior Class President and was voted Most Athletic by his peers. He played football and basketball, participated in track and field, and, in the winter of 1965, led the Wilton Academy Boys Basketball Team to the Franklin County basketball championship. He also played baseball, beginning in Little League. Warrant Officer Davenport served as a helicopter pilot in the United States Army 1st Cavalry Division. He was killed at the age of 22 when his helicopter was shot down in South Vietnam. We recognize Bard Davenport for his ultimate sacrifice to his country, and we extend our congratulations to the following members of the Wilton Academy Class of 1965 who created a meaningful memorial in his name: Richard Austin, John Backus, Palmer "Skip" Brimigion, Steven Esty, Dawn Girardin, Karen Johnson, Jean (Pomeroy) Lambert, Billy Mayo, Kent Mitchell, Eileen (Miller) Ouellette, Linda (Parker) Abbott, Sharon Parker, Linda (Parlin) Taylor, Pam Trask, John Turtelotte, Brian West and Alice Wilbur, along with Wilton Hardware, Dexter Supply, Wiles Memorial and the Barking Dog Mill; (HLS 299)

Robert J. Buotte, Jr., of Mexico, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 580, 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, Robert organized the building and placement of 6 wooden benches. Four of the benches will be placed along the half-mile walking trail located behind the Hosmer Field Complex. Another will be placed at the Rumford Public Library, and one will be placed near the Paul Bunyan statue at the Rumford Information Center. We extend our congratulations to Robert on this achievement; (HLS 300)

Kate Buck, of Buckfield, on her retirement after 36 years of teaching. After graduating from Buckfield High School, Ms. Buck attended the University of Maine at Presque Isle, where she received her bachelor's degree in physical education in 1972. She began teaching in the fall of that year in Limestone, Maine and taught there until the spring of 1976. Kate then returned to Buckfield and has taught in the Buckfield school system ever since. She has coached many sports teams, some to state championships, worked as a referee and worked and managed her family farm. She has tirelessly served her community, which was founded by her ancestors. We acknowledge her dedicated service to her profession, her students and the community, and we send her our best wishes and congratulations on her retirement; (HLS 301)

the Reverend Ruth Merriam, of Kennebunkport, who has been named the 2008 Firefighter of the Year by the York County Firefighters Association. Rev. Merriam is the firefighter chaplain for the Kennebunkport Fire Department. She has been with the Kennebunkport Fire Department for more than 6 years. She makes herself available to the fire department no matter what the hour. She keeps in her car toys, coats, blankets and other supplies to help the people who have been driven from their homes because of a fire. After 9/11, Rev. Merriam started a Public Safety Service at her church, The Church on the Cape in Cape Porpoise. The service is held each year on the Sunday closest to 9/11 and honors all the firefighters, police officers and emergency medical personnel in the town. We extend our appreciation to the Reverend Merriam for her commitment to the citizens of the State and congratulate her on her receiving this award; (HLS 302)

Sharon Prosser, of Old Orchard Beach, for her 36 years of teaching. Mrs. Prosser is a recipient of the Milken Educator Award and has been president of the York Teachers Association. We extend our appreciation to Mrs. Prosser for her dedication and commitment to the youth of the State; (HLS 303)

Thomas Knight, of Dixfield, who has received the Mr. Maine Basketball Award and was named the Maine Gatorade Player of the Year for his exceptional high school basketball career. These are the highest honors in the State in boys basketball. He was also unanimously selected as the Mountain Valley Conference's player of the year. Thomas is the first player from Dirigo High School to receive the prestigious Mr. Maine Basketball Award and is the all-time leading scorer in Dirigo High School history at 1,326 points. Thomas plans to attend the University of Notre Dame in the fall, where he has received a full athletic scholarship. We extend our congratulations to Thomas on his receiving these awards and for these major accomplishments, and we wish him success in the future; (HLS 304)

Lowell and Karen Piper, of Embden, owners of Piper Farm, who have been selected as the 2008 Outstanding Conservation

Farmers of the Year by the Somerset County Soil and Water Conservation District. Mr. and Mrs. Piper have owned and operated Piper Farm for more than 40 years. They have installed many practices on the farm that contribute greatly to the conservation of natural resources. Piper Farm has been recognized previously for this distinction: once when the farm was owned by Mr. Piper's parents and 3 times since Mr. and Mrs. Piper have owned the farm. We extend our congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Piper on their receiving this award; (HLS 305)

Jamie Kane, of Dover-Foxcroft, an investigator for the Piscataquis County Sheriff's Department, for his professionalism, patience and determination in helping persuade a person to surrender to police. Investigator Kane patiently talked with the person for about two hours by cell phone before the person

surrendered to police. Investigator Kane's training helped him to take control of the situation, which could have ended in someone's getting seriously hurt. We extend our appreciation to Investigator Kane for his commitment to keeping the citizens of the State safe; (HLS 306)

Rosemarie Avery, of York, for her more than 20 years of dedicated service to the Town of York. Ms. Avery began her career in 1988. She cooked and served meals for the area senior center. She is retiring as administrative assistant to the assessor. We extend our appreciation to Ms. Avery for all that she has contributed to her community over the past 2 decades; (HLS 307)

the 100th Commencement at the University of Maine at Presque Isle. For more than a century, the university has been providing liberal arts and selected professional programs and serving as a cultural and educational resource for the entire region. The University of Maine at Presque Isle was founded in 1903 as the Aroostook State Normal School and has undergone four name changes since then: in 1952, it was renamed Aroostook State Teachers College; in 1965, it became Aroostook State College; three years later, it was renamed Aroostook State College of the University of Maine; and since 1971, it has been known as the University of Maine at Presque Isle. We extend our congratulations to the good members of the entire University of Maine at Presque Isle community as they celebrate the 100th commencement of this fine Maine institution; (HLS 308)

the 20th Anniversary of Meals for ME in Millinocket, a senior meal program that has prepared over 150,000 meals for home-bound and dining room patrons in the tri-town area. Carmen Brigalli and Raymond Paoletti were instrumental in bringing the Meals for ME program to the Katahdin Region. We send them our appreciation, and we congratulate all the people involved in Meals for ME on this anniversary; (HLS 309)

Ashley Grant, of East Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being named the Valedictorian of the 2009 graduating class of Schenck High School. We extend our congratulations to Ashley on this achievement; (HLS 310)

Anthony Moffatt, of East Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being named the Salutatorian of the 2009 graduating class of Schenck High School. We extend our congratulations to Anthony on this achievement; (HLS 311)

Franklin Savings Bank, of Farmington, the only locally owned bank in Franklin County, which was ranked as the Strongest Bank in Maine by TheStreet.com, an independent provider of ratings and analyses of financial services companies, mutual funds and stocks. Franklin Savings Bank is the only "A" rated bank in Maine and one of only two banks in New England to receive this rating. Franklin Savings Bank celebrated its 140th anniversary last year and has been given a high rank by other organizations rating financial institutions. We extend our congratulations to Franklin Savings Bank on its receiving these high ratings; (HLS 312)