E1008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 1, 2011 against extending these provisions in the past. IN RECOGNITION OF MS. HELEN land grants—the Rancho San Rafael and Ran- We simply cannot continue to forgo Congres- GOTTLIEB cho La Providencia. In 1867, Dr. David Bur- sional oversight and simply extend these au- bank, who was extraordinarily active in Los thorities, without amendment or debate, be- HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. Angeles real estate, purchased segments of cause we are told that these provisions are OF NEW JERSEY both ranchos, and merged them to create a critical to our national security. It is incumbent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES large ranch where he built a ranch house, on Members of Congress to consider the po- Wednesday, June 1, 2011 raised sheep and sporadically sold off diminu- tential overreach of these provisions and the tive portions of land. Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to potential threat to our most basic freedoms. In the late 1800s, Dr. Burbank sold a stretch recognize Ms. Helen Gottlieb, Chairwoman of of right-of-way to the Southern Pacific Rail- In the wake of the attacks of September the Middlesex County Democratic Organiza- road, and subsequently sold his property to a 11th, we rightfully committed to do what we tion in New Jersey, upon the occasion of her group of land speculators, which led to the es- must to protect ourselves from future terror at- retirement. Chairwoman Gottlieb is a strong tablishment of the Providencia Land, Water tacks. But we must balance our security with Democratic leader in Middlesex County who and Development Company. As speculators the need to protect ourselves against unnec- has made immeasurable contributions to her designed a business district and subdivided essary federal intrusion into our private lives, community and the Democratic Party. Ms. the property into residential lots and small which is an essential part of what it means to Gottlieb’s service is undoubtedly deserving of farms, the formation of the City of Burbank be an American and must not be sacrificed. this body’s recognition. began. In addition to her public service, Chair- Simply reauthorizing these provisions, with- The City of Burbank flourished over the woman Gottlieb has amassed an impressive out careful and deliberate debate about their years, and its continuous progress has been professional resume. Helen served as a dedi- potential impact, is a disservice to the Amer- extraordinary. In the 1920s, the real estate cated teacher of English as a Second Lan- market boomed, the Magnolia Park sector was ican people and threatens our fundamental lib- guage with the South Plainfield school district erties. developed, and the area boasted a shopping from 1970 through 1994. Beginning in 1980, center, a bank, and Burbank’s very own radio That is why I vote against the extension be- as a member of the Edison Township Board of station. Burbank’s sought after location and fore us today. Adjustments, Helen faithfully served the local available space also attracted the aviation and residents. She later served as President of the entertainment industries. In the mid-1920s, the f Edison Menlo Oaks Democratic Club and was Lockheed Aircraft Company purchased a por- a member of the Edison Township Planning tion of Burbank farmland, and built a plant for JANET ROUNTREE TRIBUTE Board. Her outstanding mentoring and leader- the production of its planes. Lockheed em- ship led to her appointment as Assistant Prin- ployed 94,000 individuals by the time the cipal of South Plainfield High School in 1994, United States entered World War II. As a tes- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON where she served for ten years. Helen also tament to their success, Lockheed’s Burbank- served as co-chair of the Middlesex County OF COLORADO built aircraft helped win the Battle of Britain. Clinton/Gore Presidential Campaign and Edi- Additionally, the motion picture business IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES son, New Jersey Democratic Vice-Chair. She moved to Burbank in the 1920s. A 78-acre site currently serves as New Jersey State Com- Wednesday, June 1, 2011 was originally home to First National Pictures, mittee Member and Middlesex County Demo- and later to the Warner Bros. Following its Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cratic Chair, having previously serving as Vice footsteps were Columbia Pictures and the recognize Janet Rountree for her lifelong com- Chair. I commend Helen for her continued Walt Disney Company. mitment to community service and activism. service on behalf of the residents of Middlesex The year of 1943 marked the opening of the From a young age, Ms. Rountree has played County. new Burbank City Hall, which has been As a result of her exceptional work, Helen an integral role in young, conservative groups named to the National Register of Historic has received countless awards and honors for in Colorado, and in a number of state offices. Buildings. In the 1960s and 1970s, Burbank her achievements. She was awarded the Her devotion to public television, education attracted more key players of the Hollywood ‘‘Woman of Achievement’’ Award and Com- and curing disease is a truly exemplary trait. entertainment industry. By 1962, Burbank be- mendation from the New Jersey General As- came the permanent home of the National Among many other pursuits, Ms. Rountree sembly, 18th District, in 1999 and 1997, re- Broadcasting Company. In 1978, the airport currently serves as a precinct committee spectively. Helen was also the recipient of the was purchased from Lockheed, and today, the woman in Arapahoe County, is a member of Middlesex County Woman of Excellence Bob Hope Airport, governed by the Burbank- the Cherry Creek Republican Women’s Club, Award in Education in 1993. She was featured Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority, is the and the Colorado Lincoln Club. Since Ronald in The News Tribune ‘‘Applause’’ Section in largest privately owned community airport in Reagan, she has volunteered on every Re- 1991 and was the New Jersey ESL Teacher the country. The 1980s highlighted the revital- publican Presidential campaign and several of the Year in 1990, and most recently was ization and evolution of Burbank’s downtown Senate, Congressional and local races. For a the recipient of the Federation of Democratic area, with its collection of numerous res- decade, she was a legislative aid in state Sen- Women’s Peg Roberts Award. Helen currently taurants and multi-screen movie theatres. In resides in Edison, New Jersey with her hus- ator Paul Schauer’s office and ran numerous the 1990s, the Burbank Recycle Center and band, Judge Joel Gottlieb. They have two chil- fundraisers for the state Republican Party. the Regional Intermodal Transportation Center dren and two grandsons. Ms. Rountree is also immensely dedicated were opened. Mr. Speaker, once again I would like to ex- to the education and health of children in Col- I am honored to represent the great City of tend my gratitude to Chairwoman Helen Gott- orado. She is a volunteer Trail Guide for the Burbank, which is thriving with multi-dimen- lieb for her exceptional contributions to the Denver Aquarium, a special events coordi- sional industries, and yet has not lost its residents of my district and wish her well in small-town atmosphere. I ask all Members to nator at Colorado’s Museum of Nature and her retirement. Science and has volunteered at several fund- join me in congratulating the residents of Bur- f raising events for the state’s Children’s Hos- bank on its centennial anniversary. pital. She also has volunteered over 5,000 A TRIBUTE TO THE CITY OF f hours to the Rocky Mountain PBS Television BURBANK HONORING DR. ROBERT CARR station. HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to stand and pay HON. BARBARA LEE tribute to Janet Rountree. Her dedication and OF CALIFORNIA OF CALIFORNIA service to public office in Colorado is admi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rable. The time she has given to volunteer ef- Wednesday, June 1, 2011 forts throughout the state is equally commend- Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Wednesday, June 1, 2011 able. I am grateful for her commitment to the honor the City of Burbank upon its 100th anni- Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor people of Colorado and her community and versary. the extraordinary life of Dr. Robert Carr. A have no doubt that her impact will be felt for The land occupied by the present City of long-time leader, activist and researcher in the many years. Burbank was part of two colossal Spanish prevention of HIV/AIDS and the promotion of

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:23 Jun 02, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K01JN8.005 E01JNPT1 smartinez on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS June 1, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1009 human rights, Dr. Carr’s prolific work bene- GEORGE WHITTEN TRIBUTE Children’s Free Ward Association. Through fitted communities all over the world, including their efforts countless children have been in Jamaica and the Caribbean. In his most re- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON given the gifts of health and life. Conceived cent role as Director of Policy and Advocacy OF COLORADO with the idea of helping the smallest and poor- at the International Coalition of AIDS Services IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES est in our midst receive quality healthcare, the Organizations (ICASO) in Toronto, Canada, Wednesday, June 1, 2011 Children’s Free Ward Association has proven Dr. Carr was a dynamic and effective leader. over the last century that with charity, deter- Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The global AIDS movement is devastated by mination and a willingness to work, we can ac- recognize George Whitten for his service to the untimely loss of one of their most beloved complish great things. I commend the volun- the United States of America. He is one of the colleagues. With his passing, we look to Dr. teers, healthcare providers and supporters for many men and women who put themselves in Carr’s continued legacy and the outstanding their vision, commitment and enthusiasm to harm’s way to protect our country and its val- quality of his life’s work. provide hope and health to the children and ues. families of Saginaw and I wish them continued Dr. Carr became active in the field of HIV/ Mr. Whitten, now a rancher in Saguache, success through the next 100 years. AIDS over a decade ago, when he began to Colorado, enlisted during World War II. He research stigma and discrimination against was an exemplary soldier and his efforts con- f people living with HIV in Jamaica. In 2002, he tributed to the United States’ success in the PERSONAL EXPLANATION became Executive Director of Jamaica AIDS Pacific Theater. Towards the end of the war, Support for Life, a national NGO serving Ja- he was one of the soldiers who saw the Amer- HON. GEORGE MILLER maican society’s most disenfranchised popu- ican flag raised at Iwo Jima. The victories, and OF CALIFORNIA lations, including prisoners, the hearing im- struggles, he saw are humbling to con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES paired, people who use drugs, sex workers, template. We owe a debt of gratitude to the transgender people, and gay and other men servicemen of his generation, and to all who Wednesday, June 1, 2011 who have sex with men. In response to a lack have bravely served our country. Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. of access to HIV and health services in Ja- Mr. Speaker, it is truly an honor to stand Speaker, I was unable to be present for the maica, he co-founded and was first Executive and pay tribute to George Whitten. His dedica- vote on May 26, 2011, to temporarily reauthor- Director of the Caribbean Vulnerable Commu- tion to our country is immense, and for that I ize expiring provisions of the Patriot Act. Had nities Coalition (CVC), one of the first Carib- am grateful. I been present I would have voted against S. bean organizations to focus on issues related f 990, the legislative vehicle for the PATRIOT to the rights and needs of sexual minorities. RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVER- Act, because I believe that law fails to provide As a result of his intellect, passion and tal- SARY OF THE CHILDREN’S FREE for the adequate protection of our freedoms ent for collaboration, Dr. Carr began a fast as- WARD ASSOCIATION and liberties. cent to leadership positions within the AIDS f movement and his work quickly took on a HON. DALE E. KILDEE global scope. The author of several books, Dr. CODIFICATION OF LAWS RELATING OF MICHIGAN Carr wrote extensively on human rights and TO NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM AS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HIV, as well as on the social context that TITLE 54, UNITED STATES CODE, drives stigma and discrimination. From 2006 Wednesday, June 1, 2011 NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM to 2008, he taught at the University of the Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to West Indies, serving as the Coordinator of the congratulate the Children’s Free Ward Asso- HON. LAMAR SMITH Graduate Programmes Unit at the Caribbean ciation for 100 years of caring for the needs of OF TEXAS Institute of Media and Communication. In re- poor, sick children in the Saginaw Michigan IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cent years, Dr. Carr served on the NGO dele- area. The Association will celebrate this mile- Wednesday, June 1, 2011 gation to the UNAIDS Programme Coordi- stone at St. Mary’s of Michigan Hospital on nating Board (PCB) and joined with other June 2 in Saginaw. Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Ranking global advocates to found the Global Forum The Children’s Free Ward Association was Member JOHN CONYERS and I have introduced on MSM & HIV (MSMGF). He acted as a pan- started in 1911 by a group of women dedi- a bill to enact title 54, United States Code, elist for numerous Congressional Briefings in cated to assisting the poor in the Saginaw ‘‘National Park System’’. The bill restates pro- Washington D.C., worked with the LGBT Cau- community. It grew out of the women’s sewing visions relating to the National Park System as cus and assisted with high-level meetings at circle, hospital volunteers that devoted hours part of a new positive law title of the United the U.N., as well as countless other global pol- to sewing and repairing patient garments and States Code. The new positive law provisions icy arenas. linens. In the beginning the Association rented replace the existing provisions, which are re- one bed from St. Mary’s Hospital for $12 a pealed by the bill. In these myriad roles, Dr. Carr was univer- week. The physicians and surgeons donated The bill was prepared by the Office of the sally recognized for his unrelenting principles, their services to care for the children and the Law Revision Counsel of the House of Rep- his powerful mentorship, his unfailing efforts to Association was soon able to increase their resentatives as part of its ongoing responsi- build bridges across the broad HIV movement, commitment to more beds and cribs. Upon bility under 2 U.S.C. § 285b to prepare, and and his larger-than-life presence. He insisted, discharge from the hospital every sponsored submit to the Committee on the Judiciary one unequivocally, that no marginalized community child was given a new outfit made by the vol- title at a time, a complete compilation, restate- be left behind in the fight for social justice and unteers. Over the years they have advocated ment, and revision of the general and perma- the end of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. As a social and worked to improve pediatric healthcare in nent laws of the United States. worker and an academic, an attentive listener the Saginaw area. They purchased the first in- All changes in existing law made by the bill and an articulate public speaker, Dr. Carr’s cubator and oxygen therapy unit in Saginaw are purely technical in nature. The bill was charming sense of humor, warmth and integ- for premature babies. The members of the As- prepared in accordance with the statutory rity were at the core of his dedication to activ- sociation also volunteered their time to enter- standard for codification legislation. The re- ism. tain and comfort the children. statement of existing law conforms to the un- Today, California’s Ninth Congressional Dis- In the last year the Association has sup- derstood policy, intent, and purpose of Con- trict salutes and honors Dr. Robert Carr. Our ported new medical equipment benefitting gress in the original enactments. Amendments global community is indebted to his life’s con- 17,000 children in the Saginaw Valley region and corrections, as necessary, will remove tribution in countless ways. Dr. Carr will al- including: pediatric crash carts, pediatric at- ambiguities, contradictions, and other imper- ways be remembered as a pioneer in advanc- tachments for glidescopes, medical trays for fections. ing the health and human rights of emergency care, educational and entertain- The bill is not intended to make any sub- marginalized groups, while going the extra ment items for the patients’ use. They funded stantive changes in the law. As is typical with mile to help them form an empowered, unified a grief camp for children, Asthma Camp, and the codification process, a number of non-sub- front. We extend our deepest condolences to the GreenHouse Center for HOPE expansion stantive revisions are made, including the re- Dr. Carr’s family and his extended group of project. organization of sections into a more coherent loved ones and colleagues. He will be deeply Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- overall structure, but these changes are not in- missed. atives to join me in applauding the work of the tended to have any substantive effect.

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