October 28, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1581 would be the design and construction man- as it celebrates its third year of providing out- of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Taylor to cele- agement of physical improvements to the Buf- standing medical care through its ‘‘Star Pro- brate 75 years of love and commitment. Mar- falo waterfront areas to create private and gram.’’ riages like the Heselmeyers are the founda- public sector recreational and commercial de- The Richmond Area Health Center is a Fed- tions of one of our most cherished institutions velopment along the Lake Erie shoreline. erally Qualified Healthcare Center site, pro- and give us all an ideal to which we can as- Fortunately, we won that settlement and in viding primary care to 3,500 people in a medi- pire. They make both and our nation 2007 the Erie Canal Harbor Development Cor- cally underserved community. The Health strong. Erika and I, who will celebrate a half poration was created. Since that time, ECHDC Center has worked over the last several years century of marriage in a few years, congratu- has taken an aggressive approach to water- to improve health outcomes and lowers costs late Willie and Elda on 75 years together and front development and is credited with remark- by inspiring individuals to change their life- wish them the best in the years to come. able projects along Buffalo’s Inner and Outer styles. The Health Center’s ‘‘Star Program’’ in- Harbors that are reinvigorating our city and corporates healthy lifestyle strategies and affir- f residents and visitors alike. mations into every primary care visit to im- HONORING THE 20TH ANNIVER- ECHDC is responsible for the work on the prove patients’ health and well-being. SARY OF THE BLACK MEN OF Erie Canal Redevelopment Project, which revi- This no-cost program has helped approxi- LABOR talized 12.5 acres of idle waterfront space into mately 900 patients collectively lose more than a highly trafficked downtown destination now 11,000 pounds. By helping patients make life- known as Canalside. This site incorporates style changes, the team at Richmond Area HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND historic elements of the original Erie Canal Healthcare Center has been able to reduce OF LOUISIANA and celebrates Buffalo’s role as the western the number of medications it prescribes and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES end of the canal. diagnostic tests it orders. The Health Center’s Monday, October 28, 2013 model of lowering costs and empowering pa- The Corporation has successfully managed Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today tients is now serving as a model for several development of 23 acres at the Inner Harbor to honor the Black Men of Labor as they cele- similar programs throughout the state of for public, commercial and mixed uses. brate 20 years of service in preserving art and Maine. ECHDC oversaw demolition of the Buffalo Me- culture in the city of New Orleans. On October 18, 2013, the Richmond Area morial Auditorium, ongoing construction of his- The Black Men of Labor was established in Health Center celebrated three years of ex- torically aligned canals to be used as unique 1993 by musicians Fred J. Johnson Jr., Benny ceptional healthcare by hosting a reception water features and public ice staking destina- Jones Sr., and Gregory Stafford. For the past with patients and members of the greater tions, and improvements to the public land- twenty years, they have honored the contribu- community. I am delighted to recognize the scape including a vibrant central wharf at tions of African American men in the work accomplishments of this dedicated team of Canalside that accommodates large concerts, place while promoting and preserving tradi- healthcare workers and look forward to their public markets, and hundreds of other popular tional jazz music. events throughout the year. continued success in the years to come. Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- Rooted in the historic neighborhood of As a result of the groundwork laid by Treme, America’s oldest African American ECHDC, work is now underway on lating the Richmond Area Health Center on three years of exceptional patient care. community, these men celebrate their West HARBORcenter, an over $170 million private African heritage with yearly parades through- f sector investment on the Webster block that out the streets of New Orleans. builds off of the success of Canalside. HONORING WILLIE HESELMEYER I want to commend the Black Men of Labor Thanks to the hard work of the ECHDC, we AND ELDA ZEPLIN for their commitment to preserving the living, now have increased business and recreational breathing birthright of the city of New Orleans, activity on the Inner and Outer Harbors includ- jazz music. Through our triumphs and trage- ing 1,000 feet of boat dock installments at HON. JOHN R. CARTER OF TEXAS dies, it is our rich legacy in the arts that keeps Canalside, two new restaurants, the develop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES us grounded as a community. Organizations ment of Wilkeson Pointe, a 20 acre parcel of Monday, October 28, 2013 like the Black Men of Labor are at the core of parkland on the Outer Harbor among many this commitment. other public access improvements and amen- Mr. CARTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to On Sunday, October 20th, the streets once ities. Given ECHDC’s record of accomplish- celebrate the lasting love and commitment of again came alive to the sound of music as the ment in the waterfront development business, two great Texans. Black Men of Labor celebrated their 20th anni- the Corporation was recently entrusted with On November 2, 1938 millions of Americans versary. I want to join the New Orleans com- devising a plan for the future use of approxi- recalled the thrilling race the day before be- munity in celebrating their contributions. mately 130 acres of Outer Harbor lands. tween thoroughbreds Seabiscuit and War Ad- In 1987, the United States Congress des- Mr. Speaker, the Erie Canal Harbor Devel- miral. Others were still recovering from Orson ignated jazz as a rare and valuable national opment Corporation has worked tirelessly in Welles’ legendary War of the Worlds radio treasure to which we should devote our atten- their mission to revitalize the City of Buffalo’s broadcast from the previous weekend. tion, support, and resources to make sure it is Willie Heselmeyer and Elda Zeplin of Taylor, Inner and Outer Harbor areas and restore preserved, understood and promulgated. TX had bigger things on their minds. They economic growth to Western New York. The Today, I echo that sentiment and applaud were joining hands at the Prince of Peace Lu- region has benefited from the leadership and these men for their dedication to empowering theran Church (founded by Elda’s family in innovative vision of the Corporation, its staff their communities through music and the arts. and Board of Directors. I ask that my col- 1894) to become husband and wife. leagues join me in recognizing the Erie Canal 75 years later, they still walk together hand f Harbor Development Corporation for their in hand. Willie, with Elda constantly by his OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL dedication to Western New York and con- side, worked the land as a cotton, corn, and DEBT gratulate them in receiving the Stewardship milo farmer. They brought two sons into the Award from the Amherst Chamber of Com- world and were united through feast and fam- merce. ine. Together they witnessed their nation’s HON. MIKE COFFMAN f brave soldiers defend freedom on foreign OF COLORADO shores, watched a humble midwesterner take IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE 3RD ANNIVERSARY mankind’s first steps on another world, and Monday, October 28, 2013 OF RICHMOND AREA HEALTH marveled at technological advances beyond CENTER’S STAR PROGRAM any of their dreams. Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January What began in 1938 continues strong into a 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD new millennium. Willie and Elda still live inde- fice, the national debt was OF MAINE pendently in their home on their farm east of $10,626,877,048,913.08. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Taylor. They play dominoes with friends nearly Today, it is $17,087,891,889,205.15. We’ve every day. Family and faith remain at the cen- added $6,461,014,840,292.07 to our debt in 4 Monday, October 28, 2013 ter of their happy life together. years. This is $5 trillion in debt our nation, our Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Willie and Elda will gather this November economy, and our children could have avoided recognize the Richmond Area Health Center with friends and family at the Fellowship Hall with a balanced budget amendment.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:15 Oct 29, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K28OC8.006 E28OCPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1582 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 28, 2013 RECOGNIZING PEOPLE INC. AS RE- continued devoting herself to volunteer work replied: ‘‘Mama always said that if it can’t rain CIPIENT OF THE 2013 THE with the Arc of the Glades, American Cancer on you, you’re indoors.’’ HEALTH AND HEALTH SERVICES Society and Visiting Nurse Association. In ad- Oail Andrew Phillips was born on Sep- AWARD dition, she is also the longtime president of the tember 29, 1923, in Orange, Texas, the son of General Federation of Women’s Club of Belle a truck driver, also named Oail, which is pro- HON. BRIAN HIGGINS Glade. nounced ‘‘Awl.’’ He got his nickname when his OF NEW YORK Over the course of her life, she has earned younger sister, Edrina, tried to say ‘‘brother,’’ only to have it come out as ‘‘bumble’’ and later IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the love and respect of her fellow residents of Belle Glade and people throughout the Glades ‘‘bum.’’ In recounting the story, Bum remarked, Monday, October 28, 2013 area. She is a remarkable individual who con- ‘‘I don’t mind being called Bum, just as long as Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to tinues to devote her time and energy to nu- you don’t put a ‘you’ in front of it.’’ recognize People Inc. in being awarded the merous important agencies and projects. Al- played football at Lamar Col- 2013 Health and Health Services Award from ways an advocate for the Glades, she rep- lege in Beaumont, Texas but left to serve in the Amherst Chamber of Commerce. resents their best interest on numerous county the Marines during World War II. Upon his re- People Inc. began in 1970 to ensure that boards and committees. For all of these rea- turn he played for Stephen F. Austin State people with disabilities or special needs have sons, I am very proud to recognize Sandra as College in Nacogdoches, Texas, graduating in an available support so they can succeed. a Hastings’ Hero, and to be her representative 1949. He then embarked upon a career The organization provides services to peo- in Congress. coaching high school football in Texas. In ple of all ages, from children and adults with Mr. Speaker, I am most grateful to Sandra 1958, he was hired as an assistant coach by disabilities to senior citizens. These services for her continued service to the Glades com- Texas A&M head coach Paul ‘‘Bear’’ Bryant, include residential, employment/vocational, munity. She has selflessly helped so many who would go on to become the legendary community outreach, health care and recre- people, and I am honored to recognize her for coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide. In 1962, ation programs. Their comprehensive services her service. Bum Phillips was the head coach of Texas are well-known throughout Western New York. f Western University (now the University of Over the years, People Inc. has grown to Texas at El Paso). expand their services. They have increased TRIBUTE TO OAIL ANDREW ‘‘BUM’’ Three years later in 1965, Bum Phillips their populations served, spectrum of services, PHILLIPS, TEXAS ICON, HOME- made the jump to professional football when geographic locations and number of sites. SPUN PHILOSOPHER, AND LEG- he was named defensive coordinator for the Since 2010, People Inc. has been recog- ENDARY COACH OF THE HOUS- Houston Oilers of the nized as one of New York State’s certified TON OILERS League. In 1967 he was hired by San Diego Compass Agencies. Compass stands for Con- Chargers head coach to be his sumerism, Outcome, Management Plan and HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE defensive assistant and in 1974 followed Agency Self Survey, and conveys People OF TEXAS Gillman back to the Houston Oilers as the Inc.’s effective model of person centered plan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES team’s defensive coordinator, replacing him as head coach the following year. ning, managed outcomes, and advocacy in- Monday, October 28, 2013 volvement by individuals and their families to Bum Phillips’ Oilers teams were known for accomplish their mission. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to their physical style of play and outstanding de- Those involved with People Inc. strive to- inform the House of the sad news that Amer- fense anchored by and future ward a future where all persons whose needs ica has lost one of the most beloved, success- Hall of Famers and . limit their integration into the community reach ful, and colorful coaches in the history of the Bum was a ‘‘players coach’’; his players loved their highest potential as responsible members . Oail Andrew ‘‘Bum’’ him because he kept them fresh by shunning of society. These individuals deserve to be- Phillips passed away last Friday, October 18, overly long practices and encouraged camara- come contributing and active members in their 2013, at his ranch home in Goliad, Texas. He derie. communities, enjoy the greatest possible de- was 90 years old. The unquestioned leader and star of the gree of independence, and acceptance in all The Houston Oilers was not a very good team was running back , the aspects of their lives. team when Bum Phillips was named head 1977 Heisman Trophy winner from the Univer- Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me to coach and general manager in 1975. In fact, sity of Texas and the first player selected in honor People Inc. for being awarded the they were one of the worst teams in the the 1978 NFL draft. The ‘‘Tyler Rose,’’ who Health and Health Services award and com- league. But within the space of three short still holds every major Oilers rushing record mend them for their great work on behalf of all years, Bum turned the Oilers into a power- and is one of the greatest running backs in Western New Yorkers. house and transformed the downtrodden fran- NFL history, also would go on to be enshrined f chise into one of the most popular and enter- in the NFL Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. taining teams in the NFL. About Earl Campbell, who ushered in the HONORING SANDRA GOVE Along the way, Bum Phillips’ mastery of the ‘‘!’ era and dazzled a Monday CHAMBLEE FOR HER SERVICE one-liner endeared himself to his fans and the Night Football national television audience TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF media. He once quipped in response to a with a breathtaking display of speed and LIFE IN HER COMMUNITY question about the , ‘‘that power in rushing for 221 yards and leading the other team up North’’: ‘‘The Dallas Cowboys Oilers to a wild 35–30 victory over the Miami HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS may be America’s team but the Houston Oil- Dolphins, Bum Phillips once said: ‘‘That young OF FLORIDA ers are Texas’s team!’’ On another occasion, man is the difference between losing your job IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when he was asked to describe the great Earl and winning the national championship.’’ Campbell, his star running back, he said: ‘‘He After 5 years as head coach of the Oilers, Monday, October 28, 2013 may not be in a class all by himself, but it Bum Phillips was offered and accepted the Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it don’t take long to call the roll.’’ head coaching job of the , gives me great pride to rise today to recognize As coach of the Houston Oilers, Bum Phil- whom he almost led to the playoffs for the first Ms. Sandra Gove, a resident of Belle Glade, lips was the winningest coach in franchise his- time in the history of that franchise. In 1985 he Florida. Sandra recently received the Athena tory (59–38 record), leading the team to the resigned as coach of the Saints but remained Award from the Chamber of Commerce of the American Football Conference Championship connected to the game by working as a TV Palm Beaches. This distinguished award hon- game in 1978 and 1979 but losing each time and radio analyst for the Oilers. Asked what ors individuals for professional accomplish- to the eventual champion Pitts- he planned to do in his retirement, Bum said, ment and service to improve the quality of life burgh Steelers. ‘‘Nothing. And I don’t start before noon!’’ for others in the community. It warms my heart Who can ever forget the sight of Bum Phil- In addition to his wife Debbie, Bum Phillips to learn that Sandra was the individual to re- lips patrolling the sidelines with his trademark is survived by his son, Wade, a former head ceive it this year. buzz cut, decked out in work shirt, blue jeans, coach of the Dallas Cowboys, the Denver For the last 14 years, she has served as cowboy boots, and white Stetson, which he Broncos and the Buffalo Bills, and five daugh- Executive Director of the Glades Health Initia- wore except when the Oilers played in the As- ters from a previous marriage, Susan, Cicely, tive, an agency that provides HIV prevention trodome? Asked to explain why he did not Dee Jean, Andrea and KimAnn; many grand- services. Since her retirement, Sandra has wear his cowboy hat in the , Bum children and great-grandchildren.

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