March 11, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E351 the community, he located his family in the business, community; they were all part of a sion of being honored with the Eighth Annual middle of it, and then helped lead it. broader sense for the greater good. It is trite Rebecca Lukens Award by The Greystone So- Dick Cooley grew up in the midst of this to say, but he was truly a unique human ciety of Coatesville, Chester County, Pennsyl- dramatic change in the region. I had a con- being. I’ve never seen anyone tie together vania. As an outstanding candidate for this nection being in an adjacent high school dis- those pieces the same way in such shy, quiet, recognition, Molly was chosen for this honor trict, Centennial, next door to him. His high unassuming fashion. He was smart as a whip for the same love of community she has as school alma mater was David Douglas, which and credentialed, but he didn’t care about sta- the award’s namesake, Rebecca Lukens. was then the largest high school in the state tus and credentials, for himself or anyone A Chester County native, Molly Morrison of Oregon. It was then a symbol of excellence else. He was still the kid from David Douglas, learned to appreciate the importance of land and Dick Cooley fit right in. It’s where he de- who just happened to be student body presi- preservation by spending time on her grand- veloped the characteristics and skills that dent, an athlete, an actor, a successful scholar parents’ farm in northern Chester County, a would serve him so well later in life. He was who went off to Harvard. He didn’t just wear place where her German immigrant ancestors far more than a planner; he was a successful this well, he disguised it. What he cared about had been farming since the early 1700s. developer and builder who also had a career was the human connection. If you knew Dick After pursuing an English degree at Ursinus in banking and later, was in key business po- well, that was what you expected; you almost College and Masters in Communications at sitions in the real estate arm of Pacific Power took it for granted. If you went on an early Syracuse University, Molly worked at the and Light, Pacific Development. This company morning walk, he was the guy with the flash- Brandywine Valley Association and then for took the audacious step of buying a huge tract light for you, maybe an extra bottle of water Chester County, where she served in a variety of urban central city property known as the wondering if you’re going to be late for your of positions over a 21-year period, most re- Lloyd district, well over 100 acres of oppor- next appointment. He was always asking how cently as Director of Policy and Planning. In tunity that has continued to be a source of de- you were. It was a detailed sort of checking in, that role, she oversaw the development and velopmental activity, to be a key new district about how you were really doing, your family, implementation of the County’s nationally rec- now blossoming within the central city. Dick what you were thinking, who you were con- ognized open space program, as well as the Cooley was an investor who made strategic nected with. policy development of and program implemen- property purchases not just on the highest rate His men’s group was a critical part of who tation for planning, parks, water resources, of return or the fastest rate of return, but work- Dick was for two decades, but he wanted to and community development. ing to put the pieces together to create long- share and understand that type of experience. As President of Natural Lands Trust, she term value. He encouraged others to stake out their own has been instrumental in creating conservation It was this combination of the instincts of circles to have the same connection. Dick will strategies for complex land transactions, in- planner and an investor that made him a nat- always be connected to us. Truly an extraor- cluding the acquisition of the 1,263-acre ural choice to follow in his father’s footsteps to dinary human being, who left us too soon, but ChesLen Preserve in Newlin Township. In ad- become a member of the Multnomah county who lived an amazingly rich and full life. We’re dition to providing strategic leadership and planning commission. all richer for that connection with him today, fundraising for a staff of 60, Molly oversees a I was pleased to appoint him to the Portland which continues every evening at 6:30 as his network of 42 nature preserves and 361 con- Planning Commission where he was an ex- friends pause to remember Dick and what he servation easements, totaling more than traordinarily valuable leader in the important meant to us all. 44,000 acres. Molly has also served on a vari- activities of the late 1980s and 1990s. He pro- f ety of boards, including the YMCA of Greater vided leadership not just as the chair of the West Chester, the Chester County Art Asso- planning commission, but understanding how JACOB BACK ciation, and the Chester County United Way, to help people come together to create value. among others. He played a vital role in helping shape and HON. ED PERLMUTTER Mr. Speaker, in light of her years of im- guide my Albina community plan, which was OF COLORADO measurable contributions to the community perhaps the high water mark in Portland’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and litany of outstanding accomplishments, I planning for people. This lead to the revitaliza- ask that my colleagues join me today in recog- Tuesday, March 11, 2014 tion of some of Portland’s most troubled nizing Molly K. Morrison on the occasion of neighborhoods. Streets you wouldn’t feel com- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise her being honored with The Greystone Soci- fortable driving down then, you can now stroll today to recognize and applaud Jacob Back ety’s Rebecca Lukens Award. with visitors to show Portland at its best. Dick for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service f was essential in bringing fellow planning com- Ambassadors for Youth award. Jacob Back is missioners, citizens and the city council to- a 9th grader at Standley Lake High School WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH gether to make it happen. and received this award because his deter- Yet his planning, patience and investment mination and hard work have allowed him to HON. ALAN GRAYSON strategies were most compelling when it came overcome adversities. OF to people. It started with his circle of family The dedication demonstrated by Jacob Back IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and friends, especially his loving 20 year rela- is exemplary of the type of achievement that Tuesday, March 11, 2014 tionship with his wife Leslie. It was a joy to be can be attained with hard work and persever- around them both. No one worked harder at ance. It is essential students at all levels strive RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF STATE being a parent then my friend Dick, and his to make the most of their education and de- REPRESENTATIVE KAREN CASTOR DENTEL children, Sarah and Alex were never far from velop a work ethic which will guide them for Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in his thoughts. the rest of their lives. honor of Women’s History Month, to recognize Whether Dick was planning, being a father, I extend my deepest congratulations to State Representative Karen Castor Dentel. husband, friend, he was always giving of him- Jacob Back for winning the Arvada Wheat Karen is a third-generation Floridian raised in self. He never forgot that he was a kid from Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. Tampa. She earned a degree in Elementary mid-Multnomah County, David Douglas High I have no doubt he will exhibit the same dedi- Education from Vanderbilt University, a Mas- School, and he would return to his community cation and character in all of his future accom- ters from UNC Chapel Hill, and a PhD from roots time and time again. Most notably and plishments. the . recently, the countless hours he spent trying f Karen taught in a number of local elemen- to assist his former neighbors contend with a tary schools before her passion for teaching community that is now fighting decline. He RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS led her to become a voice for education in worked with them helping realize their vision OF MOLLY K. MORRISON Tallahassee. When state policies regarding for the gateway area, long after he left the teacher evaluations and an increasing empha- planning commission. HON. JIM GERLACH sis on testing began affecting her students, He could not keep himself from providing OF PENNSYLVANIA children, and colleagues, Karen sought elec- leadership. He provided leadership until last IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion to the Florida House of Representatives in year for the Portland street car, another Dick order to make an impact on education poli- Cooley contribution to revitalizing our commu- Tuesday, March 11, 2014 cies. In 2012 she was elected as State Rep- nity and inspiring cities across America. Dick’s Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to resentative for District 30 covering parts of Or- values blended seamlessly. Friendship, family, congratulate Molly K. Morrison on the occa- ange and Seminole counties.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:53 Mar 12, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11MR8.013 E11MRPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E352 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 11, 2014 Karen comes from a long line of public serv- Saint Petersblog named Amy one of ‘‘30 for progressive causes. From the peace, civil ants. Her mother, served in the under 30’’ rising stars in Florida politics in rights, and women’s movements in the 1960s and as Florida’s Commissioner 2013. She noted that her inspiration came to voting and equal rights in the 2010s, Sheri of Education. Her stepfather, Sam Bell also from her father and a lifelong sense of ur- has volunteered tens of thousands of hours to served in Florida’s House of Representatives. gency to stand up against injustice. Also in making our community, and our country, a Her father, Don Castor was a judge and her 2013, Amy became Director of Communica- better place to live. Sheri has been a longtime brother Frank is currently a judge in south tions for the Orange County Tax Collector, Of- supporter of quality, affordable health care for Florida. Finally, her sister U.S. Representative fice of Scott Randolph, where she has trans- all Americans a goal which has been the currently serves Hillsborough formed the office’s communications, online, major impetus and inspiration for her exten- County in the United States Congress. and social media presence. sive volunteer efforts. Karen is married to Eric Dentel and has two Amy has served on the boards of the Or- Mrs. Morton began volunteering as a teen- children, Wyatt and Caroline. An active mem- ange County Democratic Executive Committee ager and continued doing so throughout her ber of her community, Karen is involved with and the Democratic Women’s Club of Greater time at Harvard College. She earned a Mas- the Maitland, Winter Park, and Greater Semi- Orlando. In 2014, she founded the Orlando ters Degree from the Harvard Graduate nole Chambers of Commerce, and the League chapter of the New Leader’s Council, a pro- School of Education, where she was later em- of Women Voters. She is a former member of gressive fellowship program for young profes- ployed. Sheri went on to become an attorney the Junior League of Greater Orlando and a sionals. A firm believer in equality and equal after receiving her J.D. Now retired, she con- former Board member of the Orange County access, Amy remains committed to advocacy tinues actively volunteering and advocating for Regional History Center, where she chaired and supporting social justice organizations important issues, often donating more than 50 the Education Committee. Karen and her fam- such as Planned Parenthood, Organize Now, hours of service a week. ily are members of the First Congregational and Equality Florida. Over the years, Sheri has volunteered for Church of Winter Park. In her spare time, I am happy to honor Amy Ritter, during over a hundred political candidates. Currently, Karen enjoys learning about Florida history, Women’s History Month, for her passion and she serves as Secretary of the Democrats of birding, reading, and spending time with her service to the Central Florida Community. Celebration, as well as Campaign Committee family and friends. RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF DARYL Chair. She is a Precinct Committeewoman on Karen is delighted to continue her family’s FLYNN the Osceola Democratic Executive Committee legacy of service and is grateful for the honor Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in honor of Wom- and a member of the Executive Committee of of representing the Central Floridians of Dis- en’s History Month, to recognize Daryl Flynn. the Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida. trict 30. Ms. Flynn was first elected to the Orange She is also a member of the Osceola County I am happy to honor State Representative County School Board in 2006. She is a native Library Advisory Board. Karen Castor Dentel, during Women’s History of Florida and was educated in the Sarasota Sheri has traveled extensively. She has Month, for her leadership and service to the County public school system. She received an spent significant time in Mexico, Spain and Central Florida community. AA from Manatee Jr. College and a BA in po- Israel and visited Morocco, Egypt, Japan, Tai- wan, China, Canada, and various European RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AMY litical science from Florida Southern College in countries. These journeys have contributed to RITTER Lakeland, Florida. She holds an MPA from Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in honor of Wom- her progressive global perspective on issues. Florida Atlantic University with an emphasis on Her volunteer work has ranged from teach- en’s History Month, to recognize Amy Ritter. environmental growth management. ing English to immigrants and tutoring a blind Amy, a 27-year-old communications and activ- Prior to joining the school board, Flynn was student in high school math to collecting food ist powerhouse, has made her mark on Florida an active member of the PTA at the local, for Appalachia’s needy and warm clothes for politics through her innovative messaging and county, and state levels for more than 15 the homeless. organizing skills. Her ‘‘Pink Slip Rick’’ cam- years and served as chair of her son’s middle When her husband was asked what his big- paign was one of the most dynamic branding school SAC. She was president of the Orange gest success has been, he did not hesitate campaigns in Florida’s recent political history. County Council of PTA from 2001–2002. Flynn before responding, ‘‘My wife!’’ Born in Chicago, Amy’s family moved to also served on both the Orange County Public Some of Sheri’s numerous current volunteer Coral Springs, Florida, in 1992. She attended School (OCPS) Reapportionment Committee efforts include encouraging Floridians to enroll public school and graduated from Broward and the Superintendent’s Accountability Com- in health insurance under the Affordable Care College in 2006 with High Honors and an As- mittee in 2001. She was also a member of the Act and urging the state of Florida to expand sociate’s Degree in Political Science. Amy be- Blue Ribbon Panel on Education. In December Medicaid. came part of the Gator Nation in 2007 and 2009, Ms. Flynn became a Certified Board For Sheri, volunteering is serious business. graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Member through the Florida School Boards Through good times and bad, triumphs and Science and a minor in International Develop- Association. setbacks, Sheri has continued to volunteer, ment and Humanitarian Assistance. Flynn’s community involvement, both past working to improve the quality of life for peo- While at the University of Florida, Amy in- and present, includes the East Orlando Cham- ple in Florida, our country and the world. terned on a local campaign that successfully ber of Commerce, the East Orange County I am happy to honor Sheri Morton, during fought for maintaining LGBT civil rights in Relay for Life, and the East Orange County Women’s History Month, for her dedication to Gainesville. The campaign helped Amy realize Kiwanis Club. She is also a member of the Or- volunteering and advocacy. that universal change can start in one small ange County League of Women Voters and RECOGNIZING THE LEADERSHIP OF BARBARA M. town, or with just one person. serves on the Board of Directors for Magic JENKINS, ED.D. In 2009, Amy moved to Orlando and contin- Curtain Productions. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Wom- ued her work on local and congressional races Flynn’s professional career includes environ- en’s History Month, to recognize the service of until she was hired as Director of Research for mental and emergency response planning, as Dr. Barbara Jenkins, an educator who has Florida Watch Action in 2011. Amy helped well as meeting planning. She has been a been serving the needs of students for more propel Florida Watch Action to the national franchised Jazzercise Instructor with active than 25 years. Dr. Jenkins was named Super- spotlight with the cutting-edge ‘‘Pink Slip Rick’’ status since 1983 and now teaches at the Wa- intendent for Orange County Public Schools in campaign, a branding campaign on Governor terford Lakes Jazzercise Center. 2012. . Through the campaign, Amy Ms. Flynn lives with her husband, Jim, in As the former Deputy Superintendent for Or- helped galvanize middle class Floridians state- the Waterford Lakes area. They have one son, ange County, she served as the superintend- wide. ‘‘Pink Slip Rick,’’ which quickly became Jimmy, who is a graduate of University High ent’s designee, overseeing five area super- a movement, would go on to serve as a model School and the University of Central Florida. intendents and the division of Teaching and for progressive groups throughout the country. I am happy to honor Daryl Flynn, during Learning. In her prior tenure as Chief of Staff, Amy also launched Florida’s first legislative Women’s History Month, for her service to the she also oversaw Human Resources, Public tracking program, for which she received the Central Florida community. Relations, Labor Relations, and Strategic Florida Netroots Nation ‘‘Rookie Activist of the RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SHERI Planning and served as the chief negotiator Year’’ award in 2011. MORTON for the district. She also coordinated executive During the 2012 presidential election, Amy Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Wom- functions for the district and provided support served as Field Director for the Orange Coun- en’s History Month, to recognize the service of to the school board. ty democratic campaign and was a delegate to Sheri Morton. For over 45 years, Sheri Morton From 1998 through 2005, she was the As- the Democratic National Convention. has been an active and dedicated volunteer sistant Superintendent of Human Resources

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During her tributions to the Central Florida community. science and medicine are and always will be time in Charlotte, she was recognized for her f heralded around the world as extraordinary innovative strategies which increased equity gifts to the betterment of humankind. A TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF THE among schools, including accelerated staffing f strategies, teacher incentives, and the use of LIFE OF DR. ALEJANDRO a balanced scorecard. ZAFFARONI HONORING MR. DONALD SVEDMAN Dr. Jenkins received her undergraduate and doctor of education degrees from the Univer- HON. ANNA G. ESHOO HON. CORY GARDNER sity of Central Florida. She previously served OF CALIFORNIA OF COLORADO as Senior Director for Elementary Education in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Orange County, where she supervised prin- cipals and schools. She has also been a Tuesday, March 11, 2014 Tuesday, March 11, 2014 classroom teacher, staff developer, and prin- Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I ask my col- Mr. GARDNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cipal. leagues to join me in honoring the life of an honor Mr. Donald L. Svedman, who has re- Dr. Jenkins is a fellow of the nationally rec- extraordinary American, Dr. Alejandro cently been inducted into the Colorado Agri- ognized Broad Urban Superintendents Acad- Zaffaroni, who passed away peacefully at his culture Hall of Fame. Mr. Svedman was born emy. She was named the 2013 District Data home in Atherton, California, at the age of 91. and raised in Windsor, Colorado on his grand- Leader of the Year by the Florida Department Dr. Zaffaroni was born on February 27, father’s homestead. His family had both irri- of Education. In addition, she was honored 1923, in Montevideo, Uruguay. He earned a gated and dry-land farm ground in addition to with a Professional Achievement Award from Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Mon- cattle, sheep, hogs and dairy. He was active the University of Central Florida College of tevideo in 1941, and came to the United in 4–H and was named Outstanding Male 4– Education and Human Performance in Novem- States on a Fulbright Scholarship to the Uni- H member for the state of Colorado. ber 2013. versity of Rochester, where he earned his He entered Colorado State University, and Deeply engaged in the community, Dr. Jen- Ph.D. then almost immediately joined the United kins serves on the board of the United Arts of In 1951, after finishing an NIH Fellowship, States Navy for four years. Upon returning, he Central Florida, the Winter Park Health Foun- Dr. Zaffaroni joined a privately held Mexican finished his CSU career with a degree in Ani- dation, the YMCA of Central Florida, the Cen- chemical company, Syntex. He was a major mal Science. Mr. Svedman was extremely ac- tral Florida Regional Commission on Home- force in its transformation and brought it to the tive in various clubs and organizations while at lessness, and the Orange County Youth Men- U.S., shaping it into a global pharmaceutical CSU. After attending CSU, he received a Mas- tal Health Commission. Recognizing her com- company located near Stanford University in ter’s Degree from Kansas State University. He mitment and influence, an - Palo Alto, California. It became most known then returned to Colorado and began a career hosted survey of ‘‘informed’’ Central Floridians for pioneering the development of therapeutic as a County Extension Agent in Boulder, Fre- voted Dr. Jenkins the ninth most powerful per- corticosteroids and the birth control pill. Dr. mont, and Custer counties for multiple years. son in Central Florida in December 2013. Or- Zaffaroni eventually became President of He was elected to Executive Secretary of lando Magazine also recognized her as one of Syntex Laboratories and Director of the Colorado Hereford Association in 1965, the ‘‘50 Most Powerful People in Orlando’’ in Reasearch. and named the Manager of the Colorado State July 2013. Dr. Zaffaroni was widely hailed as not only Fair in 1966 by Governor John Love. He was I am happy to honor Barbara Jenkins, dur- a pioneer in the field of biotechnology, he was and is an unwavering advocate for the better- ing Women’s History Month, for her dedication often referred to as the father of biotechnology ment of the Colorado State Fair and worked and commitment to education. in the United States and a Silicon Valley leg- tirelessly to improve the fair and its facilities. RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ROSEMARY end. His extraordinary accomplishments in- DUROCHER Because of his efforts, he was named Deputy clude the founding of the DNAX Institute, Alza Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in honor of Wom- Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Corporation, Affymax Inc., Affymetrix, Alexa en’s History Month, to recognize Rosemary Colorado in January of 1970. He served 12 Pharmaceuticals, Symyx Technologies and DuRocher. A retired Guidance Counselor, years as Deputy Commissioner and became Maxygen. Rosemary graduated from Immaculata Col- well-known and highly respected as an asset He was the recipient of many prestigious lege, and has a Master’s Degree from Rollins to Colorado Agriculture. Mr. Svedman exem- awards and honors, including the National College and a Doctorate from the University of plifies the spirit of continued learning, service Medal of Technology and Innovation in 1995. Florida. to profession, and commitment to community. During her career, Rosemary worked as a He was also honored by the creation of a $10 I am honored to recognize him today. teacher in the Executive Internship Program in million financial aid program for Latin Amer- f the Orange County Public School system and ican students at Stanford University, the HONORING THE LA VEGA ISD as a Counselor and Director of the Winter Alejandro and Lida Zaffaroni Scholarship and LADY PIRATES BASKETBALL Park High School Guidance Department. Prior Fellowship Program, funded by colleagues TEAM to retiring, she set up the Guidance Depart- who were inspired by Dr. Zaffaroni and his ment at the Florida Virtual School. work. Dr. and Mrs. Zaffaroni are widely hailed While working full-time Rosemary was al- for their extraordinary generosities to many HON. BILL FLORES ways active in the community. She served as humanitarian causes. OF TEXAS President of the League of Women Voters, I have had the privilege of knowing Dr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Zaffaroni and his family for many years. Al- was appointed to serve on Governor Bob Gra- Tuesday, March 11, 2014 ham’s Task Force on the Criminal Justice Sys- ways the consummate gentleman, he was a tem, and chaired a task force on Women in mentor and an inspiration to me. He was a Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the County Jail. man of great integrity, and his wise counsel recognize the La Vega High School girls’ bas- Politics has been a lifelong interest of Rose- and warm friendship will remain with me for a ketball team for winning the Texas 3A state mary. Every election season you will find her lifetime. championship title. active in campaigns. Dr. Zaffaroni leaves his devoted wife Lida On February 29, 2014, the La Vega Lady Rosemary is active in her church. She has who was always his source of inspiration and Pirates played in the 3A state championship served as Chair of the Committee on Ministry, support over a lifetime, his son, Dr. Alejandro game against the Argyle Lady Eagles. The co-chaired the Canvass Committee, and Zaffaroni, his daughter-in-law Leah, his daugh- Lady Pirates won with a score of 47–42. served on the interim search committee. Cur- ter Elisa, and his two beloved grandsons, The opposing team had taken the lead rently, Rosemary facilitates a discussion group Peter and Charles. going into halftime and carried it through a at Orlando Lutheran Towers and serves on Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me majority of the second half. The Lady Pirates the activities committee. in extending our deepest condolences to Dr. never gave up hope and continued playing Rosemary was married to Joe DuRocher for Zaffaroni’s wife, Lida, and his family. We tough. They persevered and came through almost 51 years. She is the mother of three honor this singularly brilliant man through with success at the end.

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