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TRIBUTE TO AMERICORPS TRIBUTE TO HANK SMETAK TRIBUTE TO ROBERT H. ROSENTHAL HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN HON. MARTIN FROST OF CALIFORNIA OF TEXAS HON. DAN MILLER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF FLORIDA Wednesday, October 20, 1999 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, October 20, 1999 Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, today I would Wednesday, October 20, 1999 like to pay tribute to over 100,000 individuals Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, today, who have served the American community tribute to Hank Smetak. Mr. Smetak worked I respectfully pay tribute to a good friend and through their participation in Americorps. As 50 years in the defense industry, helping keep a wonderful constituent, Mr. Robert H. Rosen- this program completes its fifth year, I would America free, during times of war and peace. thal. He is an accomplished builder, humani- like to recognize some of the outstanding work Mr. Smetak's career in the aerospace de- tarian, and long time friend and leader of the that Americorps members have been doing in fense industry has spanned over five decades, American Jewish Committee. On February 10, the Los Angeles area. through conflicts in Korea, Vietnam, and the 2000, the American Jewish Committee's West Working with Building Up Los Angeles, over Persian Gulf, and outlasting a Cold War that Coast Florida Chapter will honor Mr. Rosen- 100 Americorps participants a year serve had an impact on almost every part of the thal with its 2000 Institute of Human Relations thousands of young people from kindergarten world. Award. through high school at 29 sites including pub- Mr. Smetak started his career at Vogt, now Bob is a generous philanthropist, stalwart lic schools, churches and community centers. Lockheed Martin, from 1949 to 59, from 1959 advocate of Israel, and a champion of dis- Corps members tutor and mentor children dur- through 1968 he was employed by Rohr In- advantaged children. For two decades, the ing the school year and deliver academic sup- dustries. Then he returned to Lockheed serv- American Jewish Committee has been a focus port services when school is out; provide ing from 1968 to the present. From Rohr to of Bob's wide-ranging efforts in public affairs, health education and organize teen pregnancy LTV to Loral to Lockheed Martin, Mr. Smetak serving in a variety of positions, including and domestic violence prevention programs; has been a constant through many changes, President of the West Coast Florida Chapter and encourage residents to have pride in their and he had helped make North Texas home for three years. communities through neighborhood clean-up to the cutting edge of America's defense in- Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Bob and beautification projects and public art dustry. founded the R.H. Roberts Construction Com- projects. Building Up Los Angeles serves East Mr. Smetak, thank you for 50 years of loy- Los Angeles, Central City South, Hollywood, pany in 1952, serving as CEO and President alty to North Texas' defense industry. For 50 until his retirement in 1980. Throughout the Northeast Los Angeles, Pico Union, years, your work has contributed to defending Koreatown, the San Fernando Valley, years, his company won awards for architec- America's freedom and our values, and has tural excellence and he earned a reputation Pocoima, South Central, and Watts. helped make us the world's only Superpower. Over 100 individuals with the Southern Cali- for promoting engaged corporate citizenship. With his extraordinary talent for leadership fornia Environmental Resources Management f AmeriCorps Program have been working to and his great magnanimity, Bob has furthered protect our environment by distributing over TRIBUTE TO DEBORAH A. SLOAN the cause of all humanity. It is indeed a pleas- 30,000 water-conserving devices, such as low- ure for the American Jewish Committee to ap- flow showerheads, to residents in the Comp- plaud the civic concern and social vision of ton area and other communities in the greater HON. HEATHER WILSON Robert H. Rosenthal, and, I honor him today metropolitan basin. The program, which is ad- OF NEW MEXICO as a friend and leader, and praise his con- ministered by the Executive Partnership for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tributions on behalf of the 13th Congressional Environmental Resources Training (ExPERT), Wednesday, October 20, 1999 District of Florida. will mean a savings of over 4 billion gallons of f water per year over the next ten years. Mrs. WILSON. Mr. Speaker, I wish to bring In Bellflower, California, approximately 65 to your attention an honor bestowed upon POTOMAC HERITAGE NATIONAL Americorps tutors work with Project REACH Deborah A. Sloan, a teacher at Zia Elemen- SCENIC TRAIL (Reading Excellence Achieved with Commu- tary School in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Ms. nity Help) and Project APPLE (After School Sloan was selected as a participant in the Ful- HON. STENY H. HOYER Program Promoting Learning and Enrichment), bright Memorial Fund Teacher Program. OF MARYLAND which provide academic support and enrich- Ms. Sloan, was selected from a national IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment for 1300 students in grades K±8, with pool of more than 2,700 applicants for this Wednesday, October 20, 1999 emphasis on grades three and four. This year, honor. As a member of the Navajo/Hopi Tribe additional opportunities to serve through and a distinguished teacher she is an out- Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to mark the Project REACH and Project APPLE included a standing representative of the rich, diverse occasion of the Third Annual Caucus for the series of literacy programs designed to pro- culture in New Mexico. Ms. Sloan joined 200 Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail to be mote parent involvement; helping to organize educators from throughout the United States held October 22 at Oxon Hill Manor, in my the Special Olympics; assisting with a Com- to travel Japan. They visited primary and sec- District. munity Immunization Project; planning activi- ondary schools, colleges, businesses and cul- Since Congress designated the Potomac ties for children in the performing arts; pro- tural sights to learn about effective educational River corridor as a National Scenic Trail in viding nutrition education; and developing ini- tools and techniques. As a representative of legislation enacted in 1983, grassroots organi- tiatives that help children gain teamwork and New Mexico schools she shared her knowl- zations have joined forces with federal, state leadership skills. edge and insight regarding education with and local government agencies to identify new Through their work, Americorps members people from throughout the United States and opportunities to provide for public enjoyment are helping to improve neighborhoods and Japan. Her participation is a tribute to her of a trail that follows ``Our Nation's River.'' schools, develop communities, and protect the dedication and commitment to the children of Protection of our riverÐwhich is part of the environment. I am pleased to have this oppor- Zia Elementary and the future of our commu- Chesapeake Bay watershedÐand its historic tunity to commend and thank those individuals nity. sites and natural areas must be a top priority who have served through the Americorps pro- Please join me in thanking Deborah A. for our region in the years ahead. gram and made such valuable contributions in Sloan for contributions she is making to Albu- The National Park Service requires sufficient the Los Angeles area. querque, New Mexico. tools to help facilitate public involvement with

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In a short time, his pa- While Reverend Booker's religious and spir- port full funding of this effort under the Serv- tients graduated from wheel chairs to crutch- itual obligations to his growing congregation ice's budget. es, to full ambulation; for many, a return to full have always been paramount, as a community I congratulate the community of grassroots employment and to all, an improved quality of leader, he has shared his faith and free time supporters of the Potomac Heritage Trail in- life. as Founder and First Moderator of the Gulf cluding the Potomac Heritage Partnership, Dr. Bertken considered the needs of the Coast Baptist Association, past President of Prince George's County government, the whole person, displaying genuine concern. He Central State Convention of Texas, and past Accokeek Foundation and many other local is dedicated not to just lessen pain but to Chairman of the Christian Education Board of groups and individuals. They are leading the eliminate it and prevent disability. Dr. Bertken the National Baptist Convention of America. regional effort to encourage conservation, his- is a strong patient advocate, seeking access Mr. Speaker, throughout his 31 years as toric preservation and sustainable commerce to the most recent approved medications and Pastor at Greater St. Matthew, Reverend along the Potomac River corridor. They de- treatments for his patients. Booker's intelligence, enthusiasm, and integ- serve our full support for their efforts. With his enthusiasm and positive attitude, rity has served his congregations well. He f he empowers patients under his care to take brings tireless energy and compassion to each an active participation in their treatment plan of his endeavors, whether it's as a Pastor, SALUTING PATIENT through education and self-management. His community leader, or friend. His contributions APPRECIATION DAY vision for patients living quality productive lives to the ministry and his energy in addressing include not just our veteran population, but the needs of his congregation and surrounding HON. DEBBIE STABENOW also those he treats at the University Medical community are truly commendable. OF MICHIGAN Center where he practices with the UCSF pro- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gram. As a leader he has established a culture of MATTHEW NONNEMACHER Wednesday, October 20, 1999 integrity for both patients and staff, an ac- HONORED Ms. STABENOW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today countable and truthful standard of practice in to honor our nation's doctors and patients. health care delivery. HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI The Genesee County Medical Society has Mr. Speaker, I want to commend Dr. OF PENNSYLVANIA proclaimed today, and the third Tuesday of Bertken for his service to the community and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES every October thereafter, as ``Patient Appre- his patients. I urge my colleagues to join me Wednesday, October 20, 1999 ciation Day.'' At events around Genesee in wishing Dr. Richard Bertken many more County, doctors are expressing their gratitude years of continued success. Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to their patients and are recognizing the great f to pay tribute to a remarkable young boy from benefits of the doctor/patient relationship. I my District in Hazleton, PennsylvaniaÐMat- HONORING REV. GUSTA BOOKER, thew Nonnemacher. Matthew is only eleven commend their efforts to reach out to patients JR. and share their gratitude. years old, but he will be a participant this Fri- At a time when the news is filled with nega- day in the White House Conference on Philan- tive stories about managed care, I believe Pa- HON. KEN BENTSEN thropy. While most boys and girls his age are tient Appreciation Day is a positive way to rec- OF TEXAS more concerned with getting their homework ognize all the good things that are happening IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES done, Matthew has been helping his disadvan- in our nation's health care system. Patient Ap- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 taged neighbors. preciation Day is a time to mark the important Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- Last year, Matthew's fourth grade teacher at role that patients play in making our nation's nize Rev. Gusta Booker, Jr. for his 31 years St. Joseph Memorial School, Terri Smith, gave health care system the best in the world. It is of service at Greater St. Matthew Baptist her students an assignment to draw a picture a day when doctors take an extra moment Church of Houston. of the one wish they would like to be granted with their patients to express their gratitude For more than 3 decades, Reverend Booker if they were on top of the world. Matthew's and celebrate the opportunities they are given has addressed the needs of the Greater St. picture depicted him giving money to poor to provide their life-giving services. Matthew Baptist Church's congregation. In people. Later, after having asked his parents It is my greatest hope that the Genesee celebration of the church's 31st Anniversary, what would be the best way to help the poor, County Medical Society has started a nation- the congregation held a ``Celebration of Love Matthew wrote a letter to the editor of his local wide trend and that doctors across the country Service'' this month followed by ``A Love Fel- newspaper, the Hazleton Standard Speaker, join in celebrating ``Patient Appreciation Day'' lowship Reception.'' The growth and success with the same question. Matthew received nu- in the future. the Genesee County Medical So- that Greater St. Matthew has experienced merous letters suggesting projects such as ciety should be applauded for their positive ef- under Reverend Booker's leadership reveals a food drives, clothing collections, and a dime forts toward improving the lives of the patients Pastor who is truly connected to his commu- drive. Matthew changed the latter suggestion they serve. nity. to a penny drive, because he thought it would f Reverend Booker is the youngest of nine be more fun, and set an ambitious goal of col- born to the late Reverend Gusta Booker, Sr. lecting one million pennies, or $10,000, a do- HONORING DR. RICHARD BERTKEN and the late Mrs. Gussie Booker in Columbus, nate to the United Way of Greater Hazleton. Texas. Reverend Booker married Theola With the help of then-United Way of Greater HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH Massie in 1964, and they are the affectionate Hazleton Executive Director James Settle, OF CALIFORNIA parents of three children, Ronald, Gusta III, Matthew's project was named ``A Million Ways IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Alita Corine; two daughters-in-law, Valree to Care'' when it began in August of 1998. Booker and Nicole Booker; two grandsons Matthew visited almost every civic organiza- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 Ronald, Jr. and Joshua; and one grand- tion in the city with a request for pennies and Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise daughter, Peyton Nicole. placed hundreds of two-quart collection jars today to honor Dr. Richard Bertken, a native Pastor Booker was called to the ministry in throughout his community of 26,000 people. of the San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Bertken re- 1967, and later founded Greater St. Matthew School students throughout the community turned to Fresno after completing his studies ``Southest'' located at 7701 Jutland Street. In also enthusiastically collected pennies for him. at USC, UCLA, The George Washington Uni- 1994 he founded Greater St. Matthew ``South- On October 22, 1998, the pennies were col- versity, and Stanford University. He was one west'' at 14919 South Main Street, giving rise lected and loaded on a flatbed truck, paraded of the first medical practitioners with the Uni- to the congregation's concept ``One Church in through town with a police and school bus es- versity of California San Francisco Medical Two Locations.'' In 1995, the Lindler-Booker cort, and taken to First Federal Bank, where School, Fresno. Dr. Bertken has officially re- Family Life Center was constructed. an enthusiastic crew of bank employees and tired from his government position with Vet- Reverend Booker shares his insight and ex- volunteer spent thirteen hours counting more erans Administration Medical Center, but will periences with those who seek knowledge and than 5.5 tons of pennies. The final sum continue to see patients as a consultant. guidance. He has published two books: After amounted to $18,196.91 or 1,819,691 pen- Dr. Bertken achieved state of the art thera- the Honeymoon and Living Beyond the Pain. nies, which was promptly presented to the peutic modalities. Many patients with His television and radio ministries can be seen United Way of Greater Hazleton on last year's Rheumatological and Immunological problems and heard in Houston, Beaumont, and Austin. National ``Make a Difference Day.''

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.005 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 October 20, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2145 Mr. Speaker, Matthew Nonnemacher rep- served, but few towns are as deserving of a TRIBUTE TO CAPTAIN THOMAS G. resents the best of Northeastern Pennsyl- memorial as Blooming Grove. Communities OTTERBEIN, USN vania. Matthew was once asked why he want- like Blooming Grove won the war and helped ed to help the poor and his answer was plain: save the world for democracy. It is highly ap- HON. IKE SKELTON ``So the poor can have everything that we propriate that Blooming Grove residents' serv- OF MISSOURI haveÐlike food, clothes, and a place to stay.'' ice has been recognized with a very special I am glad the White House has recognized memorial. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Matthew's achievement by inviting him to the Wednesday, October 20, 1999 f White House Conference on Philanthropy. Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Matthew's dedicated parents, John and Sandi, PERSONAL EXPLANATION recognize and say farewell to an outstanding also deserve praise for their heroic efforts to Naval Officer, Captain Thomas G. Otterbein, guide and help their son. as he prepares to retire upon completion of 29 I am pleased to have this opportunity to HON. SAM JOHNSON years of distinguished service. It is a privilege bring Matthew's achievements to the attention OF TEXAS for me to honor his many outstanding achieve- of my colleagues and wish Matthew the best ments and commend him for his devotion to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in his future philanthropic efforts. the Navy and our great Nation. f Wednesday, October 20, 1999 A native of Bad Axe, Michigan, Captain Otterbein is a graduate of the United States A VERY SPECIAL MEMORIAL Mr. JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, on Naval Academy, Class of 1970. After receiving October 19, 1999, I inadvertently voted ``no'' his commission, he completed flight training HON. MARTIN FROST on final passage of the Ticket to Work and and was designated a Naval Aviator in 1973. OF TEXAS Work Incentives Improvement Act (RC 513). His first operational tour was with Fighter This bill is very important because it will make IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Squadron 111 flying the F±4 Phantom II, it easier for the disabled to re-enter the work- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 where he made deployments to the Mediterra- force and be productive members of society. nean Sea and Western Pacific Ocean aboard Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I recently had the America is about freedom, and that includes USS Franklin D. Roosevelt (CV±42) and USS opportunity to participate in an extraordinary the freedom to work and not be penalized be- Kitty Hawk (CV±63) respectively. Upon com- event in my Congressional District. The Ex- cause of a disability. Students Association of Blooming Grove High pletion of F±14 Tomcat training, his next sea I strongly supported this bill when the Com- School in Blooming Grove, Texas, recently tour was with Fighter Squadron 51, where he mittee on Ways and Means approved it, and dedicated a World War II memorial listing the made an around the world cruise aboard USS I hope the President signs the bill when it names of all area residents who had served in Carl Vinson (CVN±70). In recognition of his reaches his desk. our armed forces in World War II. superior aeronautical skills and leadership abilities, Captain Otterbein was selected for F/ What made this event so extraordinary is f that the memorial contains the names of 324 A±18 Hornet training and subsequently be- men and women, and two German Shep- COMMENDING THE COLCHESTER came the Executive Officer of Fighter Squad- herds. These 324 men and women served in LIONS CLUB FOR FIFTY YEARS rons 161 aboard USS Midway (CV±41). Fol- the military from a town of less than 1,000 in OF SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY lowing that tour, he was the Executive Officer population. I can't imagine that any community of Fighter Squadron 195 and had command of of comparable size anywhere in America con- that squadron for eighteen months. tributed as many of its sons and daughters to HON. SAM GEJDENSON Captain Otterbein successfully completed the war effort between 1941 and 1945. OF CONNECTICUT Nuclear Power Training and was soon back in the fleet, serving as Executive Officer of USS Of the 324 from this remarkable Navarro IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES County community, a total of 15 lost their Theodore Roosevelt (CVN±71). He subse- lives. Additionally, a tremendously high num- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 quently assumed command of USS Nashville ber of the soldiers, sailors, and airmen from (LPD±13) and led the ship through Operations Mr. GEJDENSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Support/Uphold Democracy in Haiti, earning Blooming Grove were officers, with 37 holding to commend members of Lions Club of officer rank. One of these 37, Ray Morris, rose the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and Colchester, Connecticut for fifty years of serv- Battle Efficiency ``E'' Award. The crowning to the rank of Admiral. ice to their community. Two dogs, ``Snitch'' Lane and ``Jack'' Garri- achievement of his career came when he re- son were pressed into duty as sentries. Bruce The Club, formed on August 2, 1949, pro- ported as Commanding Officer, USS Harry S Lane, one of the driving forces behind the cre- vides support to a wide array of activities in Truman (CVN±75), leading the crew of our ation of the memorial, was only eight years old Colchester. It has a long-standing commitment newest aircraft carrier through her sea trials when his German Shepherd, ``Snitch,'' was to young people through its sponsorship of and initial training operations. drafted by the Army. Bruce remembers how sports leagues and the creation and expan- Captain Otterbein completed shore assign- the dog's handler wrote letters home on a reg- sion of scholarship programs. Members of the ments at Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 4, ular basis, letting him know that ``Snitch'' was Club work hard each and every year to pro- where he was the Operations Officer and OK. vide vital support to local food banks. In addi- Operational Test Director, and as the Execu- The memorial, which was dedicated on Oc- tion, the Colchester Lions Club has been a tive Officer and acting Commanding Officer of tober 16th, consists of five pieces of Georgia leader nationwide in raising funds to eradicate the Navy Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun). gray granite inscribed with the names, rank, preventable causes of blindness. In 1993, the He has also had tours on the staff of Com- and branch of Blooming Grove residents who Club was recognized by its national organiza- mander, Naval Air Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet served during World War II. tion as one of forty ``model clubs'' in the coun- as the Safety Officer and as the senior avia- Members of the committee that raised try for its successful work in support of this ef- tion representative on the Chief of Naval Op- money to construct the monument included fort. erations' Strategic Studies Group. Jean Hinkle, Alice Bell, Bob Lane, Bruce The Lions Club might be most well-known in Captain Otterbein has been a dynamic and Lane, Jack McGraw, Ralph and Reba Ferrell, town for decorating and lighting a large Christ- truly outstanding Naval Officer who has been Shelby Thedford, Brad Butler, and Earl Smith. mas tree on the town green. Some of the a great mentor and a charismatic leader. He The committee overseeing construction in- founding members of the Club planted this is a passionate advocate of the Sea Services cluded Bob Lane, Dana Stub, Loyd and Mary tree forty years ago and successive genera- and has devoted himself to caring for our Sail- Gowd, and Helen Farrish. The beautification tions of members have tended it. Much like ors in the Fleet and their families. His con- committee for the memorial included Terry the tree, the Club has grown and flourished tributions and accomplishments will have long Golden, Jean Hinkle, Bruce Lane, Elaine and become a central part of the community. term benefits for both the Navy and the coun- Campbell, and Alyne McCormick. They are all Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to try he so proudly honors with his uniform. As to be commended for their efforts in erecting congratulate the Colchester Lions Club on its Captain Otterbein prepares for quieter times this memorial. Fiftieth Anniversary. I am confident that it will with his wife Catherine Mary, I am certain that Every community that contributed to the war continue to play a vital role in Colchester for my colleagues will join me in thanking him for effort should have a memorial to those who many years to come. his many years of Naval service.

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.009 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 E2146 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 20, 1999 HONORING JAMES BOLAND OF Oak State College. AmeriCorps will make it parents. She spent her second year fighting WEST HAVEN AND ALL OTHER possible for him to continue this path of suc- fires and doing hurricane relief work as part of ALL-AMERICORPS AWARD WIN- cess. He plans to use his education award to the St. Louis Safety Corps. NERS ON THE FIFTH ANNIVER- go to graduate school. COMMON GROUND SARY OF AMERICORPS Mr. Speaker, James Boland is proof positive Christy Hicks established and supervised a of the value and success of the AmeriCorps conflict resolution program for middle school HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO program, not only for the opportunities it has students in Pontiac, Michigan training students OF CONNECTICUT given James, but for the care and compassion as peer mediators. She then worked to ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES James has given to homeless vets. His is not pand the program to elementary school stu- an isolated story. Twenty other AmeriCorps dents. Wednesday, October 20, 1999 members are being honored today. Let me Mark Payne is an AmeriCorps member who Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to briefly describe them and the categories of served in his hometown on the south side of recognize a special anniversary for this coun- their awards: Chicago with City Year and Public allies. Mark try. Five years ago, President Clinton and a bi- GETTING THINGS DONE helped develop a mentoring program that re- partisan majority in Congress created the Christine Packer was an AmeriCorps VISTA cruited young African-American males as vol- AmeriCorps program. Since then, more than member and VISTA leader in Idaho. She unteers and role models for youth in the com- 150,000 men and women have devoted 1 or helped start a statewide immunization effort munity. 2 years of their lives to getting things done for that successfully boosted Idaho's immuniza- During Jamie Lee Manning's 2 years with AmericaÐmaking our people safer, and tion rate for 2-year-olds from 50 percent to AmeriCorps, she distinguished herself as a healthier. more than 70 percent. leader and team builder who organized a 3- AmeriCorps is a bold and innovative ap- The highlight of Traci Chevraux's day service project to honor and celebrate Dr. proach to building the American community AmeriCorps service in Colorado was the cre- Martin Luther King. The project involved par- through national service. In exchange for their ation of Smoke Free Sheridan. Traci brought ents and children from the diverse San Jose, service, AmeriCorps members receive ex- together the local school district, school-based CA community. panded educational opportunities. In the end, clinics, higher education institutions, faith Trampas Stucker was a high school athlete Mr. Speaker, it is our nation that wins. based groups, the health department, commu- who was paralyzed in a motorcycle accident. America has benefited from this service in a nity-based organizations, physicians and local That did not stop him from graduating with his wide variety of ways. AmeriCorps members residents to develop a program that would class the following year and joining have helped to build or refurbish 11,000 prevent and reduce the prevalence of smoking AmeriCorps as a reading and math tutor for homes for low-income people. They are tutor- among school-aged children and their families economically disadvantaged kids in his home- ing children in some of our toughest neighbor- in the town of Sheridan. town of Tonasket, Washington. He also hoodsÐmore than 2 million at-risk kids have Lin Min Kong is an attorney who worked in worked with ``The New Kids on the Block,'' a benefited from these efforts. They have con- South Central Los Angeles with low-income traveling puppet show that taught kids about tributed to the unprecedented decline in crime Thai immigrants and helped them turn a run- accemptance and celebration of diversity in rates nationwide by working with law enforce- down old hotel into affordable housing with race, gender, cultures, and physical disabil- ment to establish 40,000 safety patrols. And community space for social services, after- ities. AmeriCorps members in the National Civilian school programs, and computer skills develop- During her first term of AmeriCorps service, Community Corps (NCCC) have gone to the ment classes for children and families. Graciela Noriega and a diverse team of sites of some or our Nation's worst natural dis- Toni Sage organized a tutoring and men- AmeriCorps members were assigned to do asters to provide assistance. There is an toring program at Parkview Elementary School parks and recreation activities with young peo- NCCC team on the ground today in North in Salt Lake City. Alarmed by drug activity that ple in Orlando, FL. When the community did Carolina helping the victims of Hurricane was taking place two blocks away from the not accept the group at first, Graciela created Floyd. school, Toni worked together with her stu- ``Culture Shock'' a program that brought a di- As part of the AmeriCorps' fifth anniversary dents, students from the University of Utah, verse group of guest speakers to the commu- celebrating, 21 exceptional AmeriCorps mem- and local community organizations, to turn the nity to participate in activities with local youth, bers have been selected to receive the first area into an urban green space. sharing their culture through food, music, annual All-AmeriCorps awards to honor exem- STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES dance, arts, crafts, and dialog. plary community service. Awards were made Jack Bridges did his AmeriCorps service in LEADERSHIP in the following categories: Getting Things Americus, GA, his hometown. He built houses Kyoko Henson joined AmeriCorps as a way Done; Strengthening Communities; Common for low-income people for Habitat for Humanity to give back to the Pittsburgh, PA, community Ground; and Leadership. and started a reading and tutoring program for for the support it gave her as a single mother One of the Getting Things Done award re- the Habitat homeowners' children. who escaped an abusive relationship. During cipients is from West Haven, CT, in my dis- Scott Finn spent 2 years as an AmeriCorps her AmeriCorps service, Kyoko organized out- trict. His name is James Boland. Ten years member in Big Ugly Creek, WV. In his first reach projects to address community health ago, James was a homeless Vietnam veteran. year, he worked with community residents to needs, spearheaded clothing drives, served as Today, he is getting things done as a turn an abandoned school into a community a reading tutor and educator about community AmeriCorps member at the Veterans Adminis- center, and in his second year, Scott helped services and created a summer youth tration's Connecticut Community Care Cen- start APPALREAD, a childhood literacy pro- program. terÐthe very facility that took him in off the gram. During APPALREAD's first year, 82 per- Kelton Young did his AmeriCorps service in streets and saved his life 10 years ago. cent of the children served improved their Fort Worth, TX, as a TRUCE specialist, work- The Community Care Center, or CCC for reading scores. ing with young people in gangs, or who were short, provides veterans struggling with mental Tera Oglesby served with the Seattle Police at risk of joining gangs, to make positive deci- illness, substance abuse, or homelessness Department's Crime Survivor Services Unit. sions about their lives. Kelton helped to de- with a continuation of community-based reha- Together with another AmeriCorps member, velop 18 TRUCE sites, each serving more bilitation services. James is an important part Tera developed the first Victim Support Team than 200 participants. of that care. He developed and oversees the for the Seattle Police Department. Mason Jenkins was an AmeriCorps member CCC's mentoring and buddy programs, and he Anna Severens served as an AmeriCorps and team leader for YouthBuild in New Bed- established and leads the monthly family din- member with the classroom-on-wheels, a free ford, MA. In addition to his work with ners. He also conducts skills building group mobile pre-school program operating out of a YouthBuild, Mason joined the steering com- sessions for veterans in the CCC's day pro- converted school bus. Her work in raising mittee of a group formed to address teen gram. On top of all that, James works 20 money for the program and expanding client pregnancy. He also helped establish Young hours a week as the property manager for four referrals resulted in doubling the capacity of People United, a youth group that successfully houses for homeless and mentally ill vet- the program. put on a citywide conference called ``The City eransÐhe is also the resident manager of one Byrnadett Frerker has done 2 years of is Mine'', to bring young people together to of the homes. AmeriCorps service. She spent her first year discuss the issues that are most important to The CCC changed James's life. He has establishing Literacy Avengers, a computer lit- them. gone from living on the streets to being close eracy program for middle school students. The Maria del Mar Bosch did her AmeriCorps to finishing his bachelor's degree from Charter students than taught computer skills to their service in Puerto Rico, where she helped to

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.017 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 October 20, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2147 set up training opportunities for America partnership that spanned 41 years, with Mr. hospital has grown tremendously since then. Reads tutors working with Head Start students Gillette serving as managing partner for 30 Today, it is a full-service, 291-bed hospital and after-school programs for children in years. providing a wide range of the most advanced, poverty. In addition to his law practice, he was presi- technically sophisticated health care services Jason Lapeituu wanted to provide a safe dent of Bay Title Company and a director of available anywhere. The PVH medical team and stable place for young people to feel ac- Citizens Bank and Trust Company of Baytown consists of nearly 450 physicians, 1,000 cepted and to develop their hopes, dreams for 25 years. Robert Gillette's professional af- nurses and other health professionals and and goals for the future. As an AmeriCorps filiations include the Texas State Bar Associa- 1,000 dedicated volunteers. Pascack Valley member, he made that happen in Pine Island, tion; Houston Bar Association; Baytown Bar Hospital serves 16,000 inpatients and 70,000 MN. He knew that in order for young people Association and the Texas Bar Foundation. outpatients a year, yet maintains its strong to be comfortable in the youth center of his As a testament to the expertise that Mr. Gil- dedication to personalized careÐmaking each dreams, they had to be a part of creating it. lette brought to bear in both his business and individual feel he or she is the most important Working with local youth, Jason found a site, public dealings, in the late 1980s, U.S. Attor- patient in the hospital. planned community events that raised start up ney General Edwin Meese appointed Gillette As part of Well Care Group Inc., Pascack funds and helped to renovate a laundromat to the People to People Citizens Ambassador Valley Hospital itself is supplemented by an into the Pine Island Union of Youth, Inc. Program. outpatient dialysis center, a community health From the age of 15, Arthur White lived on Mr. Gillette also has an extensive record of care center, a hospice, a preventative medi- his own, having grown up in poverty in an community involvement. He was a member of cine institute, a reproductive assistance cen- abusive home. After high school, he joined the Board of Managers of City-County Hospital ter, a psychiatric institute and an MRI facility, AmeriCorps and began serving with an envi- and has served as board member and presi- among other services. In addition, it is affili- ronmental education program working with el- dent of the Baytown Area Water Authority ated with Westchester Medical Center, Hack- ementary aged students. With a dream of one since 1973. He and his wife, Suzzane, have ensack University Medical Center and New day running his own environmental education three grown children. York Medical College, further enhancing the center, Arthur was instrumental in the reactiva- Mr. Speaker, I congratulate my friend on his expertise and facilities available to benefit tion of the Nature Center at Bear Brook State retirement and commend him on a job well PVH patients. Park in New Hampshire to provide park visi- done. As Port Commissioner, knowing that the I would like to take this occasion to enlist tors with an opportunity to learn about the fortunes of the Port influences the total em- the Congress in giving special thanks and rec- park environment. ployment picture of Harris County, Bob Gillette ognition to some of the extraordinary individ- Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues in the always strove to keep the Port a first-rate facil- uals who will be honored at the hospital's 40th House join me in honoring the contributions of ity. We owe him a debt of gratitude for the anniversary celebration this weekend. Perhaps these terrific people and the benefits work he has done addressing the concerns of most prominent is philanthropist Lillian Booth, AmeriCorps service has had for the country. our Port community, and thus the needs of all whose generosity has helped fund an oncol- f of Harris County. ogy center and a dialysis center bearing her f HONORING ROBERT GILLETTE nameÐalong with two ambulances and a spe- CONGRATULATING PASCACK VAL- cialized ultrasound scannerÐduring her 20- HON. KEN BENTSEN LEY HOSPITAL ON ITS 40TH AN- year involvement with the hospital. In addition, NIVERSARY Bernice Alexander, widow of the late Dr. Stew- OF TEXAS art Alexander, one of PVH's best-known physi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cians, will be honored for her many contribu- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 HON. MARGE ROUKEMA tions. Mrs. Alexander served as a lieutenant OF NEW JERSEY colonel and director of nursing in the Medi- Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Robert Gillette for his outstanding contribution terranean Theater during World War II and to the community and his twelve years of pub- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 was decorated for her wartime work in epide- lic service as Commissioner of the Port of Mrs. ROUKEMA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- miology. President of the Women's National Houston Authority, an organization rep- gratulate Pascack Valley Hospital on the 40th Republican Club in the 1950s, she was a resenting 26 cities in Harris County. anniversary of its founding. Located in prime organizer of Project Hope, raising funds Mr. Gillette retired this year, but his con- Westwood, Pascack Valley is one of the finest for medical supplies for crippled nations after tributions to Harris County and the Port of medical institutions in the State of New Jer- the war. Also being honored is Richard Houston Authority will surely endure. From the sey. Its story is one of a local community in Galgano, whose position as hospital janitor day he was sworn in as a Commissioner of desperate need of a hospital ready accessible might make him seem an unlikely honoree. the Port of Houston, Mr. Gillette pledged to to everyone and the people who worked Mr. Galgano, however, is the only employee of join his fellow commissioners in making the through two wars and nearly two decades to the hospital who has been with PVH through- Port more competitive in difficult times for the achieve that goal. out its entire 40-year history. His long employ- maritime industry. Truly a man of his word, Mr. Pascack Valley Hospital had its beginnings ment is a testimony to loyalty and he is well Gillette made good on that promise. For 6 in May 1941 when Westwood resident Louise known to generations of patients, doctors, terms without pay, he faithfully conducted his Bohlin was shocked that a Hillsdale friend died nurses and staff. duties awarding contracts, acquiring property, after waiting three weeks for admission to the Also being honored are six physicians affili- setting port tariffs and directing operations with nearest existing Bergen County hospital be- ated with PVH from the beginning and still on a keen eye toward keeping the Port of Hous- cause of a shortage of beds. Mrs. Bohlin the active staff: Dr. Joan Barrett, Robert ton viable and thriving. vowed that the Pascack Valley would have a Boyer, Frank Ferraro, Theodore Goldberg, An- It was under Mr. Gillette's tenure as Com- hospital of its own and organized local physi- thony Salerno and Arnold Sobel. missioner that the project to deepen and cians, mayors and concerned citizens into the Recognition must also go to all board mem- widen the Houston Ship Channel was under- Pascack Valley Hospital Association. The as- bers and PVH President Louis Ycre, whose taken. Marking the largest expansion of the sociation held its first meeting November 27, extraordinary leadership skills and compas- Ship Channel in decades, Mr. Gillette and his 1941. Unfortunately, that meeting came only sionate concern for the well being of the pa- fellow commissioners were able to bring to- 10 days before the bombing of Pearl Harbor, tients set the standard for the entire staff. gether the environmental and business com- and plans for a hospital were put on hold for A local hospital is one of the most basic munities to get the job done. the duration of World War II. protections for health and safety a community Mr. Gillette graduated cum laude from the The end of World War II brought an influx can be expected to offer, as vital as police South Texas School of Law in 1941. He also of returning veterans and expanding families, and fire departments, clean drinking water, served his country as an Army Air Corps avia- and intensified interest in the need for a com- good roads and good schools. Those of us tion cadet. Before establishing a law practice, munity hospital. The Pascack Valley Hospital who remember what life was like for the in- Gillette was assigned to the Judge Advocate Association was reorganized in 1946 but the jured or ill before Pascack Valley Hospital was Section at Kelly Field in San Antonio, Texas. Korean War intervened it was not until June 1 founded don't have to imagine what life would He left the service in 1946 as a first lieuten- 1959Ð18 years after the idea was bornÐthat be like without it. Pascack Valley Hospital has ant and moved to Baytown to begin law prac- the single-story, 86-bed hospital opened its made a tremendous difference in our commu- tice with Reid, Strickland and Gillette. It was a doors and welcomed its first patients. The nity.

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.017 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 E2148 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 20, 1999 I ask my colleagues in the House of Rep- TRIBUTE TO THE CHAPIN HIGH eight years of regular duty and twelve years of resentatives to join me in expressing our ap- SCHOOL NAVAL JUNIOR RE- recruiting duty. Among the honors that have preciation for the work done by all associated SERVE OFFICER TRAINING been received by Senior Chief Cook during his with Pascack Valley Hospital and wishing CORPS UNIT Naval career are the ``Sailor of the Year them many years of continued success. Award,'' the ``National Recruiter of the Year HON. FLOYD SPENCE Award,'' the ``Recruiter-in-Charge of the Year f OF SOUTH CAROLINA Award,'' and the ``Zone Supervisor of the Year IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Award.'' The Commanding Officer of the Chapin CONGRATULATING HENRY ‘‘HANK’’ Wednesday, October 20, 1999 AARON ON 25TH ANNIVERSARY High School NJROTC Unit is David James OF BREAKING MAJOR LEAGUE Mr. SPENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Riser, who is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David BASEBALL HOME RUN RECORD bring to the attention of the House that the Wayne Riser, of Chapin. David Riser is an AND RECOGNIZING HIM AS ONE Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps outstanding young man who has excelled in OF THE GREATEST BASEBALL (NJROTC) Unit at Chapin High School, in many areas as a student. He is the recipient PLAYERS OF ALL TIME Chapin, South Carolina, has been selected as of the ``First Place Chapin NJROTC Academic the ``Most Outstanding NJROTC Unit in the Award,'' the ``Certificate of Honorable (Cum Nation'' by the Navy League of the United Laude) Mention on the National Latin Exam- SPEECH OF States. Recently, I had the great pleasure to ination,'' and the ``Lieutenant Governor's present the Navy League Trophy to Chapin Award for Excellence in Composition,'' among HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA High School NJROTC Unit Commanding Offi- other awards. He also is a South Carolina Junior Scholar and he has been named to OF WISCONSIN cer David James Riser at a ceremony at the Chapin High School Stadium. This recognition Who's Who Among American High School IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was well received by those in attendance, and Students. Prior to his position as Commanding it was an obvious source of pride for the entire Officer, Cadet Riser served as the Supply Offi- Tuesday, October 19, 1999 student body, as well as the faculty and the cer, and, then, as the Operations Officer of his Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to parents of the cadets. NJROTC Unit. Mr. Speaker, I was an NROTC Midshipman honor one of the greatest baseball players in The Chapin High School NJROTC Unit is at The University of South Carolina, and that historyÐHenry ``Hank'' Aaron. During his composed of a dynamic group of cadets that should serve as a model for others to follow experience provided the foundation upon major league careerÐa career which spanned across our Nation. This Unit has a diverse which I have built my career in public service. nearly a quarter centuryÐHank Aaron broke cadet population that includes: a class presi- As the Chairman of the House Armed Serv- more batting records than any other player in dent, a homecoming queen, Eagle Scouts, the ices Committee, I am a strong supporter of the Major League baseball. leader of the State Championship SAT Team, JROTC and the ROTC Programs. The fine ca- Twenty-five years ago, on April 8, 1974, the editor of the school newspaper, the cap- dets at Chapin High School are excellent ex- Hank Aaron hit his 715th home runÐbreaking tain of the football team, the captain of the amples of what the JROTC Program stands the Major League Record for career home soccer team, the captain of the cross country for. I am very proud of what this outstanding group of high school students has accom- runs held previously by Babe Ruth. Hank track team, All-State Athletes, 46 varsity ath- plished. Since being established in 1996, the Aaron still holds a place in the heart of every letes, 16 school band members, cheerleaders, NJROTC Unit at Chapin High School has dou- baseball fan. Along with Ruth, Willie Mays, and other dedicated students. The NJROTC Unit was established at Chapin High School in bled in size, and 51 percent of the Freshman and Ted Williams, Aaron was recently elected 1996, with 42 cadets. From the start, this Unit Class have enrolled in the NJROTC Unit for by the fans to the MasterCard All-Century excelled, being named the ``Best New Unit'' by the 1999/2000 academic year. The Chapin Team. the Area Commander for its first year. Three High School NJROTC cadets have worked But Hank Aaron was more than just batting years later, the Unit has grown to include 16 tirelessly to prove that they exemplify excel- titles, All-Star games and home run records. percent of the school enrollment, with a wait- lence, and I would like to offer my congratula- He was an important part of my childhood, ing list of 35 students. tions to them for being named the most out- and the childhood of anyone growing up in The Chapin High School NJROTC Unit is standing NJROTC Unit in the Nation for 1999 Milwaukee in the 1950's. I remember going to led by two experienced Naval Science Instruc- by the Navy League of the United States. Milwaukee County Stadium to watch the great tors, Colonel Richard C. Slack and Senior f Milwaukee Braves teams of the 1950s. The Chief Petty Officer Charles W. Cook. Colonel TRIBUTE TO BILL GARRETT Slack has had a distinguished career in the Stadium was always packedÐeven though United States Marine Corps. Upon graduation Milwaukee was the second smallest city in the from East Tennessee State University in 1967, HON. JOHNNY ISAKSON Major Leagues, the Milwaukee Braves were he was commissioned as a Second Lieuten- OF GEORGIA the first National League team to draw two ant. In 1969, then-First Lieutenant Slack was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES million fans in a season. designated as a Naval Aviator and he served Wednesday, October 20, 1999 Hank Aaron was the reason so many peo- in Southeast Asia for thirteen months. He pro- Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. Speaker, in 1990 during ple came to watch the Braves. He began his gressed through the officer ranks for more my race for Governor of Georgia I had the career with Milwaukee in 1952, when a scout than twenty years, also earning a Master of privilege to meet and get to know Heath Gar- recruited him for a Braves farm team. Two Business Administration degree from Webster rett, then a student at the University of Geor- years later, Aaron made his first major league University, in Saint Louis, Missouri, and a gia. In the years since, Heath became my appearance. He went on to spend 13 years Master of International Strategy and Policy de- campaign manager, my Chief of Staff, and al- gree from the Naval War College, in Provi- with the Milwaukee Braves, hitting a total of ways my friend. dence, Rhode Island. Colonel Slack served as As our friendship grew, I came to know 398 home runs and leading the Braves to two the Chief of Staff for the Assistant Secretary of Heath's father, Bill. On the evening of October league pennants and a World Series victory in the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs) sixteenth, Bill Garrett passed away, the victim 1957. On September 20, 1965, Aaron became from 1989±1991, and he retired in 1996, as of a heart attack and a lifetime battle with dia- the last Milwaukee player to hit a home run in the Commanding Officer and Professor of betes. I rise today, to pay tribute to the life of Milwaukee County Stadium. Naval Science for the Naval Reserve Officer Bill Garrett. Nearly a decade later, after a brilliant career Training Corps Unit at The University of South During the past year, Bill volunteered in my in Atlanta, Aaron returned to MilwaukeeÐthis Carolina. Congressional District Office 4 hours a day time for the Milwaukee Brewers. He ended his Senior Chief Petty Officer Charles W. Cook answering the phone and greeting constitu- is the Associate Naval Science Instructor at ents. He always answered the phone the career there, retiring in 1976. Chapin High School. A native of Irmo, South same way, ``Johnny Isakson's office, Bill Gar- Hank Aaron is an integral part of the history Carolina, Senior Chief Cook attended Benedict rett how may I help you.'' Bill Garrett's voice of baseball and the history of Milwaukee. I am College, The University of South Carolina, and was always pleasant, and his ``how may I help pleased to join my colleagues in honoring DePaul University. He completed twenty years you'' assured the caller he really wanted to Hammerin' Hank Aaron. of active duty in the United States Navy, with help.

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.019 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 October 20, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2149 As I came to know Bill, I learned of his bat- It is with this, Mr. Speaker, that I give my As the House sponsor of legislation that re- tle with diabetes. For over 50 years Bill dealt thanks to the people of Delta who played a designated the Black Canyon as a national with the daily blood sugar test, the rigid and leading role in making the Black Canyon of park, it gives me great joy to describe for this limiting diet, and the inevitable complication of the Gunnison National Park a wonderful reality esteemed body's record the beauty of this the disease that strikes thousands of Ameri- for Colorado, America, and the world to enjoy. truly majestic place. In addition, I would like to cans every year. Like so many Americans with f offer my gratitude to a community of individ- diabetes, Bill Garrett did not complain and led uals instrumental in the long process that ulti- a productive life. A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE P. mately yielded the establishment of the Black As we pause to pay tribute to Bill Garrett, MITCHELL Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. each of us in Congress should renew our ef- Mr. Speaker, anyone who has visited the fort to commit the funds for the research to HON. NICK LAMPSON Black Canyon can attest to its awe-inspiring find a cure for diabetes. There are thousands OF TEXAS natural beauty. Named for the dark rock that of Americans like Bill Garrett, and many in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES makes up its sheer walls, the Black Canyon is every Congressional district in this country. Let Wednesday, October 20, 1999 largely composed of what geologists call base- us work together to make tributes like this less ment rocks, the oldest rocks on the earth esti- Mr. LAMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in frequent, and the occurrence of diabetes less mated at 1.7 billion years old. With its narrow honor of a man who is not only a great frequent in America. Let us do it for Bill Gar- openings, sheer walls, and scenic gorges that Galvestonian, but a great American, Mr. rett. plunge 2000 feet into the clear blue majesty of George P. Mitchell. On Friday, the City of Gal- f the Gunnison River, the Black Canyon is a veston will pay tribute to George for his serv- natural crown jewel second to none in its mag- TRIBUTE TO THE BLACK CANYON ice to the community by naming a street after nificent splendor. Though other canyons may OF THE GUNNISON AND THOSE him. Business took George away from the 9th have greater depth or descend on a steeper WHO MADE IT POSSIBLE District, but be came back to make it a better course, few combine these attributes as place to live. George Mitchell was born in the Ninth Con- breathtakingly as does the Black Canyon. HON. SCOTT McINNIS If ever there was a place worthy of the pres- OF COLORADO gressional District, the area of Texas that I have the privilege to represent. Following his tigious status that only national park status IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES can afford, Mr. Speaker, it is the Black Can- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 graduation from Texas A&M University and his service during World War II, he went to work yon. But as you know, national parks don't just Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with an for a newly formed wildcatting company. In happen. In this case, it took nearly 15 years, overwhelming sense of pride that I now rise to 1959 he was appointed president and guided several Congressional Representatives and pay tribute to a truly historic event in the proud the progression of the company to its current Senators, innumerable locally elected officials, and distinguished history of the great State of status as one of the most extensive inde- and a virtual sea of committed citizens in Colorado: the establishment of the Black Can- pendent gas and oil producers in the nation western Colorado. Included in this group are the good people yon of the Gunnison National Park. and one of the largest real estate developers As the House sponsor of legislation that re- of Montrose, Colorado. During this long and at in the Houston-Galveston region. designated the Black Canyon as a national A man of great vision, George developed a times difficult process, Montrose's civic lead- park, it gives me great joy to describe for this real estate project in the 1960's on a scale ers have given tirelessly and beyond measure esteemed body's record the beauty of this never seen in the flourishing Houston area. He in the hopes of making the Black Canyon a truly majestic place. In addition, I would like to created The Woodlands, a 25,000-acre national park. Again and again these great offer my gratitude to a community of individ- planned community located 27 miles north of Americans rose to the challenge, doing every- uals instrumental in the long process that ulti- downtown Houston. Today, more than 40,000 thing in their power to fulfill this dream. With- mately yielded the establishment of the Black people reside in The Woodlands and are living out Montrose's leadership and perseverance, Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. George Mitchell's dream. none of what we have accomplished would Mr. Speaker, anyone who has visited the George has made the bulk of his substantial have ever been possible. Black Canyon can attest to its awe-inspiring contributions to the Galveston community and It is with this, Mr. Speaker, that I give my natural beauty. Named for the dark rock that the people who live there. He believes in Gal- thanks to the people of Montrose who played makes up its sheer walls, the Black Canyon is veston and its residents, and has unfalteringly a leading role in making the Black Canyon of largely composed of what geologists call base- placed his time and energy into its progres- the Gunnison National Park a wonderful reality ment rocks, the oldest rocks on the earth esti- sion. As I thank George for his contributions, for Colorado, America, and the world to enjoy. mated at 1.7 billion years old. With its narrow I also must recognize his wife, Cynthia Mitch- f openings, sheer walls, and scenic gorges that ell, who was by his side lending strong sup- plunge 2000 feet into the clear blue majesty of CONGRATULATING THE BOSTON port and partnership throughout his career. DEMONS the Gunnison River, the Black Canyon is a Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to speak on be- natural crown jewel second to none in its mag- half of Mr. George Mitchell and all of his ac- nificent splendor. Though other canyons may complishments. He is a man that I look to for HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO OF MASSACHUSETTS have greater depth or descend on a steeper inspiration as I continue to work for the com- course, few combine these attributes as munities and neighborhoods of Texas. When I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES breathtakingly as does the Black Canyon. drive down ``Mitchell Avenue'' it will be with Wednesday, October 20, 1999 If ever there was a place worthy of the pres- great pleasure, as it recognizes a man who tigious status that only national park status Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I submit the has committed his life not to himself, but to can afford, Mr. Speaker, it is the Black Can- following article which appeared in the Mel- others. yon. But as you know, national parks don't just bourne Age on October 20, 1999 for the f happen. In this case, it took nearly 15 years, record and to offer my congratulations to the several Congressional Representatives and TRIBUTE TO THE BLACK CANYON Boston Demons for their outstanding efforts in Senators, innumerable locally elected officials, OF THE GUNNISON AND THOSE winning the 1999 U.S. Australian Rules Na- and a virtual sea of committed citizens in WHO MADE IT POSSIBLE tional Championship. western Colorado. [From the Melbourne Age, Oct. 20, 1999] Included in this group are the good people HON. SCOTT McINNIS BOSTON DEMONS 1999 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPIONS of Delta, Colorado. During this long and at OF COLORADO times difficult process, Delta's civic leaders CINCINNATI, OHIO (17 October 1999). The Bos- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have given tirelessly and beyond measure in ton Demons Australian Rules Football team the hopes of making the Black Canyon a na- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 today won the 1999 U.S. Australian Rules Na- tional park. Again and again these great Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with an tional Championship by narrowly defeating the Santa Cruz Roos in overtime. Americans rose to the challenge, doing every- overwhelming sense of pride that I now rise to The national championship was host by thing in their power to fulfill this dream. With- pay tribute to a truly historic event in the proud the Cincinnati Dockers, and consisted of 22 out Delta's leadership and perseverance, none and distinguished history of the great State of teams from around the country, representing of what we have accomplished would have Colorado: the establishment of the Black Can- cities such as Nashville, New York, Seattle, ever been possible. yon of the Gunnison National Park. Chicago, Denver and San Diego.

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.022 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 E2150 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 20, 1999 The Boston Demons were the defending times difficult process, Gunnison's civic lead- trained and tried and knew what to expect. U.S. National Champions. The national ers have given tirelessly and beyond measure We had a desire to get the job done and go championship, called the Grand Final, was, in the hopes of making the Black Canyon a home to our families. by some accounts, the most intense game of national park. Again and again these great During the outfitting, processing and ship- Australian Rules football ever played in the ping out we were all given a package from U.S., with neither side giving any quarter. Americans rose to the challenge, doing every- thing in their power to fulfill. Without Gunni- the Red Cross which included a pocket-size Santa Cruz played with dedicated intensity, Bible. while the Boston Demons yielded nothing. son's leadership and perseverance, none of At the end of regular time of two 20-minute what we have accomplished would have ever This Bible fit the breast pocket of GI dun- garees. It had ‘‘bullet proof’’ steel covers halves, the game was drawn at 20 points been possible. each. Two five-minute periods of extra time front and back. On the front was an Amer- It is with this, Mr. Speaker, that I give my ican flag. The Lord’s Prayer was inscribed on were added, in which Boston kicked a quick thanks to the people of Gunnison who played goal. The second extra time period saw a bat- the back. I had a picture of my beautiful wife tle of ferocious intensity where the game’s a leading role in making the Black Canyon of and seven month old daughter on the inside outcome was held in the balance. So intense the Gunnison National Park a wonderful reality cover. Every time you took your Bible out, was the last five-minute period that two for Colorado, America, and the world to enjoy. you saw the tiny American flag which re- Santa Cruz players were carried off injured. f minded you why you were there. The Lord’s Neither side backed down. The final score Prayer gave you the strength to be there. was Boston Demons 4 goals 2 behinds, for a MEN AND WOMEN OF HONOR The family picture kept you human under total of 26 points, to Santa Cruz 3 goals 2 inhumane conditions. behinds for a total of 20 points. HON. HELEN CHENOWETH-HAGE On the 78-mile breakout fight to the sea The Boston Demons is composed of expa- from the Chosin Reservoir, in 30-below-zero tiate Australians, Americans, Irish, and a OF IDAHO weather, I witnessed acts of unselfish per- Dane. Based in Boston, MA, the Boston De- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sonal sacrifice that are still fresh in my mons have recently had a large amount of Wednesday, October 20, 1999 mind after almost 50 years. media exposure in both the U.S. and Aus- Along a torturous mountain road, ragged, tralia because the team highlights the loss of Mrs. CHENOWETH-HAGE. Mr. Speaker, all of us were alarmed when it was recently re- and near-starving refugees followed along Australian intellectual capital to the U.S. with the troops and trucks. Over and over, I (see: http://www.theage.com.au/daily/991002/ ported that American soldiers fired upon civil- saw battle-hardened Marines pull out cans of news/specials/news28.html). ian refugees during the Korean War. However, rations carried in their underwear to prevent f what was not reported were the numerous them from freezing, and hand their food to acts of compassion that our fine fighting men the freezing families. TRIBUTE TO THE BLACK CANYON and women performed during the Korean War. The most moving example of wartime com- OF THE GUNNISON AND THOSE One such Marine is Ron Rankin, a Kootenai passion I witnessed was when a man and wife WHO MADE IT POSSIBLE County Commissioner from Coeur d'Alene, with two small children stopped on the road Idaho. Mr. Rankin wrote a powerful guest col- so the mother could give birth. Without hesi- HON. SCOTT McINNIS umn regarding his personal experiences as a tation, several Marines from a rifle squad stopped to help. One unrolled his sleeping OF COLORADO young Marine during the Korean War in the bag, pulled out the wool blanket liner and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 18, 1999 edition of the Spokesman- tore it in half to make swaddling wraps for Wednesday, October 20, 1999 Review. In this column he details many self- a brand new North Korean infant on the road less actions such as Marines giving their own Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with an to freedom. overwhelming sense of pride that I now rise to rations to starving Korean families, as well as On reaching the sea at the Port of pay tribute to a truly historic event in the proud a rifle company assisting in the birth of a Hamhung, a mass exodus of troops began. and distinguished history of the great State of North Korean baby. I ask unanimous consent Along with our troops, nearly 100,000 refu- Colorado: the establishment of the Black Can- that his statement appear in the appropriate gees came into this port fleeing the Com- yon of the Gunnison National Park. place in the RECORD. Furthermore, I urge all munism of the north; voting with their feet As the House sponsor of legislation that re- my colleagues to read Mr. Rankin's entire col- for freedom. The American Navy could not umn to see that the majority of the fighting ignore such desperation and determination. designated the Black Canyon as a national A humanitarian flotilla was assembled con- park, it gives me great joy to describe for this men and women who served in Korea did so with honor. sisting of every type of ship that could be esteemed body's record the beauty of this brought in before the port was leveled on truly majestic place. In addition, I would like to [From the Spokesman-Review, Oct. 18, 1999] Christmas Eve 1950. All refugees were res- offer my gratitude to a community of individ- SINS OF FEW NEED NOT OVERSHADOW TROOPS’ cued. uals instrumental in the long process that ulti- ACHIEVEMENTS Conditions were horrible for many thou- mately yielded the establishment of the Black (By Ron Rankin) sands of them freezing on the decks of ships Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. I felt sick, physically and emotionally, as at sea. Many of the American troops were on Mr. Speaker, anyone who has visited the I read the report. The Forgotten War was fi- decks too, but far better equipped for the Black Canyon can attest to its awe-inspiring nally to be remembered. But of what? For cold than the rag-tag refugees. natural beauty. Named for the dark rock that the allegation that an Army company had The contrast between the American troops makes up its sheer walls, the Black Canyon is fired on civilian refugees early in the Korean and refugees is still indelible in my mind. We largely composed of what geologists call base- War. were born and raised in a free republic hav- America was unprepared when the Korean ment rocks, the oldest rocks on the earth esti- ing experienced all the benefits of freedom. War broke out. We had recklessly We were anxious to return to our homes, mated at 1.7 billion years old. With its narrow downscaled our military since the end of families and freedoms. The North Korean ref- openings, sheer walls, and scenic gorges that World War II, which may account for the ugees were born and raised in a Communist plunge 2000 feet into the clear blue majesty of lack of discipline of troops involved in the dictatorship, experiencing only repression the Gunnison River, the Black Canyon is a No Gun Ri incident. Unfortunately, that in- and tyranny. They were determined to es- natural crown jewel second to none in its mag- cident could stain the reputation of many cape such conditions at any cost including nificent splendor. Though other canyons may valiant young men who did serve with honor. life itself. A headline that would more accurately re- And what of the 100,000 North Korean refu- have greater depth or descend on a steeper flect the character of our American troops course, few combine these attributes as gees? Was it worth the hardships endured for should read, ‘‘Tired, over-extended, battle- freedom? They and their progeny are now breathtakingly as does the Black Canyon. hardened Marines share rations with refu- If ever there was a place worthy of the pres- living in freedom purchased with the blood of gees.’’ 54,000 young American sons, husbands and fa- The Marine Corps has the reputation of tigious status that only national park status thers. can afford, Mr. Speaker, it is the Black Can- having highly-trained, highly-disciplined and yon. But as you know, national parks don't just highly-efficient combat soldiers. Not gen- There are always a few miscreants in every erally recognized is that, behind all the bra- part of our American society, including, at happen. In this case, it took nearly 15 years, times, a few American soldiers. However, as several Congressional Representatives and vado, they are real people with real emo- tions. Americans, we cannot—we must not—let the Senators, innumerable locally elected officials, The Marine Corps Reserve unit I served indefensible actions of a few blemish the and a virtual sea of committed citizens in with, from the historic landing at Inchon to magnificent sacrifices of the many in what, western Colorado. the epic Battle of the Chosin Reservoir, were until now, has been called The Forgotten Included in this group are the good people young husbands and fathers. Many like me War. of Gunnison, Colorado. During this long and at had served a ‘‘hitch’’ in their teens, had been Semper Fidelis.

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.024 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 October 20, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2151 TRIBUTE TO THE BLACK CANYON can afford, Mr. Speaker, it is the Black Can- and information addressing the broad range of OF THE GUNNISON AND THOSE yon. But as you know, national parks don't just issues facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, and WHO MADE IT POSSIBLE happen. In this case, it took nearly 15 years, transgendered youth. Since the founding of several Congressional Representatives and the organization in 1993, Carey has worked HON. SCOTT McINNIS Senators, innumerable locally elected officials, with the board and staff to develop NYAC as OF COLORADO and a virtual sea of committed citizens in an organization committed to lesbian, gay, bi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES western Colorado. sexual, and transgendered youth leadership, Included in this group are the good people national vision driven by community-based Wednesday, October 20, 1999 of Crawford, Colorado. During this long and at needs, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with an times difficult process, Crawford's civic leaders transgendered youth activism without a broad- overwhelming sense of pride that I now rise to have given tirelessly and beyond measure in er social justice context. pay tribute to a truly historic event in the proud the hopes of making the Black Canyon a na- and distinguished history of the great State of Rea's list of accomplishments in her six- tional park. Again and again these great year tenure is as extensive as it is impressive. Colorado: the establishment of the Black Can- Americans rose to the challenge, doing every- yon of the Gunnison National Park. Through her leadership, the NYAC's budget thing in their power to fulfill this dream. With- has grown from $80,000 per year to $900,000 As the House sponsor of legislation that re- out Crawford's leadership and perseverance, designated the Black Canyon as a national per year, the staff has grown from one to elev- none of what we have accomplished would en, an the breadth and depth of its work in- park, it gives me great joy to describe for this have ever been possible. esteemed body's record the beauty of this creased as well. Among other things, the It is with this, Mr. Speaker, that I give my truly majestic place. In addition, I would like to NYAC convenes a ``National Summit'' every thanks to the people of Crawford who played offer my gratitude to a community of individ- year focused entirely on the political, social, a leading role in making the Black Canyon of uals instrumental in the long process that ulti- and mental/physical health issues facing les- the Gunnison National Park a wonderful reality mately yielded the establishment of the Black bian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered youth. for Colorado, America, and the world to enjoy. Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. It provides skills building and leadership train- Mr. Speaker, anyone who has visited the f ing for youth, technical assistance to commu- nity organizations, fundraising, referral net- Black Canyon can attest to its awe-inspiring REA CAREY HONORED FOR HER works, and other many other services. natural beauty. Named for the dark rock that DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AT THE makes up its sheer walls, the Black Canyon is NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCACY CO- Rea's large contribution to this success was largely composed of what geologists call base- ALITION recognized this year, when she was given an ment rocks, the oldest rocks on the earth esti- ``Award of Excellence'' by the Centers for Dis- mated at 1.7 billion years old. With its narrow ease Control and Prevention's Division of Ado- openings, sheer walls, and scenic gorges that HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON lescent and School Health for her ``imaginative plunge 2000 feet into the clear blue majesty of OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA and creative efforts'' in helping to educate the Gunnison River, the Black Canyon is a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES America's young people about preventing HIV natural crown jewel second to none in its mag- Wednesday, October 20, 1999 infection. nificent splendor. Though other canyons may have greater depth or descend on a steeper Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, I ask you and all my col- course, few combine these attributes as honor Rea Carey, founding Executive Director leagues to join me in honoring Rea Carey. breathtakingly as does the Black Canyon. of the National Youth Advocacy Coalition While her good work at NYAC is done, I am If ever there was a place worthy of the pres- (NYAC). NYAC is the only National organiza- sure that her career of good works is only be- tigious status that only national park status tion solely focused on advocacy, education, ginning.

VerDate 1299 06:04 Oct 21, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A20OC8.026 pfrm04 PsN: E20PT1 E2152 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 20, 1999 SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS ties and the transfer of United States 2:30 p.m. technology to China. Judiciary Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, S–407, Capitol Criminal Justice Oversight Subcommittee agreed to by the Senate on February 4, 2:30 p.m. To hold hearings on the Justice Depart- 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- Armed Services ment’s response to international paren- tem for a computerized schedule of all Readiness and Management Support Sub- tal kidnapping. meetings and hearings of Senate com- committee SD–226 mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- To hold hearings on the Real Property Environment and Public Works Management Program and the mainte- To hold hearings on S. 1405, to amend the tees, and committees of conference. Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge Au- nance of the historic homes and senior This title requires all such committees thority Act of 1995 to provide an au- offices’ quarters. to notify the Office of the Senate Daily thorization of contract authority for SR–222 Digest—designated by the Rules com- fiscal years 2004 through 2007. mittee—of the time, place, and purpose SD–406 OCTOBER 27 of the meetings, when scheduled, and 3 p.m. any cancellations or changes in the 9:30 a.m. Foreign Relations meetings as they occur. Indian Affairs To hold hearings on numerous tax trea- To hold hearings on proposed legislation ties and protocol. As an additional procedure along authorizing funds for elementary and SD–419 with the computerization of this infor- secondary education assistance, focus- mation, the Office of the Senate Daily ing on Indian educational programs; to OCTOBER 28 Digest will prepare this information for be followed by a business meeting on 9:30 a.m. printing in the Extensions of Remarks pending calendar business. Small Business section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD SR–285 To hold hearings on the Environmental on Monday and Wednesday of each Armed Services Protection Agency’s recent rulemaking week. To hold hearings on the nomination of in regards to small businesses. The following named officer for ap- SR–428A Meetings scheduled for Thursday, Oc- pointment in the United States Air 10:30 a.m. tober 21, 1999 may be found in the Daily Force to the grade indicated while as- Foreign Relations Digest of today’s RECORD. signed to a position of importance and To hold hearings on the nomination of responsibility under title 10, U.S.C., Joseph W. Prueher, of Tennessee, to be Ambassador to the People’s Republic of section 601: Gen. Joseph W. Ralston, MEETINGS SCHEDULED China. 9172, To be General; the nomination of SD–419 The following named officer for ap- OCTOBER 22 2:30 p.m. pointment as Vice Chairman of the 9:30 a.m. Energy and Natural Resources Armed Services Joint Chiefs of Staff and appointment Water and Power Subcommittee To hold hearings to examine the security to the grade indicated while assigned To hold oversight hearings on the Fed- of the Panama Canal. to a position of importance and respon- eral hydroelectric licensing process. SH–216 sibility under title 10, U.S.C., sections SD–366 601 and 154: Gen. Richard B. Myers, OCTOBER 25 7092, To be General; the nomination of NOVEMBER 4 1 p.m. The following named officer for ap- 9:30 a.m. Small Business pointment in the United States Army Indian Affairs To hold hearings to examine the inci- to the grade indicated while assigned To hold joint hearings with the House dents of high-tech fraud on small busi- to a position of importance and respon- Committee on Resources on S. 1586, to nesses. sibility under title 10, U.S.C., section reduce the fractionated ownership of SD–562 601: Gen. Thomas A. Schwartz, 0711, To Indian Lands; and S. 1315, to permit the be General; and the nomination of The leasing of oil and gas rights on certain OCTOBER 26 following named officer for appoint- lands held in trust for the Navajo Na- 9:30 a.m. ment in the United States Air Force to tion or allotted to a member of the Energy and Natural Resources the grade indicated while assigned to a Navajo Nation, in any case in which To hold hearings on the interpretation position of importance and responsi- there is consent from a specified per- and implementation plans of subsist- bility under title 10, U.S.C., section 601: centage interest in the parcel of land ence management regulations for pub- Gen. Ralph E. Eberhart, 7375, To be under consideration for lease. lic lands in Alaska. General. Room to be announced SD–366 SH–216 10 a.m. 10 a.m. CANCELLATIONS Environment and Public Works Judiciary Transportation and Infrastructure Sub- To hold hearings on terrorism issues, fo- OCTOBER 26 committee cusing on victims’ access to terrorist To hold hearings on the courthouse con- assets. 9:30 a.m. struction program. SD–226 Energy and Natural Resources SD–406 10:30 a.m. To hold hearings on S. 882, to strengthen 2 p.m. provisions in the Energy Policy Act of Foreign Relations Judiciary 1992 and the Federal Nonnuclear En- To hold hearings to examine the future Administrative Oversight and the Courts ergy Research and Development Act of Subcommittee of U.S.-China relations. 1974 with respect to potential Climate To hold hearings to examine Chinese es- SD–419 Change. pionage at United States nuclear facili- SD–366

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