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CELEBRATING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF PORT HURON, MICHIGAN FOR 15 YEARS 
                          OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE

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                          HON. LISA C. McCLAIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 4, 2025

  Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
extraordinary leadership and enduring commitment of Mayor Pauline Repp, 
who has served the City of Port Huron with distinction for 15 years as 
Mayor. Her tenure exemplifies the values of dedication, 
professionalism, and selfless service that define an exceptional public 
servant.
  Mayor Repp's life story is as inspiring as her career. Born in 
England and raised across three countries--England, Canada, and the 
United States--she became a U.S. citizen in 1988. She began her 
professional journey in advertising, eventually serving as Assistant to 
the Publisher of the Times Herald. In 1977, she paused her career to 
focus on raising her family, but her drive to contribute to her 
community remained unwavering.
  Her commitment to public service began in 1983 when she joined the 
City of Port Huron as Executive Secretary to the City Manager. Her 
intelligence and reliability earned her the respect of her colleagues, 
leading to her promotion as City Clerk in 1989, a position she held for 
nearly two decades. During her tenure, she achieved the prestigious 
designation of Master Municipal Clerk, underscoring her dedication to 
the people she serves.
  In 2009, Mayor Repp's passion for improving her community led her to 
public office. After serving as Chair of the City's Charter Commission, 
she was elected Mayor of Port Huron and re-elected six more times. Her 
leadership has been transformative, steering the City toward progress 
while fostering a spirit of collaboration and unity,
  Beyond her mayoral duties, Mayor Repp serves as Chair for the 
Southeast Michigan Council of Governments and contributes to its 
Executive, Budget, and Regional Review Committees. She holds prominent 
roles with the Michigan Association of Mayors, Lake Huron Medical 
Center Board, St. Clair County Child Abuse Neglect Council, and 
numerous other boards and organizations. Her work reflects an 
unwavering commitment to the welfare of her community.
  Mayor Repp's influence extends beyond her professional achievements. 
She and her husband Greg have raised four children and enjoy the 
company of six grandchildren. Having lived in Port Huron for nearly 50 
years, she embodies the spirit of the city she has tirelessly served.
  Mr. Speaker, Mayor Pauline Repp's 15 years of exemplary service have 
left an indelible mark on the City of Port Huron. Her visionary 
leadership, dedication to public service, and commitment to her 
community stand as a testament to what local government can achieve. 
Let us honor Mayor Repp's remarkable legacy and express our deepest 
gratitude for her years of service.

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