E712 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 3, 2006 HONORING THE BUDD LAKE him as one of the ‘‘most effective and progres- took this opportunity to rush towards him, VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT sive trial judges in America.’’ This honor is es- grabbing him around the waist and pulling him pecially hard won in a court system whose pri- to safety. After both fell to the sidewalk, the HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN mary purpose lies with complex and emotion- man continued to resist but with Sergeant OF NEW JERSEY ally-charged issues of homes in crisis, juvenile Stone’s assistance he was subdued and taken offenders and victims of abuse and violence. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES into custody. Prior to being transported to the While most judges choose to move as hospital, the man thanked the officers for sav- Wednesday, May 3, 2006 quickly as possible through the assignment of ing his life and apologized for creating a dis- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise handling juvenile matters, Judge Edwards ad- turbance. today to honor the Budd Lake Volunteer Fire vocated innovative changes to the system. He Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Corporal Department, in the Township of Mount Olive, fashioned new programs to unify families, deal Russell W. Balbirona for his exceptional dis- New Jersey, a patriotic community that I am with domestic violence, improve foster care play of courage, quick thinking, and the heroic proud to represent! On June 24, 2006 the and reform the approach to both dependents actions carried out in this life-saving incident. good citizens of Budd Lake and Mount Olive and delinquents in juvenile matters. Edwards I further congratulate Corporal Balbirona for will celebrate the Fire Company’s 75th Anni- is a judge who strongly promoted trans- receiving the U.S. Department of the Interior versary with special festivities. parency in an otherwise secretive juvenile Valor Award. I thank him for his distinguished The Budd Lake Volunteer Fire Department court system. service and wish him the best in all of his fu- was formally incorporated in 1931 with ap- In 1999, Judge Edwards established one of ture endeavors. proximately twenty-three members. A history the country’s first dependency drug treatment compiled by the department says the first pur- courts. He also founded the Juvenile Court f chased piece of equipment was a Baby Grand Judges Association of California and was co- founder of the Santa Clara County Domestic INTRODUCTION OF UNRWA Chevrolet, which the department utilized as a INTEGRITY ACT chemical truck. In 1934 the department was Violence Council. granted permission to move from a garage be- Judge Edwards’ innovations in juvenile jus- hind Mockler’s Tavern into the Municipal Build- tice made him an expert sought out by courts HON. MARK STEVEN KIRK ing (which is now the Country Store). The first across the country. Although he is retiring OF ILLINOIS pumper owned by the department was a Ford from the bench, he will continue to focus on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES important social justice issues. Judge Edwards purchased by the Township Committee in Wednesday, May 3, 2006 1935. hopes to serve as a regular juvenile justice A new firehouse was constructed in 1968 to consultant for the California Administrative Of- Mr. KIRK. Mr. Speaker, I am introducing the house all of the department’s equipment and fice of the Courts and will continue to travel UNRWA Integrity Act of 2006 with Congress- a large room for department meetings and the country to provide expertise to juvenile man Tom Lantos (D-CA). This bill ensures that fundraising activities. Additions were com- courts elsewhere. American taxpayers are not funding terrorism pleted in 1972 and 1987. The latter included Judge Edwards is also the son of my prede- through contributions to the United Nations two new equipment bays, allowing one piece cessor in office, the longtime San Jose Demo- Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refu- of apparatus per bay. Prior to this addition, cratic congressman Don Edwards. Former gees in the Near East (UNRWA). great agility was required to park three large Congressman Don Edwards served San Jose UNRWA was created in 1949 as a tem- fire trucks, a brush truck and an equipment honorably in Congress for three decades and porary agency to provide relief services to Pal- van in three bays! was a true mentor to me when I worked for estinian refugees. It is the only United Nations Currently, the Fire Department, led by Fire him prior to my election to the seat he occu- agency dedicated to one specific group of ref- Chief Ken Nelson, has about 40 members. pied after his retirement. San Jose has been ugees. The United States is the UNRWA’s Last year they responded to over 500 alarms. blessed by these two men who clearly served largest donor, contributing more than $2 billion Mr. Speaker, I urge you and my colleagues its citizenry well. since 1950. In 2005 alone, the United States to join me in congratulating the volunteers of f donated $108 million, constituting nearly a the Budd Lake Fire Department on the cele- fourth of UNRWA’s annual budget. PAYING TRIBUTE TO CORPORAL Yet, there is a startling lack of accountability bration of 75 years of protection of one of New RUSSELL W. BALBIRONA Jersey’s finest municipalities. over UNRWA’s financial activities. An analysis of UNRWA’s most recent internal audit per- f HON. JON C. PORTER formed by the United Nations Board of Audi- HONORING SANTA CLARA COUNTY OF NEVADA tors finds vague summary totals. Account after SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE LEON- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES account in this audit describe line items as ARD EDWARDS ON HIS RETIRE- Wednesday, May 3, 2006 ‘‘Cash Assistance’’ or ‘‘Unearmarked Contribu- MENT FROM THE BENCH Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tion.’’ At least $43 million of UNRWA’s budget honor Corporal Russell W. Balbirona in rec- is undefined. As American taxpayers, we are HON. ZOE LOFGREN ognition of his heroic act performed at the Bu- entitled to better accounting standards. OF CALIFORNIA reau of Reclamation’s Hoover Dam resulting in With Hamas’ rise to leadership of the Pales- tinian Authority, we must ensure that contribu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the saving of a life and to commend him for tions to UNRWA do not end up in the hands Wednesday, May 3, 2006 receiving the U.S. Department of the Interior Valor Award. of terrorists. This is no idle concern. UNRWA Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. Corporal Balbirona displayed outstanding was suspected in terrorist activity involving ter- Speaker, I rise to honor and commend Santa dedication and commitment to the Hoover rorists using UNRWA ambulances to transport Clara County Superior Court Judge Leonard Dam Police Department when he assisted a weapons. Furthermore, UNRWA employees Edwards who is retiring in May after nearly 26 fellow officer in preventing a suicide: use their posts to run for office on Hamas’ years on the bench. On October 14, 2005, Corporal Balbirona ticket. When questioned on Hamas candidates Former Governor Jerry Brown first ap- responded to a radio call from Sergeant Jef- working for UNRWA, the Commissioner Gen- pointed Edwards to the bench after he had es- frey Stone reporting an individual standing on eral refused to comment. tablished himself in San Jose, California as a the wall overlooking the Dam. When Corporal The UNRWA Integrity Act ensures money lawyer specializing in juvenile law and criminal Balbirona arrived at the top of the Dam he ob- designated for humanitarian assistance does defense. served Sergeant Stone demanding that the not fall into the hands of terrorists. The bill re- Through the years, Edwards regularly man get down. The man told Sergeant Stone quires the President must certify to Congress ranked among the highest in local bar asso- he was going to jump. Corporal Balbirona ap- that UNRWA is subject to comprehensive fi- ciation surveys of the judges; and as his proached the man from behind and motioned nancial audits by an internationally recognized, speeches and writings spread across the to Sergeant Stone to distract the man by talk- independent auditing firm; does not knowingly country, his reputation extended well beyond ing to him. Even with Sergeant Stone’s word provide employment, refuge, assistance or his chambers in San Jose. of encouragement, the man refused to get support of any kind to members of foreign ter- In 2004, Judge Edwards received the pres- down. rorist organizations; and is not an impediment tigious William Rehnquist award from the Na- As the man was reaching for a cigarette that to finding a lasting solution for Palestinian ref- tional Center for State Courts, which heralded Sergeant Stone offered, Corporal Balbirona ugees in the West Bank and Gaza. The bill

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Boonton High School: Jennifer Hitchings’’ This system allows attorneys to make court Tying future U.S. assistance to UNRWA to ‘‘Profile,’’ Wyatt Sikora’s ‘‘Mind Mesh,’’ Sarah appearances from their offices by telephone an independent, internationally recognized ex- La Placa’s ‘‘unexpected,’’ and Karinya on all routine matters as well as other matters penditure audit will ensure U.S. taxpayer Santiago’s ‘‘Mom.’’ of their choosing. The system has become money does not support terrorist organizations Bridgewater Raritan High School: Allison widely used by the bar and saved thousands like Hamas. I want to thank my good friend Boucher’s ‘‘Zoom In,’’ Snena Ganguly’s of dollars in billable hours for clients. Congressman TOM LANTOS for being the lead ‘‘Woods,’’ and Amanda Ayod’s ‘‘What’s in My Judge Grube is the author of numerous pro- co-sponsor of this legislation. I look forward to Purse.’’ cedural and substantive guidelines adopted working with him and my other colleagues on Roxbury High School: Mark McDevitt’s ‘‘Still throughout the District and nationwide that this bill to bring accountability to UNRWA. By Life # 3,’’ Dana Windt’s ‘‘Morris Study # 5,’’ provides guidance to counsel and reduce un- doing so, we can take positive steps towards Deborah Brooks’’ ‘‘Proverb # 5,’’ and Amanda necessary legal expense. He is also recog- solving the refugee problem without allowing Baratta’s untitled work. nized as an outstanding and frequent lecturer. U.S. dollars to fall into the hands of terrorists. Livingston High School: Lucy Tan’s ‘‘1930’s In 2000 he spoke nationwide about the tech- f icon,’’ Stacey Berson’s ‘‘B Minor,’’ Genna nology bankruptcies that are typical in Silicon Cherichello’s ‘‘Mannequin in Orange and Valley and because of the unique caseload of CONGRATULATING OUTSTANDING Blue,’’ and Tanya Goldberg’s ‘‘Complementary bankruptcy courts in Silicon Valley, he has au- HIGH SCHOOL ARTIST FROM THE Expressions.’’ thored many ground-breaking opinions in the 11TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Montville High School: Yi Ming He’s ‘‘Cen- intellectual property field. OF NEW JERSEY tral Perc,’’ April Ennis’s ‘‘Springtime Enchant- As a strong advocate of education, Jim ment,’’ Joyce Chung’s ‘‘Checkmate,’’ and served on the Ninth Circuit Bankruptcy Edu- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN Kaitlin Michaud’s ‘‘Little Sister.’’ cation Committee. He has imparted his experi- OF NEW JERSEY Millburn High School: Albert Choi’s ‘‘Self ence and wisdom by being a mentor to his law IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Portrait,’’ Ann Trocchia’s ‘‘Self Portrait Ann,’’ clerks and has stood as an example to other Wednesday, May 3, 2006 and Erica Sutton’s ‘‘Self—Portrait.’’ lawyers in methods to approach legal prob- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, once West Morris Mendham: Sara Gilbert’s ‘‘Va- lems. again, I come to the floor to recognize the cancy,’’ David Brunell-Brutman’s ‘‘Juggernaut,’’ Judge Grube participated in establishing the great success of strong local schools working and Heather Schultz’s ‘‘Relative Motion.’’ Don Edwards Inn of Court and has promoted with dedicated parents and teachers to raise Each year the winner of the competition has civility and professionalism in the community young men and women. I rise today to con- their art work displayed with other winners through his leadership. Judge Grube has also gratulate and honor 45 outstanding high from across the country in a special corridor participated in both the San Jose Rotary Club school artists from the 11th Congressional here at the U.S. Capitol. Every time a vote is and the Hollister Rotary Club. District of New Jersey. Each of these talented called, I walk through that corridor and am re- I know I join many others in Santa Clara students is participating in the 2006 Annual minded of the vast talents of our young men County in thanking Judge Grube for his con- Congressional Arts competition, ‘‘An Artistic and women. tributions and wish him well upon his retire- Discovery.’’ Their works, of art are excep- Indeed, all of these young artists are win- ment from the bench. tional! ners, and we should be proud of their achieve- f We have 45 students participating. That is a ments so early in life. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join BUSINESS LEADERS TO BE RECOG- tremendous response, and I would very much NIZED BY NORTH CENTRAL OHIO like to build on that participation for future me in congratulating these talented young people from New Jersey’s 11th Congressional ENTREPRENEURIAL HALL OF competitions. FAME Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate the District. f three winners of our art competition. First HON. MICHAEL G. OXLEY place was awarded to Sara Gilbert from West TO COMMEND THE HONORABLE OF OHIO Morris Mendham High School for her work en- JAMES R. GRUBE FOR HIS WORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES titled ‘‘Vacancy.’’ Second place was awarded AT THE UNITED STATES BANK- to Lucy Tan from Livingston High School for RUPTCY COURT IN THE NORTH- Wednesday, May 3, 2006 her work entitled ‘‘1930’s Icon.’’ Third place ERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege was awarded to Snena Ganguly from Bridge- to recognize the outstanding accomplishments water Raritan High School for her work enti- of three distinguished Ohioans being honored tled ‘‘Woods.’’ HON. ZOE LOFGREN Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize each OF CALIFORNIA by the North Central Ohio Entrepreneurial Hall artist for their participation by indicating their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Fame on May 5. Shirley Monica began her career with the high school, their name, and the title of their Wednesday, May 3, 2006 contest entry for the official Record. Home McDonald’s organization in 1978, when she schooled: Phyllis Schlafly’s ‘‘Circle of Light.’’ Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. and her husband invested in three stores in Madison High School: Joey Mottola’s ‘‘A Speaker, I rise to honor and commend the the Mansfield area. In 1980, despite a dismal look into deep Blu,’’ Chloe Unger’s ‘‘Reflec- Honorable James R. Grube upon his retire- economy, Shirley listened to her instincts and tion,’’ Philip Hinge’s ‘‘Self Portrait,’’ and Pam ment from an almost 18-year career on the opened a store on her own—silencing her de- Dughi’s ‘‘Self.’’ bench serving the United States Bankruptcy tractors a year later when the store was Mount Olive High School: Sophia Sobers’s Court in the Northern District of California. named the highest-volume store in the United ‘‘Loss of Innocence,’’ Andrew Schweighardt’s Judge Grube was appointed to the bench States. Today, Shirley and her family own nine ‘‘Omas Pickled Peppers,’’ Jessica Masterson’s on August 12, 1988 after practice as an attor- McDonald’s franchises in north central Ohio. ‘‘FLIP,’’ and Meghan Marvin’s ‘‘There Goes ney specializing in bankruptcy and general in- Her stores have repeatedly been recognized the Neighborhood.’’ solvency matters. Prior to his practice of law, for their service speed, quality, and overall Ridge High School: Wyatt Regan’s ‘‘Burning Judge Grube served in the United States operational excellence. Bush,’’ Alan Yang’s ‘‘Flight of the Mind,’’ Army as a Captain with the 11th Light Infantry Shirley has made her career about more Jenna Buesser’s ‘‘Detained Debris,’’ and Han- Brigade in Vietnam. In 1987, shortly before his than simply developing restaurants. Her co- nah Barkley’s untitled work. appointment to the bench, Jim was elected to workers and employees speak of Shirley fond- Dover High School: Erick Szentmiklosy’s un- the 500 Best Lawyers in America in recogni- ly as a leader, mentor, and friend. Her drive titled work. tion of the quality of his legal work in the field for perfection and faith in people make Shirley Morris Hills High School: Brandon of bankruptcy. truly worthy of induction into the Hall of Fame. Rodleewitz’s ‘‘Partners in Peace,’’ and Krupa During Judge Grube’s tenure he has led the Also being inducted is Bill Burgett, a long- Patel’s ‘‘Visions.’’ court in a number of areas to improve cost time friend who founded the Kokosing Con- Morris Knolls High School: Lindsay and delay reduction in the courts. In the mid struction Company in 1950. Based in Mehringer’s ‘‘coucher de soleil,’’ Tanya 1990’s, Judge Grube led the implementation Fredericktown, Kokosing is a regional leader

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