In Recognition of Nancy Hubbard for Her Lifetime of Service to the Dearborn Community

Topics:  Ford Motor Company, Nancy Hubbard

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell
Congressional Record: 115th Congress
Extensions of Remarks
17 July 2017

  Mrs. DlNGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. Nancy 
Hubbard for her service and dedication to the City of Dearborn. As one 
of the city's longest serving City Council members, Ms. Hubbard was a 
tireless public servant who left a legacy of achievement and will be 
missed.
  Ms. Hubbard began her career as a secretary with Ford Motor Company 
and later worked for the Dearborn Department of Public Works and 
Dearborn Department of Building and Safety. She was elected to the 
Dearborn City Council in 1990 and compiled a distinguished record of 
success during her 24 years on the council. Ms. Hubbard has spent 16 
years serving as the Council President Pro Tem, where she used the 
leadership position to advocate on behalf of the city's residents. She 
played a key role in the establishment of the Ford Community and 
Performing Arts Center and in expanding the greenway trail system in 
the city. She was also involved in economic development initiatives, 
including the establishment of the Dearborn Town Center and the 
redevelopment of the Warren Avenue and Dix-Vernor business corridors. 
As a result of her work, Dearborn has been transformed
into a thriving community that effectively serves the needs of the 
city's residents.
  Ms. Hubbard's commitment to public service and the City of Dearborn 
helped improve the quality of life for the community while driving 
economic development in the area. As a lifelong resident of Dearborn, 
Ms. Hubbard's deep ties to the area allowed her to effectively engage 
with her constituents and address pressing issues facing the city at 
large. She was a tireless advocate during her career with the City 
Council who remained personally engaged with city's residents 
throughout her life, and her passion for public service will be missed. 
It is my hope that the city will continue to build on Ms. Hubbard's 
outstanding legacy.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Ms. Nancy 
Hubbard for her public service with the Dearborn City Council. Ms. 
Hubbard lived a life dedicated to public service and well-being of 
others.