November 28, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1823 reserves to an historic level. Her successful dress issues including gang awareness and INTRODUCTION OF THE COLUMBIA leadership has led her team to entice new child abuse prevention and to review methods NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM CRIT- businesses to locate in Lakewood. to protect children from abduction. He also ICAL AUTHORITIES ACT OF 2012 Kathy’s collaborative nature was dem- created an annual ‘‘Cradle to College’’ Parent onstrated when she spearheaded an effort to and Youth Empowerment Seminar to em- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON save a Lakewood middle school from closure. power families and enable parents to build OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Now, that school is part of the International upon their progeny’s strengths to avoid the pit- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Baccalaureate (IB) program and home to Jef- falls of youth. Wednesday, November 28, 2012 ferson County’s first Boys and Girls Club. Mr. Speaker, may our country continue to Among her successes, Kathy is president of benefit from the civic actions of committed and Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, The National the Metro City and County Management Asso- laudable community leaders such as Eric L. Park System Critical Authorities Act of 2012, ciation and sits on the Jeffco Schools Capital Adams. which I introduce today, is a bill that I have Asset Advisory Committee. Also, Kathy was Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join worked on with the National Park Service appointed by Governor Hickenlooper to the me in paying tribute to New York State Sen- (NPS), at its request, to create greater effi- Red Rock’s Community College President’s ator Eric Adams. ciency and to address three common-sense Advisory Council. issues: (1) snow removal from federal agency I extend my deepest congratulations to property in the District of Columbia, (2) visitor f Kathy Hodgson for her well deserved honor by and employee access to historic NPS prop- the West Chamber serving Jefferson County HONORING CONGREGATION erty’ in Virginia, and (3) uniform penalties for and to thank her for her commitment to our AHAVATH SHOLOM violations on NPS lands. community. I have no doubt she will exhibit Section two of the bill amends a 1922 law the same dedication and character in all her by making federal agencies in the District re- future accomplishments. HON. KAY GRANGER sponsible for the removal of snow and ice in f OF TEXAS public areas associated with their buildings. For years, agencies have taken this common- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO ERIC ADAMS sense approach in the District and assumed Wednesday, November 28, 2012 this responsibility, but the law has never been HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS updated to reflect the practice, leaving NPS OF NEW YORK Ms. GRANGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to with legal liability. This bill simply brings the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor Congregation Ahavath Sholom for its law in line with current practice. 120 years of dedication to the Fort Worth Wednesday, November 28, 2012 Section three of the bill promotes greater ef- community. Congregation Ahavath Sholom ficiency and protection to NPS, the Central In- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to was established in1892, and is the oldest Jew- telligence Agency (CIA), and the Federal High- pay tribute and to honor Eric L. Adams, a ish congregation in Fort Worth, Texas. way Administration (FHWA) by authorizing a former Captain of the New York City Police Led by Rabbi Andrew Bloom and Cantor small interagency land exchange near the Department and current member of the New Shoshana Abrams, this Conservative Con- George Washington Memorial Parkway. Cur- York State Senate. gregation holds a deep commitment to Tikkun rently, Colonial Farm Road provides public As a Captain in the NYPD, Eric Adams be- Olam, repairing of the world. Through inter- and staff access to Claude Moore Colonial came well-known to New Yorkers as a tireless faith programs and outreach, Congregation Farm (the Farm), but also serves as an en- and thoughtful advocate for the people and Ahavath Sholom acts upon this commitment. trance road to the CIA’s George Bush Center communities he served, and he earned wide- For many years the congregation has col- for Intelligence and the FHWA Turner Fair- spread praise for creating innovative programs lected food for the Tarrant County Food Bank banks Research Center. NPS and FHWA on issues ranging from conflict resolution to on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish have a written agreement permitting visitor ac- child abuse prevention. Eric Adams co-found- calendar. This year, Congregation Ahavath cess to the Farm. However, the three agen- ed 100 Blacks in Law Enforcement Who Care, Sholom is holding its 2nd Annual Community- cies have discussed concerns over crossing a group comprised of law enforcement per- wide Chanukah Candle Lighting in which the property lines, the need to improve security sonnel and their supporters, to provide assist- City of Fort Worth has joined as an official and add perimeter fencing, and the need to ance and subsidies to community-based orga- sponsor. Mayor Betsy Price and I will serve as have uninterrupted access to their properties. nizations that strive to improve their neighbor- honorary candle lighters. The agencies have identified parcels on their hoods. He also is a former Chairperson of the boundaries suitable for exchange that will pro- Grand Council for the Guardians and serves Chanukah, the Festival of Lights, com- memorates the rededication of the Temple in vide access to the Farm, and provide the on the board of the Eastern District Coun- means to improve security for the CIA and seling Service, an organization that assists Jerusalem after the Jewish victory over an op- pressive army of Syrians and Greeks in 165 FHWA facilities. former substance abusers to live productive Section four of the bill eliminates inconsist- lives without dependency on drugs or alcohol. B.C.E., who had not allowed the Jewish peo- ple to live or worship freely. This Festival cele- encies in federal penalties for crimes com- On November 7, 2006, Captain Adams ended mitted in certain park units. The inclusion of a his 22-year career in the New York City Police brates the freedom of religion, culture and self-determination that God has granted to all number of military and historic sites in the Na- Department; Eric L. Adams traded his blue tional Park System during the 1930s resulted uniform for a blue suit when the resident of human beings—a founding principle of our country. in a disparity in criminal penalties, which un- the 20th Senatorial District elected him to the dermines fair and effective law enforcement Congregation Ahavath Sholom participated New York State Senate. and criminal prosecution. The bill would rem- in Mayor Betsy Price’s ‘‘Connect with the Eric Adams is well known for his efforts in edy this problem by making violations subject Community’’ program on October 25th. During closing the gap through changing relationships to the same penalties. the ceremony, the Congregation was honored between law enforcement and the residents of I ask that my colleagues support this no- for its participation in the Tarrant Area Com- New York’s diverse neighborhoods. His highly- cost bill. regarded instructional workshops, ‘‘What To munity of Churches and Fort Worth Housing f Do When Stopped By The Police,’’ has helped Authority’s ‘‘Clean for Quarters’’ program—a thousands of young people throughout New program allowing those who were formerly JEANNE OLIVER York learn to interact more appropriately with homeless to have clean clothes ready for job the police by using established conflict resolu- interviews and work assignments. HON. ED PERLMUTTER tion skills. The forums have been duplicated Through Rabbi Bloom’s involvement and OF COLORADO throughout the country and provided a genera- leadership, the congregation has enjoyed new IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion of youngsters with a better understanding initiatives in the areas of pluralism and cultural of reliable methods to resolve difficult con- diversity in collaboration with the Fort Worth Wednesday, November 28, 2012 flicts—not only with the police, but also with Intermediate School District, and has worked Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise teachers, peers, and others. Senator Adams to foster greater understanding between faiths today to recognize and applaud Jeanne Oliver also created a series of free public safety with its neighboring churches, the Brite Divinity for her continued commitment to our commu- seminars for New York City parents to ad- School and Texas Christian University. nity.

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The previous scor- cer and is a part of its Political Action Net- Bridge Street Development Corporation, The ing record was set at 113 points back in 1954. work. Bedford Stuyvesant Community Block Asso- Taylor attempted an astonishing 108 shots, an Jeanne is an expert in crisis management ciation and The National Night Out Committee. average of one shot every 20 seconds. Over- and presents nationally on crisis communica- Edna is a very active mother in the lives of all, Taylor made 52 out of his 108 scoring at- tion. Her commitment to aiding members of children, D’Shawn & Fred, her son-in-law tempts. He also made 27 of his 71 3-point at- our community throughout times of crisis was Mark, and two grandchildren, Markell and tempts. His record setting game drew praise instrumental in helping families after the Col- Kayla. She is Choir Director, Trustee, Chair of from some of the NBA’s biggest stars. Taylor umbine shootings, the recent wildfires and the the Pastoi’s Aide Committee and member at was also interviewed on Sports Center, Good Aurora movie theater tragedy. The Greater Cross Road Baptist Church. She Morning America and the Today Show about Through her concerted efforts to secure pri- is also an original member of Naomi Shelton the game. When asked about the game, Tay- vate donations and grants, Jeanne has helped and the Gospel Queens singing all over the lor said he was thankful to his teammates for the Jefferson Center better serve the mentally United States and Canada. their support and their willingness to give him ill in our communities during these hard eco- Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize Mrs. the ball so he could try and break the record. nomic times. It is thanks to her commitment Edna Johnson for her commitment to our Taylor said he would not have been able to and outstanding leadership, the Jefferson Brooklyn community. break the record without their help. Center for Mental Health’s donations have f Next year, I will have the honor and privi- grown substantially. Jeanne truly epitomizes lege to represent Grinnell College in the every aspect of a selfless steward to the com- TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT HENRY House of Representatives. I’m proud to have munity. OBERMAN Grinnell College in my new district and I con- I extend my deepest congratulations to gratulate both Jack Taylor and the Pioneers Jeanne Oliver for her well deserved honor by HON. TOM LATHAM basketball team on their record breaking vic- the West Chamber serving Jefferson County. OF IOWA tory last week. I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f cation and character in all her future accom- plishments. Wednesday, November 28, 2012 TRIBUTE TO REVEREND RANDY f Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to LEE WARE TRIBUTE TO EDNA M. JOHNSON recognize and congratulate Henry Oberman of Clive, Iowa for achieving the rank of Eagle HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS Scout. OF NEW YORK HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS The Eagle Scout rank is the highest ad- OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vancement rank in scouting. Only about five IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, November 28, 2012 percent of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout Wednesday, November 28, 2012 Award. The award is a performance-based Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to achievement with high standards that have pay tribute and to honor to Reverend Randy pay tribute and to honor Edna Johnson, for been well-maintained over the past century. Lee Ware for his ongoing service to his com- her contribution to her community and dedica- To earn the Eagle Scout rank, a Boy Scout munity. tion to my Brooklyn office. is obligated to pass specific tests that are or- Reverend Ware is a native of Brooklyn, New Edna Johnson was born and raised in small ganized by requirements and merit badges, as York and now resides in Arverne, New York. steel mill town in Clairton, Pennsylvania, the well as completing an Eagle Project to benefit He received his elementary education at P.S. youngest of nine children where her parents the community. For his project, Henry raised 191 and high school education at Fort Ham- also raised four of their grandchildren. She over one thousand dollars as he oversaw the ilton High School in Brooklyn. He went on to studied music at the Hayes Schools of Music installation of a meditation garden at Heartland continue his education at Staten Island Com- in Pittsburgh at a very young age. After grad- Presbyterian Church. The work ethic Henry munity College for two years. In May 1990 he uating from Clairton High School she relocated has shown in his Eagle Project and every completed his B.A. degree in Liberal Arts and to New York City where she lived in Manhat- other project leading up to his Eagle Scout Psychology from the College of New Rochelle tan for over 30 years. She joined Broadway rank speaks volumes of his commitment to and in May 2011 he received his Master of Di- United Church of Christ and served as Dea- serving a cause greater than himself and as- vinity degree from New York Theological Sem- con, Trustee, and Steward. The church took it sisting his community. inary. Reverend Ware has been accepted to upon itself to pay her college expenses, which Mr. Speaker, the example set by this young the doctoral programs at the New York Theo- led her to Pace University in the evenings for man and his supportive family demonstrates logical Seminary. seven years before receiving a BA in Political the rewards of hard work, dedication and per- Reverend Ware joined Berean Missionary Science. severance. I am honored to represent Henry Baptist Church in 1977 and was baptized Edna previously worked as a Parent Orga- and his family in the United States Congress. under the leadership of the late Dr. Hylton L. nizer working with parents in the public I know that all of my colleagues in the House James. He entered the ministry at Berean in schools. While living in Manhattan she be- will join me in congratulating him on obtaining 1983 under the leadership of Reverend Gus came chairperson of the Tenant Association in the Eagle Scout ranking, and I wish him con- Roman. On April 12, 1992, under the leader- Clinton Towers for five years. Edna also tinued success in his future education and ca- ship of Dr. Arlee Griffin Jr., he was ordained. chaired the 79th Precinct Community Council reer. He was an associate minister at Berean Mis- for six years where she changed the attitudes f sionary Baptist Church and was involved in of people in the community to work with the the Christian Education Department, taught local police. CONGRATULATING JACK TAYLOR the Young Adult Sunday School class and Edna served as Special Assistant to in my AND THE GRINNELL COLLEGE taught at the Berean Bible Institute. He served office serving the 10th Congressional District BASKETBALL TEAM two years as the interm minister at Kenilworth in Brooklyn. She is also a member of Commu- Baptist Church, Brooklyn. nity Board 3 and has received several cita- HON. BRUCE L. BRALEY In October 2004, Pastor Ware was ap- tions for perfect attendance. In her first year OF IOWA pointed 2nd Vice President of the Congress of on the board she was Chairperson of the Po- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Christian Education for the New York Progres- lice, Fire and Safety Committee. Edna now sive Baptist State Convention, Inc. In August Chairs the Health Hospital and Social Services Wednesday, November 28, 2012 2005, Pastor Ware preached at the Progres- Committee. She is currently in her third year Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise sive National Baptist Conference’s Ministers as Chair of the Board of Directors for North- today to congratulate Jack Taylor and the Seminar in Detroit, Michigan. In October 2011, east Brooklyn Housing Development Co. Grinnell College basketball team. On Novem- Pastor Ware became the President of the New

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