March 15, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E367 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

TRIBUTE TO REBECCA EVERS tremendous contributions to our community jobs in the middle of the Depression. She through his commitment to law enforcement in went to work in a Hawthorne hosiery mill while HON. SCOTT McINNIS this part of New Jersy’s 12th Congressional her husband worked as an inspector at the OF COLORADO District. Curtiss-Wright Corp. in Wood-Ridge and vol- James Maletto’s distinguished career with unteered as a Hawthorne Borough firefighter. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the West Long Branch police department The couple eventually raised 11 children—six Thursday, March 15, 2001 began in 1964, following his honorable dis- boys and five girls—in their Hawthorne home. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to charge from the army one year earlier, when Marge is the proud grandmother of 39 and take a moment to recognize 18-year-old Re- Jim was made a Special Police Officer. Short- great-grandmother to 46. becca Denise Evers of Bayfield High School. ly after being promoted to the rank of Ser- Marge soon found herself working for her Rebecca is the very first recipient in the geant, James, in an act of bravery befitting his father-in-law, Tunis Shortway, who converted school’s history to receive the Boettcher office, helped to thwart a May 1972 armed his former horse barn into a bar—appro- Scholarship award. For this, Mr. Speaker, I robbery at a local gas station. After wounding priately known as ‘‘Shortway’s Barn’’—in 1933. would like the United States Congress to one of the perpetrators in a shoot-out and aid- The Barn was a true tavern in those days, honor her. ing in the successful apprehension of the rob- with sawdust on the floor on Friday nights, She is one of 40 students statewide to re- bers, Sgt. Maletto received an official Com- and turtle races and arm wrestling brought in ceive this honor. The Boettcher Scholarship is mendation from West Long Branch’s mayor, over the years to attract patrons. Marge was recognized as the most prestigious private Henry Shaeen, in addition to being awarded always there, working to help the family as a scholarship in the state of Colorado. Rebecca the title of Man of the Year by the West Long waitress, cook, bartender and manager. is one of 820 applicants and one of 72 final- Branch Chamber of Commerce, and a medal Harry Shortway and his brother, Anthony ists. For the honor, Rebecca had to finish in and citation for bravery by P.B.A. Local 141. ‘‘Tex’’ Shortway, took over the business after the top five percent of her class and have an After being promoted to Sergeant and then their father died in 1942. Harry bought out his ACT score of 27 or a 1,200 SAT score. Selec- to Lieutenant in 1985, James became Chief of brother in 1952 and continued to run the Barn tions are based on academics, extracurricular the West Long Branch Police Department in as a bar until his death in 1981. At that point- leadership and involvement and character. 1991. During his tenure as the town’s top law ed, Marge took over, adding more dining ta- According to Rebecca’s teachers, she is an enforcement official, Chief Maletto supervised bles and re-establishing the bar as the family energetic, hardworking, and caring young the institution of West Long Branch’s D.A.R.E., restaurant it is today. woman as well as an outstanding student, an Bike, and Explorer programs. Chief Maletto’s As tavern or restaurant, Shortway’s Barn exceptionally talented athlete, and is dedicated tenure also saw the hiring of his department’s has long been a Hawthorne landmark. Marge, to helping others and contributing to her com- first female officer. herself, became a landmark and a revered munity. ‘‘She’s an excellent student,’’ said Chief Maletto’s other positions and accom- leader in the community. Shortway’s is such a Paula Carron, her fifth grade teacher. ‘‘She plishments have included membership in West prominent fixture of local life that it was the was self motivated, happy, cheerful, and will- Long Branch’s Fire Company No. 2, presi- setting for several scenes in Pride and Loy- ing to help other people.’’ dency of the P.B.A. Local No. 141, member- alty, a criminal suspense thriller by local Rebecca is involved in many different activi- ship in the International and New Jersey state filmmaker Kenneth Del Vecchio. ties. She is involved with the National Honor chiefs associations, as well as service as Re- Life in the large Shortway family centers Society, the Future Business Leaders of gional Representative of the New Jersey Traf- around the Barn. The family has always held America, the El Pomar Youth and Community fic Officers Association. Chief Maletto’s efforts its holiday meals there—there were too many Service Organization, and is her class presi- were also instrumental in the Court sanc- children, wives, husbands and grandchildren dent. tioning of the Radar Unit as a reliable tool for to fit into one house—and the staff has always Rebecca was instrumental in the organiza- gauging motor vehicle speeds. been primarily family members. The tradition tion and implementation of Peer Helpers at James Maletto is truly a great asset to both continues today with five of Marge’s children Bayfield High School. She has dedicated sev- Central New Jersey and our nation. I urge all working at the restaurant. eral hours a week during the past two years my colleagues to join me today in recognizing While best known as the owner of helping many of her classmates solve per- his thirty-six years of dedication to law en- Shortway’s Barn, Marge has been active in a sonal problems as well as adjusting to high forcement and in congratulating him on his up- variety of roles in the community. She has school life. She somehow has also found to coming retirement. supported many charities and is a prominent member of the Chamber of Commerce. As a time to excel at volleyball, basketball and f track. leader of the Hawthorne Republican Club and Mr. Speaker, it is students like Rebecca HONORING MARGE SHORTWAY a member of the Borough Council for the past Evers who take our mind off of all the negative 12 years, Marge is considered by many to be and tragic events in our nation’s schools, and the matriarch of the local Republican Party. HON. MARGE ROUKEMA Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the focus on all the positives. Rebecca is truly OF NEW JERSEY U.S. House of Representatives to join me in someone who can be looked up to by young IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thanking Marge Shortway for her many years people everywhere. Thursday, March 15, 2001 of hard work and dedication to her community. f Mrs. ROUKEMA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to call She has been a leading citizen and a role CENTRAL NEW JERSEY RECOG- my colleagues’ attention to Marge Shortway, a model. We need more like her. NIZES POLICE CHIEF JAMES T. close friend of mine and one of the most f MALETTO prominent political and business figures in REINTRODUCTION OF THE BROKEN Hawthorne, New Jersey. Her dedication as a PROMISES RETIREE HEALTH HON. RUSH D. HOLT notable leader of the business community and COVERAGE ACT OF 2001 OF NEW JERSEY the civic community has been widely reported IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES throughout the district. HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA The former Marge Holmes met her future OF WISCONSIN Thursday, March 15, 2001 husband, Harry Shortway, in elementary IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in rec- school—she attended the White School House ognition of James T. Maletto, retiring Chief of and later Franklin Elementary School. The Thursday, March 15, 2001 Police in West Long Branch, N.J. Over the last couple married in March 1936, after both Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I am reintro- nearly four decades, Chief Maletto has made dropped out of high school to take hard-to-find ducing legislation today, entitled the Broken

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VerDate 112000 05:34 Mar 16, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A15MR8.000 pfrm02 PsN: E15PT1 E368 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 15, 2001 Promises Retiree Health Coverage Act, which passed away at age 86. Karl spent 32 years One of the crowning achievements of Officer would assist our nation’s retirees who face the of his life protecting the citizens of Grand Bryden’s illustrious career was his aid in res- unexpected loss of health care benefits prom- Junction as a police officer. It is this life of cuing four people from a smoke-filled apart- ised by a former employer. service to his community, state and nation that ment and extinguishing of the potential blaze Thousands of hard-working retirees have I would now like to honor. within, actions that demonstrate his courage in been forced to cope with sudden cancellations From 1954 to 1974, Karl served as the chief the line of duty. Jack was awarded the Ewing and reductions of their health coverage over of police. During his 20 years he closed the Police Department’s Valor Award for his great the past several years. In my hometown of door on corrupt activities and brought respect bravery in the face of danger. Milwaukee, 750 retirees were left high and dry back to his police department. ‘‘He ran a tight Clearly, Officer Jack Bryden is a great asset when the Pabst Brewing Company shut down ship and no scandals and that wasn’t true of to both Central New Jersey and our nation. I its operations and cancelled retiree health cov- those before him,’’ said Frank Spieker, a urge all my colleagues to join me today in rec- erage in 1996. Although they went to court former Mesa County district attorney. It was ognizing his dedication to law enforcement and finally won a nominal prescription drug no easy task to keep the department scandal- and to the people of my district. benefit, the loss of promised health coverage free for two decades, but according to Bob was a serious blow to their financial security. Evers, he was the leading force in restoring in- f This treatment is not what retirees should get tegrity to his department. in exchange for many years of loyal service to At the time Karl was police chief, there CONGRATULATING BETTY their employer. wasn’t a Police Academy in the state of Colo- GALLINGHOUSE More recent events in Milwaukee under- rado. Karl worked with the FBI to put on train- score the pressing need for this legislation. ing sessions of officers in his department and HON. MARGE ROUKEMA Earlier this month, a bankruptcy court judge’s from surrounding agencies. ‘‘He was a bit OF NEW JERSEY decision left an additional 490 Milwaukee-area ahead of his time in that respect,’’ said Vin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES retirees plus their spouses and dependents of cent Jones, the FBI agent based on Grand bankrupt Outboard Marine Corporation without Junction at the time. Thursday, March 15, 2001 any employer-promised health insurance. Chief Johnson’s yeoman’s work in the Po- Mrs. ROUKEMA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- Unfortunately, reports indicate that this prob- lice Department was just one of many ways gratulate our good friend and a distinguished lem will only get worse. Last year, the number he served his community, said Terry Farina, American, Betty Gallinghouse of Oakland, NJ, of large firms with 500 or more employees of- who worked with him as a district attorney. on receiving the 2001 Distinguished Service fering health coverage for pre-Medicare-eligi- After his retirement from the police depart- Award from West Bergen Mental Healthcare, ble retirees fell from 35 percent to 31 percent. ment, Karl went on to win a seat on the city Inc., a mental health treatment facility in my This alarming statistic proves that coverage council and spent a year as mayor. hometown of Ridgewood, New Jersey. This loss is not an isolated incident, but part of a Mr. Speaker, Karl was a man of great char- award is given each year to an ‘‘exceptional disturbing national trend. As I reintroduce this acter whose leadership and integrity left an community leader,’’ and Betty certainly meets measure in the 107th Congress, I renew my impact on the Grand Junction Police Depart- that definition. commitment to providing meaningful support ment that can still be felt today. For that, we Betty has been an outstanding and com- to the retired workers and their families across are grateful. mitted volunteer at West Bergen Mental the nation who have or will experience the tre- It is clear, Mr. Speaker, that Grand Junction Healthcare since 1990 and is currently a mendous loss of retiree health coverage. is a better place because of Karl’s service. member of the Board of Directors and chair- My legislation would establish a safety-net Though he will be missed greatly, Karl will not woman of the Development Committee. She for retirees. First, the bill would require em- soon be forgotten. has given selflessly of her time and effort in ployers to give at least six months notice to f order to help West Bergen realize its mission retirees about their impending loss of health of providing counseling and psychiatric serv- coverage so retirees may be more prepared to CENTRAL NEW JERSEY RECOG- NIZES OFFICER JACK BRYDEN ices for individuals and families in distress. handle the coverage loss, and if possible, Known for her unparalleled efforts to help seek other insurance options. To ensure the wherever possible, Betty is the No. 1 cheer- cancellations or reductions are lawful, the U.S. HON. RUSH D. HOLT leader and advocate for West Bergen and its Department of Labor must certify that any OF NEW JERSEY patients. changes to retiree health benefits meet the re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Last year, Betty undertook her most ambi- quirements of the collective bargaining agree- Thursday, March 15, 2001 tious project yet—the House and Garden ment. Second, the bill ensures that health care Color Showhouse at the Havemeyer Mansion options remain for those retirees over 55 by Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in rec- in Mahwah. This month-long event raised al- allowing retirees to either buy into the Medi- ognition of Police Officer Jack Bryden of the most $100,000 for the mental health center care program or buy into their former employ- Ewing Township Police Department, who was and drew more than 10,000 visitors. er’s current health coverage plan until they recently named Police Officer of the Year by In addition to West Bergen, Betty has been turn 65 and become eligible for Medicare. the Kiwanis Club of Ewing. Throughout his actively involved in numerous community or- Lastly, the bill would allow retirees, who did nearly three decades of service to the people ganizations, such as the Oakland Library, the not sign up for Medicare or Medigap when of Central New Jersey, Officer Bryden has Oakland Planning Board, the Oakland Parent- they turned 65 years old, to apply for the pro- made significant contributions to our commu- Teachers Organization, the Girl Scouts and grams without late-enrollment penalties. nity through his professional interaction with its many others. She is active at her church, Our Mr. Speaker, this legislation is critical to the many grateful citizens. Lady of Perpetual Help. She also serves as retirement security of all American workers. I After 6 years of distinguished service in the president of the Bergen County Women’s Re- urge my colleagues to show their support for United States Navy, aboard both the U.S.S. publican Club. retired workers and their families by cospon- George Washington and the U.S.S. T.A. Edi- soring this bill. son, Jack Bryden was appointed to the Ewing This is not the first time Betty has been hon- ored for her devotion to others. Last year, she f Township Police Department in 1973. During his career in the Ewing Police Department’s received the prestigious Bergen County Volun- TRIBUTE TO CHIEF KARL Patrol Division, Officer Bryden has served as teer Center Service Award. JOHNSON a firearms instructor. He is now assigned as Betty is an officer with Proteus International, an information officer and often acts as citi- a venture banking and consulting firm in HON. SCOTT McINNIS zens’ first contact with the police department. Mahwah. She and her husband, Bob, have OF COLORADO Officer Bryden’s professionalism and valor two sons, two daughters and four grand- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES above and beyond the call of duty have made children. him the recipient of volumes of commendation Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the Thursday, March 15, 2001 letters for outstanding performance. As a re- U.S. House of Representatives to join me in Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I wanted to ask sult of his willingness to assist the public in all congratulating this dedicated community vol- that we all pause for a moment to remember aspects of his interaction with those he pro- unteer for her many years of unparalleled Karl Johnson, a leader in the community of tects, Jack has also received a number of let- service to her neighbors, our community and Grand Junction, Colorado who recently ters of appreciation from community members. our American way of life.

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