September 4, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1509 the California Parks and Recreation Society, struction to skilled psychological support for Food for Progress program for Bosnia be District III board. traumatized youth. UMCOR has contributed made available to NGOs to implement food Fred Castro has been a mentor to many about $4.7 million in private resources to or monetization programs. Bosnia since 1993. professionals within the parks and recreation 4. That the USAID Partnership with NGOs Rapid Response: NGOs are on the ground, be re-established in Bosnia and Herzegovina. community. The 13th district has been greatly have the experience, connections, and dem- CONCLUSION enriched by Fred Castro's enthusiasm and onstrated capacity to move quickly when the dedication. U.S. Government wants something done. We have heard the U.S. Government speak Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues When the U.S. Government wanted to imple- of the need for a relief-to-development ‘‘con- ment $25 million worth of housing recon- tinuum,’’ in which an emphasis is made to to join me in thanking Mr. Fred Castro for 32 ensure a smooth transition from relief ac- years of exceptional public service. struction immediately this year, they turned to the NGOs. tivities to more sustainable development ac- f Competitive Pricing: NGOs were not al- tivities. We do not believe the current policy lowed to compete for MIS and BRFF. We feel is following a continuum. Rather than in- TESTIMONY OF DR. KENNETH that NGOs can do provide the same level of cluding all levels of Bosnian society, the U.S. LUTGEN work as a for-profit contractor at a lower Government is making a rapid shift toward price and, in addition, bring substantial in- working only with the Bosnian Government HON. GEORGE P. RADANOVICH kind contribution to the projects. NGOs have and larger businesses. This limits assistance the capacity to implement large programs: which is direct to vulnerable groups and OF CALIFORNIA UMCOR is currently implementing a $30 mil- microenterprises which potentially could IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lion Shelter Materials project funded by the employ significant numbers of people. This Wednesday, September 4, 1996 United Nations High Commissioner for Refu- policy is not a continuum, it is a step back- gees and a $6.3 million Emergency Shelter wards, away from all the accomplishments Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I recently program funded by USAID/Office of Foreign made by U.S. Government assistance in learned that Dr. Kenneth Lutgen, deputy gen- Disaster Assistance. Bosnia over the last few years. eral secretary for the United Methodist Com- Sustainability: While a contractor will do f mittee on Relief will be testifying this fall be- the job and leave, NGOs are committed to- fore the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, wards sustainable development and consider RECOGNIZING CHINESE NATIONAL the development of capable local organiza- DAY Subcommittee on European Affairs. Dr. Lutgen tions an important goal of their activities. is an insightful individual who possesses an UMCOR’s USAID-funded Municipal Rehabili- excellent command of the projects necessary tation Project has rebuilt houses and com- HON. BILL BAKER to bring economic stability and political calm munity facilities, while promoting inter-eth- OF CALIFORNIA back to the war-torn areas of Bosnia. I would nic cooperation which will last long after IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES like to include for the RECORD a useful sum- UMCOR leaves Bosnia. Wednesday, September 4, 1996 mary that Dr. Lutgen has provided me in ad- Strengthening of Democracy: Many of the vance of his subcommittee remarks. activities of NGOs directly implement the Mr. BAKER of California. Mr. Speaker, on goals of the Dayton accord, such as conflict SUMMARY OF PROPOSED TESTIMONY ON THE resolution, electoral mobilization, and inter- October 9, several thousand men and women BOSNIAN PEACE PROCESS BY THE UNITED ethnic cooperation. will gather in San Francisco to celebrate the METHODIST COMMITTEE ON RELIEF [UMCOR] Civilian Security: NGOs, by working close- 85th anniversary of the National Day of the TO THE SENATE FOREIGN RELATIONS COM- ly with beneficiaries, provide a sense of secu- Republic of China. This event recognizes the MITTEE, SUBCOMMITTEE ON EUROPEAN AF- rity. Throughout the war, NGOs were there beginning of China's move toward democracy, FAIRS for the most vulnerable groups and have and deserves the recognition of this House. The testimony will be presented by Dr. built up credibility with Bosnians. Working This past spring, the Republic of China held with for-profit groups brings in new players Kenneth Lutgen, the Deputy General Sec- the first-ever democratic election of its Presi- retary for the United Methodist Committee with no credibility at the grass roots level. on Relief. Positive Popular Impact: NGOs are popular dent. Prior to the election, I had the privilege Dr. Lutgen will present a summary of with Bosnians and present a positive image of meeting with Mr. Chen Rong-jye, the sec- UMCOR’s programs in Bosnia and for the U.S. Groups whose principal goal is ond-ranking official of the Taipei Economic Herzegovina. The UMCOR Former Yugo- to help the Bosnian people increase good will and Cultural Office here in Washington. He slavia Program began in 1993 and has since towards the U.S. showed me a map on which was indicated the expanded to over 15 projects, with a current We agree with the need for large infra- locations of mainland China's missile total value of over $42,000,000. UMCOR is op- structure and enterprise promotion pro- grams, but we feel that this is not a com- launchings in the area around Taiwan, erating out of eight program offices through- launchings intended to intimidate the Republic out Bosnia and has a staff of over 220. plete response to the needs of the Bosnian UMCOR, as well as other non-govern- people and the Bosnian Peace Process. of China and discourage its democratic elec- mental organizations (NGOs) operating in We feel that the USAID projects are overly tions. Bosnia, is deeply concerned about the cur- top-down and do not address the needs of This bullying tactic failed. The courage of rent U.S. Government policy toward assist- vulnerable groups. the Republic of China and its people deserves ance to the Bosnian reconstruction. As we There will be no funds specifically for in- come-generation, which would reach those high praise wherever liberty is of value, most understand it, the current policy of the U.S. especially in our own country. Agency for International Development in-need. Instead funds are channeled only through large-scale enterprise promotion ve- National Day is a time when the Chinese (USAID) is to channel all funds for Bosnia people can reflect on a proud heritage and through two projects, (1) the Municipal In- hicles. Sectors where NGOs typically work, in- frastructure project, and (2) the Bosnia Re- contemplate a future of hope and promise. I cluding education, social programs, pro- construction Finance Facility. These am pleased to extend my best wishes to all in motion of civil society, and conflict resolu- projects are designed to work primarily San Francisco who will gather to rejoice in the tion, are being neglected by current U.S. through U.S. contractors and banks, large Government assistance. blessings and benefits of their history, and Bosnian firms, and the Bosnian Government. The MIS and BRFF projects work with new commend them for upholding the values of There will be no funds available directly to players who will need to build up relations family, work, responsibility, and love of free- assist vulnerable groups, repatriating refu- and experience of working in Bosnia’s unique dom so faithfully. gees, or microenterprises, groups tradition- environment. This represents time lost in f ally reached by NGO activities. Bosnia’s reconstruction. We feel that these projects overlook the Therefore, UMCOR recommends the follow- DELAURO HONORS HOMETOWN benefits NGOs can provide to reaching other ing changes to the U.S. Government civilian OLYMPIAN groups, as well as a longer-term effect on the policy in Bosnia: Peace Process and the strengthening of de- 1. That the U.S. Agency for International mocracy in Bosnia. Development (USAID) make future funding HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO The unique benefits of NGOs include: for the Municipal Infrastructure Program OF CONNECTICUT Constituency: Many NGOs have large con- (MIS) available through open bidding, allow- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stituencies who support their overseas pro- ing NGOs to compete. grams. UMCOR represents 10 million United 2. That $30 million be set aside for NGOs Wednesday, September 4, 1996 Methodists worldwide who support projects from the Bosnian Reconstruction Finance with cash, relief supplies, and their own Facility (BRFF) to implement microenter- Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I am delighted time. UMCOR has sent over 250 United Meth- prise activities. to rise today to honor Steven Segaloff as he odist volunteers into Bosnia, providing as- 3. That the $10 million in agricultural re- returns from the 1996 Summer Olympic sistance in everything from building con- sources currently set aside for the USDA games in Atlanta, GA. On Wednesday, August E1510 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 4, 1996 14 the Jewish Community Center of Greater tember 8, 1996, the Congregation Tifereth Is- will be formally inducted into the Missouri New Haven sponsored a Welcome Olympian rael, known to many as the Greenport Jewish Press Association Newspaper Hall of Fame in celebration for Steven. Center, will celebrate its 95th anniversary. honor of his exemplary contributions to jour- I have known Steven for many years and The temple's origins date back to the late nalism, his leadership in the industry, and his am a close friend of his parents, Barbara and 1800's, when these Jewish families came to commitment to the community. Jim Segaloff. It gives me great pleasure to be this bucolic fishing village seeking an im- Mr. Shuck started in the newspaper busi- able to recognize Steven's achievements. As proved economic lifestyle in the countryside ness 45 years ago as a young newspaper car- a member of the Olympic crew team, Steven 100 miles east of New York City. The ortho- rier. As his interest in newspapers developed, has embodied all that we have come to expect dox believers among them founded Tifereth Is- Mr. Shuck began writing and worked his way and admire in Olympic athletes. Originally in- rael in October of 1901 with the desire to build to sports editor for the Daily Gazette in troduced to the sport by his father, Steven has a synagogue to feed their spiritual hunger and McCook, NE. He later worked in advertising truly made it his own. to encourage development of a larger Jewish sales and management at the Daily Star in Crew is a sport which requires exceptional community. Miles City, MT, and the Omaha World Herald. teamwork. The coxswain must coordinate the While the founders worked to raise the Mr. Shuck has served as publisher for the eight men rowing, guide the boat, and moti- $1,430 needed to build the original temple, Bates County Democrat in Butler, MO, Town- vate the team. It is the role of the coxswain to congregation members opened their homes send Communications and the Lee's Summit pull the team together to function as a cohe- for Sabbath and Holy Day services. By May of Journal where he has published papers for 28 sive unit. This role demands keen judgment 1903 enough was raised to build a modest years. He also is a longtime member and the and extraordinary skill as a tactician. Through- New England-style cottage that served as the current secretary of the Missouri Press Asso- out his rowing career, Steven has proven him- synagogue. A devout Orthodox congregation, ciation. self to be a master of these skills and an in- the synagogue was constructed with a balcony Those who work with him at the Journal say valuable member of the team. for female worshippers, a bina or dais in the his intense love and knowledge of the news- Steven first began to row at the Yale Boat- sanctuary's center, and a ritual pool called a paper business grows each and every day. Al- house on the Housatonic River in Derby, Mikvah in the basement. The Torah Ark was ways striving for excellence, Mr. Shuck contin- where he filled in for regular varsity coxes built against the rear wall and faced east, ues to oversee every aspect of the news- when they missed practice. He continued to symbolizing the hope that Jerusalem would be paper's production. His wisdom and experi- cox for Cornell University's Varsity crew team. restored as the capitol of Judaism and the sa- ence ensures depth and substance in news Upon graduation from Cornell, Steven went to cred temple rebuilt to replace the one de- coverage. Mr. Shuck also is known for his at- work for Senator JOSEPH BIDEN as a staff as- stroyed by the Romans in 70 A.D. tention to detail, often catching the smallest sistant to the Senate Judiciary Committee in When a rabbi was hired, the synagogue's typo before the paper goes to print. 1993. However, his plans to continue in poli- board of directors required that he devote 3 Having served communities throughout the tics and law were put on hold indefinitely when hours each day to religious education. Edu- heartland, Mr. Shuck has developed a deep he was asked to cox for the national team. In cation remains a vital component of the tem- understanding and appreciation of the Amer- the past 3 years of preparation for the Olym- ple's activities that include a Hebrew school, ican experience. He has been described as pics, Steven has coxed the national team to Bar and Bat Mitzvah instruction, adult classes, the ``conscience of Lee's Summit'' for his role first place finishes at the 1994 World Rowing lectures and intercongregational activities. To as a community watchdog and for his efforts Championships, the 1994 Henley Royal accommodate its membership, the synagogue to improve the quality of life for area residents. Regetta in London, the 1994 Goodwill Games, was enlarged in the 1920's though the sanc- Mr. Shuck does not simply report on events and the 1995 Pan American Games in Argen- tuary was left intact. During the temple's life and life in Lee's Summit. He is an integral part tina. span a more ritual centrist Jewish population of the community, one of the fastest growing Steven came to the Olympic games with the settled in the area affecting an ideological areas in the State. In his efforts to promote same drive and determination that he brought change in the synagogue's practices, including economic development and contribute as a to those competitions. The U.S. team qualified no longer segregating the genders during community partner, he serves as a member of for the finals with a win in the first heat and services and allowing women to become full the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce, the finished in fifth place. Although Steven is dis- participants in all rituals. Lee's Summit Downtown Main Street, Inc., appointed to have missed the gold medal, Throughout its 95 years, Tifereth Israel has Lee's Summit Economic Development Council New Haven is nothing but proud. Steven has been deservedly known for its benevolent ef- and Lee's Summit Rotary. Mr. Shuck is being recognized in Lee's shown all of us the beauty of an athlete pursu- forts, raising money for charities and offering Summit today by his friends, family, staff, and ing a dream with extraordinary commitment, assistance to needy members of the con- neighbors. We salute his commitment to solid dedication, and passion. He has truly em- gregation and community a large. The syna- journalism, uncompromising integrity, and bodied the spirit of the Olympic games. gogue's members are vital contributors to the community enhancement. I send my sincere I am very pleased to join Steven's parents Greenport Ecumenical Council, raising funds congratulations to Mr. Shuck, his family, and and friends as they welcome him back from and aiding the needy of all faiths. Tifereth Is- all at the Lee's Summit Journal who contribute the Olympics. I offer my heartfelt congratula- rael congregants are also active supporters of to his success and help fulfill his vision. tions on a job well done. The United States the Patish Outreach effort at St. Agnes Roman has everything to be proud of in this great ath- Catholic Church. f lete. Just as importantly, the congregation has INTRODUCING A BILL TO REDUCE f strived to preserve its Jewish heritage and MEDICARE PAYMENTS TO offer its members spiritual sustenance. In that TRANSPLANT CENTERS FOR A TRIBUTE TO CONGREGATION steadfast commitment to its own religious and GENERAL OVERHEAD COSTS TIFERETH ISRAEL cultural heritage, the synagogue has enriched the entire east end of Long Island. Congratula- HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK HON. MICHAEL P. FORBES tions, Tifereth Israel. Mazel Tov. OF CALIFORNIA OF NEW YORK f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN TRIBUTE TO W. FERRELL Wednesday, September 4, 1996 Wednesday, September 4, 1996 SHUCK, PUBLISHER OF THE Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to LEE’S SUMMIT JOURNAL ducing a bill which will save Medicare millions pay tribute to the Congregation Tifereth Israel of dollars each year. This savings will not in- in Greenport, Long Island, NY, a focal point of HON. KAREN McCARTHY volve a decrease in coverage for Medicare Jewish religious and cultural life on Long Is- OF MISSOURI beneficiaries. It simply allows us to stop pay- land's North Fork since it was founded 95 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing someone else's laundry bill, and I mean years ago. that literally. Founded in 1901 by a few trail-blazing Jew- Wednesday, September 4, 1996 Medicare was established to provide basic ish families, many of them merchants that set- Ms. McCARTHY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today protection against the costs of health care tled near the North Fork's easternmost point, to pay tribute to one of Missouri's great news- while providing quality services. As organ this sanctuary has flourished into a corner- men, W. Ferrell Shuck, publisher of the Lee's transplants became a medical reality, Medi- stone of the Greenport community. On Sep- Summit Journal. On October 18, Mr. Shuck care became a full insurer for kidney, heart,