May 6, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E685 Neighborhood Watch programs have re- forgiveness, fellowship, friendship, and family as the 2014 Labor Leader of the Year by the sponded to the challenge, expanding beyond and community union. As it did 125 years ago, Fresno, Madera, Tulare, and Kings Central their traditional crime prevention role to help Calvary Baptist Church continues to support Labor Council. The outstanding contributions neighborhoods focus on disaster prepared- the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of he has made to the law enforcement commu- ness, emergency response, and terrorism the African American communities throughout nity in Fresno and the entire San Joaquin Val- awareness. San Diego. ley must be commended. While every Neighborhood Watch program Calvary Baptist Church of San Diego has Jacky was born and raised in Oakdale, Cali- in the country deserves our recognition and prospered, reaching new heights physically, fi- fornia. Upon graduating from Oakdale High appreciation, the Camelot Neighborhood nancially, and spiritually. I would like to com- School in 1983, Jacky went on to attend Watch Program stands out as one of the best mend Calvary Baptist Church of San Diego on Merced Community College where he majored in the Nation. The CNWP is the oldest, con- their 125th anniversary and thank them for in criminal justice. tinuously active Neighborhood Watch in the their enormous contributions to our commu- In 1985, Jacky was hired by the State of United States. In the 35 years since its incep- nity. California and began his career as a peace of- tion, the CNWP has achieved great success, f ficer. Throughout his law enforcement career helping lower the general crime rate in its of nearly three decades, Jacky has served as community. Boasting the largest number of ISRAELI INDEPENDENCE DAY a patrol officer, field training officer, narcotic volunteers in Northern Virginia, the CNWP is detective, and street violence detective. For the ‘‘eyes and ears’’ of local law enforcement, HON. NITA M. LOWEY the past 19 years, Jacky has been with the informing the authorities of suspicious activi- OF NEW YORK City of Fresno Police Department. ties and giving their neighbors peace of mind. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In October 2004, Jacky’s peers elected him Those who take the time to cast a watchful to be president of the Fresno Police Officer’s Tuesday, May 6, 2014 eye on their surroundings ensure a safer, Association (FPOA), a position he has held for friendlier place to live. Through committed Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, this year, we a record five consecutive terms. As president, neighborhood watch, CNWP participants have celebrate 66 years of Israeli independence as Jacky serves as the lead negotiator for the proven that community involvement can and well as over six decades of steadfast friend- FPOA Basic and Management Units. He co- does make a difference. In 2013, the CNWP ship between Israel and the United States. ordinated and participated in a successful volunteers conducted 599 patrols totaling 763 When President Truman recognized the campaign to defeat California Propositions 74, hours. There are 50 active patrollers, each of State of Israel on May 14, 1948, only eleven 75, 76, and 77, and joined forces with local whom volunteered an average of 64 hours per minutes after David Ben-Gurion declared inde- labor leaders to successfully defeat the City of month. pendence, the United States became an un- Fresno’s Measure ‘‘G.’’ One of the greatest assets of the CNWP is wavering supporter of the Jewish state. In addition to serving as President of FPOA, its ability to bring neighbors together. In that Israel is now our strongest ally in the Middle Jacky serves in other leadership positions. spirit I am proud to recognize Mr. Paul Cevey, East as well as the longest-standing democ- Jacky is a member of the City of Fresno CNWP founder and coordinator for the first 12 racy in the region. It’s a partnership based on Health and Welfare Trust, and he sits on the years; Mr. Dave Shonerd, who for the next 11 shared values and common goals. executive committee and board of directors of years continued to mold the program into the That is why the United States will continue the Peace Officer Research Association of great success it is today; and Mr. Frank Vajda to be the greatest force against efforts to California (PORAC). Jacky is a terrific rep- who continues the great CNWP tradition. delegitimize Israel in the international commu- resentative for the Fresno Police Department Years of CNWP success have merited sev- nity as well as the greatest advocate for a and regularly participates in community events eral notable accolades. The Fairfax County lasting peace between Israel and the Palestin- and town hall meetings. In addition, he is ac- Mason District Police Department has recog- ians and recognition of Israel by all of her tive in educating law enforcement labor groups nized the CNWP as one of the most effective neighbors. around the state and nation. crime reduction units in the county. In fact, Together, we will continue our efforts to turn Throughout his career, Jacky has dem- Camelot is one of the most crime-free commu- these goals into a reality. onstrated an unwavering commitment to serv- nities in Fairfax County and the CNWP de- I join all Israelis in celebrating this year’s ice. In 1989, Jacky left the World Series base- serves much of the credit. The Virginia Crime Yom Ha’atzmaut. ball game to work with the California State Po- Prevention Association has also recognized f lice in assisting citizens affected by the 1989 the CNWP as the Best Neighborhood Watch San Francisco earthquake. He also served as in Virginia. OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL a street violence detective investigating the Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to thank DEBT Marcus Wesson homicide case which resulted the Camelot Neighborhood Watch Program for in a successful prosecution and conviction. 35 years of dedicated service to its commu- HON. MIKE COFFMAN Because of Jacky’s efforts, he has been the nity. Programs like the CNWP are vital in our OF COLORADO recipient of several awards presented by the efforts to combat crime. I call upon my col- Fresno Police Department including: a Life leagues to join me in applauding the CNWP’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Saving Medal, the Fresno Police Department past accomplishments and in wishing the pro- Tuesday, May 6, 2014 Nominee Rookie of the Year award, and the gram continued success in the many years to Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January Southeast District Police Officer of the Year come. 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- award. Jacky also received a special recogni- f fice, the national debt was tion award at the 2008 PORAC Conference for CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF $10,626,877,048,913.08. his dedication and efforts to promoting the SAN DIEGO’S 125TH ANNIVERSARY Today, it is $17,468,093,940,076.33. We’ve goals of the organization. added $6,841,216,891,163.25 to our debt in 5 Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I HON. JUAN VARGAS years. This is over $6.8 trillion in debt our na- ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing tion, our economy, and our children could OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Jacky Parks for his service and commit- have avoided with a balanced budget amend- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment to our community. His hard work and ment. dedication to ensuring public safety is greatly Tuesday, May 6, 2014 f appreciated. Mr. VARGAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f honor Calvary Baptist Church of San Diego on RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF its 125th anniversary and to recognize its long JACKY PARKS HONORING CALEB ROBINSON service to the African American community. Calvary Baptist Church of San Diego was one HON. JIM COSTA HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON of the first African American Baptist churches OF CALIFORNIA OF MISSISSIPPI in San Diego to address the emotional, phys- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ical, and spiritual needs of the African Amer- Tuesday, May 6, 2014 Tuesday, May 6, 2014 ican community. Throughout the years, Calvary Baptist Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Church has honored its history through faith, recognize Mr. Jacky Parks for being honored er, I rise today to honor, Caleb Robinson, a

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:49 May 07, 2014 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06MY8.031 E06MYPT1 dlhill on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E686 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 6, 2014 goal oriented student at Madison S. Palmer European Union, which have increased inter- and 1984 respectively) it has tripled in size High School. Caleb Robinson is the son of national passenger travel and economic devel- from 100 employees and 12 stores in Central Allen and Josephine Sanders of Falcon, MS opment opportunities. The Task Force also Minnesota to 300 employees and 26 stores, and a member of the 2014 senior class. collaborated with the regional Congressional covering an area from Rochester, MN to Caleb Robinson is an office aide, English II delegation and local leaders following the ter- Williston, ND to Virginia, MN. With the 2013 peer tutor, and an honor student. He partici- rorist attacks of 9/11 to re-open National Air- purchase of their 3rd manufacturing plant in pated in the Breast Cancer Awareness and port. It also worked with the Smithsonian Insti- Rochester, MN, Royal Tire is ready to provide the Say No To Drugs walks, volunteers at tution, the aviation industry, and regional lead- quality service to another community far into helping the Mid-South Food Bank hand out ers to lure the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, the future. food to the needy in Quitman County and is a the National Air and Space Museum’s spec- The Business Central Mark of Excellence- trainer for the athletic director. tacular second facility, to Dulles International Emerging Entrepreneurs’s inaugural recipients Caleb has scored a 20 on his ACT, com- Airport. are the six second-generation co-owners of pleted the admission process and has been In addition, the Task Force and Mr. Schefer Midwest Machinery, Co.: Ben and Andrew accepted to MS Valley State University and to have been key partners in the efforts to build Swenson; Brian, Corey and Adam Weber; and University of Mississippi. He is continually ap- public support for and advance the Dulles Rail Paul Seipel. Originally a merger of eight sepa- plying for scholarships to assist him financially. project. Washington, D.C., is the only OECD rate John Deere locations into one company, Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me capital to not have a mass transit connection Midwest Machinery’s focus on strong and skill- in recognizing Caleb Robinson, as a student to its premier international gateway. We are ful management has paid off. With four new who is goal oriented and is making a dif- pleased to report the first phase that project stores last year, the business now boasts an ference in his community. will open later this year, nearly 50 years after impressive 13 locations. Not bad for a team of f it was first envisioned, and we look forward to owners all under the age of 40! joining Mr. Schefer for its inaugural voyage. The St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce RECOGNIZING LEO SCHEFER ON Mr. Schefer’s many contributions to our re- made a great decision in highlighting the own- THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIRE- gion and the aviation industry have been rec- ers and managers of J. F. Kruze Jewelers, MENT FROM THE WASHINGTON ognized by the National Aeronautical Associa- Royal Tire and Midwest Machinery, Co. as this AIRPORTS TASK FORCE tion, the Smithsonian Institution, the Top-Side year’s winners. They not only provide a quality Aviation Club, Aviation Week, and leading or- service to their customers and boost the local HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY ganizations from across the National Capital economy, they also serve as a notable exam- OF VIRGINIA Region. ple to their communities of the importance of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, we ask our colleagues to join family-owned and small businesses—they are Tuesday, May 6, 2014 us in thanking Mr. Schefer for his invaluable lifeblood to our beloved state. contributions to the aviation industry and the Mr. Speaker, I ask this body join with me in Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise with my National Capital Region and in wishing him honoring J. F. Kruze Jewelers, Royal Tire and colleagues, Representatives WOLF and well in his retirement. We have every con- Midwest Machinery, Co. for their accomplish- MORAN, to recognize Leo J. Schefer on the fidence that through his leadership, the Task ments and their invaluable contributions to the occasion of his retirement after serving more Force is well positioned to continue as a state of Minnesota. than 25 years as President of the Washington strong partner for the region’s airports and our f Airports Task Force. Mr. Schefer was a found- economy for many years to come. ing member of the Task Force, and during his HONORING KIRSTEN FENTZ f distinguished career, both he and the Task Force have been instrumental in collaborating RECOGNIZING 2014 ST. CLOUD HON. LUKE MESSER with the residents, employers, and elected CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS OF INDIANA leaders throughout the National Capital Re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gion to promote growth at the two major air- HON. MICHELE BACHMANN Tuesday, May 6, 2014 ports and to foster economic development OF MINNESOTA Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to benefitting the entire region. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A native of the United Kingdom, Mr. Schefer recognize Kirsten Fentz, who was one of four was trained as an aeronautical engineer with Tuesday, May 6, 2014 National Finalists for the John Cauble Award the well-known airplane manufacturer Vicker’s Mrs. BACHMANN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today for Outstanding Short Play. This award recog- Armstrong Aircraft. He also worked for the to recognize the recipients of the St. Cloud nizes one or more outstanding scripts each aviation company BAE, formerly British aero- Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business year for presentation at the Kennedy Center space, and played a role in its growth here in of the Year, the Family Owned Business of American College Festival in Washington, the U.S. during the 1980s. Mr. Schefer also the Year, and the Business Central Mark of D.C. Kirsten’s play, The Last Sunrise, was se- helped introduce the first jet service to some Excellence-Emerging Entrepreneurs. These in- lected out of plays submitted from across the of our nation’s smaller airports, to secure U.S. dividuals stand out to the Chamber as ‘‘those country. Being a finalist for this competitive landing rights for the Concorde supersonic who have the courage to aspire to a higher award demonstrates Kirsten’s extraordinary transport, and to facilitate Europe’s participa- level’’ as business owners and community talent and hard work and commitment to ex- tion in the NASA Space Shuttle program. members. cellence. As the youngest finalist and only un- Through his work with the Task Force, Mr. Jim Kruze and Melissa Kelley of J. F. Kruze dergraduate to receive this honor, her accom- Schefer has worked tirelessly to promote the Jewelers were awarded the 2014 St. Cloud plishment is all the more impressive. In Wash- interests of Washington National Airport and Area Chamber Small Business of the Year. ington, D.C., Kirsten served as an excellent Dulles International Airport. Those efforts have Though he never intended to own a jewelry representative of Ball State University and the supported increased competition among the store, Jim learned early on that he had a state of Indiana. airlines and a 50 percent increase in pas- knack for sales and found himself eager to I ask the entire 6th Congressional District to senger trips at National Airport. The growth at learn more about the jewelry industry. Four- join me in recognizing Kirsten’s achievement Dulles, which had been underutilized, has teen years after returning to the business, Jim and I look forward to seeing what this talented been more dramatic during that time. When and his daughter, gemologist and co-owner young woman accomplishes in the future. the Task Force began, total passenger trips Melissa Kelley, have doubled the size of their totaled 2.6 million with just 362,000 inter- original store and specialize in custom jewelry. f national passengers annually. Thirty years The St. Cloud Area Chamber Family Owned RECOGNIZING PHIL LARSON later, international trips totaled nearly 7 million Business of the Year is awarded to Pat and with total passengers topping 22 million. With- Paul Duininck of Royal Tire. Founded in 1948, HON. JIM COSTA out question the Task Force, and Mr. Roger Duininck acquired the store in 1987 and OF CALIFORNIA raised his sons, Pat and Paul, with the family Schefer’s dogged yet gentlemanly efforts, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have played a key role in that success. business, which provides retail and commer- During Mr. Schefer’s tenure, the Task Force cial tire sales, service, and repair and oper- Tuesday, May 6, 2014 was actively engaged in fostering the bilateral ates two retreading plants in Minnesota. Since Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Open Skies agreements with Canada and the Pat and Paul joined the family business, (1979 recognize Phil Larson as he is honored with

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