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Suzan K. DelBene

Representative for Washington · Democratic · United States

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY…

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Throughout his career, Mike has embodied true civic leadership. Long before holding public office, he volunteered countless hours at local schools, youth programs, and parks, helping enrich the lives of young people and families throughout the region.

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Throughout his career, Mike has embodied true civic leadership. Long before holding public office, he volunteered countless hours at local schools, youth programs, and parks, helping enrich the lives of young people and families throughout the region.

HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY · 2026-07-21 · READ IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY…

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In 2020, Mike also stepped into the role of Director of Public Works & Development Services during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing steady leadership during an extraordinarily challenging time.

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In 2020, Mike also stepped into the role of Director of Public Works & Development Services during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing steady leadership during an extraordinarily challenging time.

HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY · 2026-07-21 · READ IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD

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  1. In 2020, Mike also stepped into the role of Director of Public Works & Development Services during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing steady leadership during an extraordinarily challenging time. Mike's legacy is reflected not only in the projects he led and positions he held, but in the many lives he touched through his generosity, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to public service. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking Mike Todd for his remarkable contributions to the people of Washington. I congratulate him on his well-earned retirement, thank him for his decades of service, and wish him and his family the very best as he begins the next chapter of his life. ____________________

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  2. Throughout his career, Mike has embodied true civic leadership. Long before holding public office, he volunteered countless hours at local schools, youth programs, and parks, helping enrich the lives of young people and families throughout the region. During his more than fifteen years on the Mill Creek City Council, including two terms as Mayor, he earned a reputation for his thoughtful, pragmatic approach to helping the city grow while preserving the qualities that make it a special place to work, live, and raise a family. His impact extends well beyond Mill Creek. Through his service with Community Transit, the Puget Sound Regional Council, the Snohomish County Cities Group, and other regional organizations, Mike strengthened regional partnerships and advanced policies that continue to serve our communities today.

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  3. Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY ______ HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE of washington in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mike Todd for more than four decades of service to the City of Mill Creek and the people of Snohomish County. From his earliest days as a community volunteer to his service as a Mill Creek City Councilmember, Mayor, and Director of Public Works, Mike has dedicated himself to strengthening the community he has proudly called home since 1983.

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  4. In 2020, Mike also stepped into the role of Director of Public Works & Development Services during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing steady leadership during an extraordinarily challenging time. Mike's legacy is reflected not only in the projects he led and positions he held, but in the many lives he touched through his generosity, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to public service. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking Mike Todd for his remarkable contributions to the people of Washington. I congratulate him on his well-earned retirement, thank him for his decades of service, and wish him and his family the very best as he begins the next chapter of his life. ____________________

    HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY · 2026-07-21 · READ IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD

  5. Throughout his career, Mike has embodied true civic leadership. Long before holding public office, he volunteered countless hours at local schools, youth programs, and parks, helping enrich the lives of young people and families throughout the region. During his more than fifteen years on the Mill Creek City Council, including two terms as Mayor, he earned a reputation for his thoughtful, pragmatic approach to helping the city grow while preserving the qualities that make it a special place to work, live, and raise a family. His impact extends well beyond Mill Creek. Through his service with Community Transit, the Puget Sound Regional Council, the Snohomish County Cities Group, and other regional organizations, Mike strengthened regional partnerships and advanced policies that continue to serve our communities today.

    HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY · 2026-07-21 · READ IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD

  6. Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E719] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY ______ HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE of washington in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mike Todd for more than four decades of service to the City of Mill Creek and the people of Snohomish County. From his earliest days as a community volunteer to his service as a Mill Creek City Councilmember, Mayor, and Director of Public Works, Mike has dedicated himself to strengthening the community he has proudly called home since 1983.

    HONORING MIKE TODD FOR FOUR DECADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY · 2026-07-21 · READ IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD

  7. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Mary was deeply connected to her community in Colville, Washington, where she resided for over 50 years. Her dedication to both her local community and the broader public health landscape left a lasting impact on the state. Mr. Speaker, we ask our colleagues to join us in honoring Mary Selecky's life and contributions to public health, as well as Washington. ____________________

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  8. She began her career as the administrator for the Northeast Tri County Health District. In 1999, she was appointed as the Secretary of Health by Governor Gary Locke and continued in that role under Governors Gregoire and Jay Inslee until her retirement in 2013. During her tenure as Washington's Secretary of Health, Mary was instrumental in reducing smoking rates and increasing childhood vaccination coverage across the state. She was known for her commitment to preventive care and for strengthening the collaboration between state and local health agencies. In 2020, during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the state drew on Mary's commitment to preparedness for a public health emergency. During our time in the cabinet with her, we valued her expertise, tenacity, and mentorship that she provided to all.

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  9. Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 70 (Monday, April 28, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E353] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MARY SELECKY ______ HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE of washington in the house of representatives Monday, April 28, 2025 Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, alongside my colleague Rep. Dan Newhouse, to honor the life and legacy of Washington's former Secretary of Health Mary Selecky, who we both had the honor of serving besides in former Governor Christine Gregoire's cabinet. For over four decades, Mary dedicated her life and career to improving public health across Washington.

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