December 12, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1583 21st Congressional District, I would like to servant and the legacy he leaves in the form Committee. In his capacity as a detailee, Tony thank him for his dedicated and unwavering of UTRWD’s important role in Texas’ incred- has played an integral role in shaping public commitment to public service. As Trooper ible economic growth and prosperity. policy concerning illegal narcotics. This in- Spadaro closes this chapter of his life, I have f cludes his important role in combatting the the utmost confidence that he will continue to opioid crisis currently gripping our nation. admirably serve the community and I wish him HONORING BARNEGAT VFW POST A former prosecutor, Tony previously pros- the very best in all future endeavors. 10092 ecuted child abuse cases and juvenile crimes, f and argued multiple appellate cases. He shift- HON. ed from his career as a prosecutor by entering IN RECOGNITION OF THOMAS E. OF NEW JERSEY the DEA, eventually serving in multiple capac- TAYLOR, P.E. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ities in the Miami Field Division and at DEA Thursday, December 12, 2019 Headquarters. In Miami, he investigated com- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS Mr. KIM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to plex international drug conspiracy cases and OF TEXAS recognize the Barnegat, New Jersey Veterans followed up his experience as a line agent by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10092, which re- entering management as a supervisory special Thursday, December 12, 2019 cently received a National Outstanding Com- agent overseeing large-scale drug investiga- munity Service Award for their efforts sup- tions. Tony then moved into intelligence work, Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise where he worked with U.S. and foreign intel- today to recognize Thomas E. Taylor as he re- porting the veterans’ community in Ocean County. ligence agencies to further DEA’s mission. He tires after 30 years as Executive Director for also became an experienced trainer by teach- the Upper Trinity Regional Water District Over the last several years, the Barnegat VFW Post 10092 has dedicated itself to being ing law enforcement courses to the U.S. State (UTRWD). Over the course of his career, he Department at the International Law Enforce- planned, directed, advanced and ultimately de- an active leader in supporting the veterans, families and students of Barnegat, and Ocean ment Academies. livered UTRWD as a critical regional water Tony’s experience on Capitol Hill is some- supply system for the majority of the UTRWD County community as a whole. Post 10092 of- fers two scholarships for Barnegat High thing that sets him apart from nearly all federal member cities and other customers across law enforcement agents. He contributed to the Denton County. School students, and coordinates two essay contests, the Patriots Pen and the Voice of development of our nation’s drug policy by Mr. Taylor graduated with honors from the serving on both the House and Senate Judici- University of Arkansas with a degree in civil Democracy, directed towards high school stu- dents from the area. In 2017, the Post began ary Committees, a rare professional combina- engineering. After graduation, he joined the tion for anyone. His law enforcement expertise City of Dallas as an entry-level engineer and to offer a police, fire and EMS recognition awards program for Barnegat, a Junior ROTC made him a go-to expert for other staff and rose through the ranks to become the young- members of Congress. The country has been est department head at the city, serving as recognition awards program for the local high school, as well as a Christmas in Camouflage well-served by having a public servant like head of three different departments. As Direc- Tony offering his knowledge and skills for an tor of Dallas Water Utilities from 1980 to 1986, program with the elementary schools. These programs have succeeded in honoring those such extended and valuable time in Congress. he managed retail services for Dallas, plus I thank Tony for his service to our country, wholesale water and wastewater services for who serve and have engaged the community with the important work the VFW does every and I wish him all the best as he transitions 25 other cities. He was also responsible for into a new, well-deserved, and exciting phase adding two new water supply reservoirs to the day. Recently, the Barnegat VFW Post found that of his life. system. f Subsequently, Mr. Taylor helmed the Steer- their neighbors lacked a VFW chapter and so ing Committee to create a Master Plan for the could not engage in the same VFW programs IN HONOR OF THE CITY OF future regional water supply needs of commu- that Barnegat residents had. Just this past DARIEN, ILLINOIS’ 50TH BIRTHDAY nities in the Denton County area. The plan in- year, Post 10092 expanded their programs to cluded securing legislative approval for a new include Stafford Township schools and South- HON. county-wide wholesale utility special district. ern Regional High School. Through this ex- pansion, the Barnegat Post has lived up to the OF ILLINOIS Supported by many entities, the Upper Trinity IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Regional Water District was approved by the VFW’s legacy of service to communities Texas Legislature June 16, 1989. across our nation. Thursday, December 12, 2019 Over the past 30 years as Executive Direc- I’d like to thank the Barnegat VFW Post Mr. CASTEN of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I tor, Taylor has effectively led the development 10092 for their years of service to the vet- rise today to commemorate the 50th birthday and growth of UTRWD in meeting the needs erans and their families, and to our schools in of the city of Darien, Illinois. of more than 25 participating communities. He Ocean County. I am proud to fight in Con- On December 13th, 1969 the communities recruited and developed a top-notch staff to gress for the needs of our veterans and of Marion Hills, Brookhaven, Farmingdale and accomplish UTRWD’s mission to acquire raw servicemembers, and am proud to work along- Hinsbrook united to incorporate as the city water supplies, implement strategies for treat- side distinguished colleagues like the men and Darien. Today, Darien is known as ‘‘A Nice ment, delivery, reclamation and reuse of water women of the VFW Post in Barnegat. Place to Live,’’ which perfectly describes this resources. Under his leadership, the organiza- f city. tion navigated the necessary permitting chal- HONORING SPECIAL AGENT TONY The area was initially inhabited by the lenges to initiate permitting and construction of ANGELI ON HIS RETIREMENT Potowatami and Ottowa Native Americans Lake Ralph Hall reservoir that will provide one FROM THE DRUG ENFORCEMENT with the surrounding waterways serving as of the first new water supply lakes necessary ADMINISTRATION their trade routes. The farming communities of to continue support for the fast-growing com- Cass and Lace were established along a munities composing the North Texas region. HON. DOUG COLLINS stagecoach line in the early 1800s. An inn, Taylor has been honored as one of the tavern and post office served 15 stagecoaches OF GEORGIA ‘‘Top Ten Public Works Leaders in North that transited the area. Today, Darien con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES America’’ by the American Works Association. tinues to serve as a transportation center with Also, for his concerted efforts and expertise to Thursday, December 12, 2019 easy access to the commuter train line, as improve the profession of utilities, he was rec- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, well as Interstates 55, 355 and 294. ognized by the American Water Works Asso- I rise today to honor Special Agent Anthony The six square mile town is home to ap- ciation with the William T. ‘‘Doc’’ Ballard ‘‘Tony’’ E. Angeli on his retirement from the proximately 6500 families. Darien is a vibrant, Award. Drug Enforcement Administration. growing community dedicated to its citizens. Much of the economic growth and quality of This past year, Tony served on my Judiciary The Indian Prairie Public Library has grown life enjoyed by the communities in Denton Committee staff as a detailee from the DEA. from a volunteer-operated bookmobile to a County and North Texas would have been im- In total, Tony has served as a detailee for nine state-of-the-art facility that is a center for possible without Tom Taylor’s ambition, vision years in this body and in the U.S. Senate. learning and community activities. The Park and work ethic. It is my honor to recognize Mr. Both my staff and I have found Tony to be District Sportsplex includes three National Thomas E. Taylor’s commitment as a public a diligent and knowledgeable asset to the Hockey League sized ice rinks as well as an

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Thursday, December 12, 2019 These groups serve others through food pan- IN RECOGNITION OF THE GUADA- tries, holiday giving, clothing drives, art and LUPE CENTERS CHARTER HIGH Mr. ESTES. Madam Speaker, I was not writing events, and scholarships. SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER TEAM present for Roll Call vote No. 675 on Motion It is an honor and privilege to congratulate to table the motion to reconsider H.R. 5038. If Darien on its 50 years of growth and accom- present, I would have voted ‘‘nay.’’ plishments. I congratulate Mayor Joseph Mar- HON. chese, the City of Darien’s Birthday Com- f mittee, and each of its citizens on this wonder- OF MISSOURI ful milestone. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MR. HENRY COLE’S 100TH f BIRTHDAY Thursday, December 12, 2019 PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. CLEAVER. Madam Speaker, I rise HON. JOHN LEWIS HON. today to commemorate the victory of the Gua- dalupe Centers Charter High School Boys OF GEORGIA OF WISCONSIN soccer team. This victory establishes the team IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as Missouri’s Class 2 Champions—the first Thursday, December 12, 2019 championship title in school and program his- Thursday, December 12, 2019 Ms. MOORE. Madam Speaker, on Decem- tory. The achievement of such a title undoubt- Mr. LEWIS. Madam Speaker, on Thursday, ber 10th, I missed roll call vote 660. Had I edly required strong leadership matched with December 19, 2019, Mr. Henry Cole of Wash- been present, I would have voted AYE. unparalleled levels of passion and dedication. I am proud to represent the exemplary work of ington, D.C. will celebrate his centennial birth- f athletes like these in Missouri’s Fifth Congres- day. HONORING THE WILLINGBORO sional District. Mr. Cole and his nine siblings were born HIGH SCHOOL CHIMERAS FOR Not only did they finish this season with a and raised right here in the nation’s capital, WINNING THE NJSIAA REGIONAL winning 22–2 record, the team—comprised of where he developed a love for his family, his FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP first or second-generation Americans—dem- hometown, and his nation. During World War onstrates a uniquely American story of hard II, Mr. Cole honorably served in the United HON. ANDY KIM work, diversity, sacrifice, and perseverance. States Navy and was stationed at Pearl Har- bor in Honolulu, Hawaii. OF NEW JERSEY Embracing both their differences and their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES similarities, this united identity gave the team After the war, he returned home to Wash- Thursday, December 12, 2019 a unique sense of purpose and comradery ington, D.C., where he continued his pursuit of that eventually led them down the path to vic- the American Dream. Mr. Cole worked as a Mr. KIM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to tory. For many, the struggles along the path to machinist at the Washington Navy Yard, congratulate the Willingboro High School Chi- this achievement were symbolic of the sac- opened a family-owned restaurant with his sis- meras football team, who last week won the rifices many of their parents and loved ones ter, and eventually retired from the United NJSIAA Group 1 South Regional Champion- made for them to have this opportunity. States Postal Service in 1980 after a long, dis- ship. tinguished career in public service. Led by head coach Steve Everette and a Under the direction of head coach, Ricky strong roster from starters to reserves, the Olivares, the Guadalupe Center Aztecs made I believe one of the most moving and inspi- Chimeras showed outstanding teamwork and their first tournament appearance in school rational aspects of Mr. Cole’s legacy and life perseverance all season. From a dominant of- history. They eventually reached the state final is the love affair he shared with Gloria, his be- fensive line to their lockdown defense, the by beating Southern Boone High School 2–0 loved wife of 68 years. Together, they raised team’s balance and focus helped them bring with sophomore Luckyboy Tarley scoring both seven children—Theodore, Shelia, Sylvia, home the Group 1 South Regional title. goals in the shutout. On November 23, 2019, Linda, Rex, Alice and Don. Those seeds plant- In the final, Willingboro’s strong defense, Guadalupe Centers High School went head-to- ed with love continue to flourish in their 25 rushing attack and ability to stretch the field head with St. Louis Priory School. In a tense grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great- helped propel them to a 50–14 victory over game, senior leader David Portillo scored great-grandchildren. Penns Grove. The Chimeras played through three of the four goals, Tarley scoring the Madam Speaker, there is an African proverb pressure in the final to finish the season on a other. With the support of freshman goal- that says, ‘‘What you help a child to love can 12-game winning streak, ending the year 12– keeper Henry Godinez and the rest of the be more important than what you help him to 1. team, the Aztecs pulled off a 4–3 win over the learn.’’ Mr. Cole adored his family, his country, I’m proud to be able to celebrate the suc- four-time state champions, Priory. and his community; however, he never re- cess of some of the talented student-athletes It is my pleasure to congratulate each of the stricted his devotion and wisdom to his imme- from my district in New Jersey. I want to con- vitally important team members that helped diate family and maintained an open door and gratulate Coach Everette and the Willingboro Guadalupe Centers Charter High School claim served as a father figure and role model to team on their tremendous season, and for this title, and I encourage each player to con- countless others. bringing the title back to Burlington County. tinue challenging themselves to pursue all that As we strive towards realizing the dream of f they do with the same passion and tenacity a nation at peace with itself and her neigh- PERSONAL EXPLANATION displayed in this historic season. bors, Mr. Cole witnessed and was an agent of Madam Speaker, please join with Missouri’s change. On the behalf of a grateful nation, I HON. Fifth Congressional District in celebrating the thank this beloved patriarch for embodying victories of the Guadalupe Centers Aztecs, courage, character, compassion for the last OF COLORADO century. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and I encourage my fellow citizens and con- stituents to unite together under the same For these reasons, Madam Speaker, I am Thursday, December 12, 2019 spirit of perseverance, collaboration, and hard proud to join the family and all who know and Mr. CROW. Madam Speaker, on December work that led this remarkable team to their love Mr. Henry Cole in honoring him on the 11, 2019, I was unable to be present to cast monumental victory. occasion of his 100th birthday.

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