2001CRE2142 CONGRATULATING RICHARD LUEHRS
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CONGRATULATING RICHARD LUEHRS
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HON. CHRISTOPHER COX
of california
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, November 27, 2001
Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Richard Luehrs on
his retirement as president of the Newport Harbor Area Chamber of
Commerce.
Richard began his service with the NHACC in 1982 as its executive
director, and for the last 15 years has served as president and chief
executive officer. He has helped to expand NHACC's membership to more
than 1,000 businesses.
Richard has been a visible and enthusiastic champion of the free
enterprise system, fostering programs that contribute to the success of
local businesses. Overall, his vision has been one of responsible
growth and development for the city of Newport Beach. To achieve this
goal, he has actively participated in civic development efforts through
his work with the Newport Beach Economic Development Committee, the
State Independent Living Council, the Baden-Powell district for
handicapped Boy Scouts of Orange County, the 552 Club for Hoag
Hospital, and the Newport Beach Building Code Commission on Environment
Quality Affairs.
For these and many other efforts, Richard was recognized in 1995 as
the ``Executive of the Year'' by the Western Association of Chamber
Executives.
During his tenure, Richard has been lovingly supported by his wife,
Susan; son, Richard; and daughter, Samantha.
In behalf of the U.S. Congress, many thanks to Richard Luehrs for his
tireless dedication to the Newport Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce and
the community of Newport Beach.