E836 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 is that kind of person. He is a RECOGNIZING DEAN J. ROSIAR, II Mr. Sinco joined the Scouts in 1931. Today contributor, a leader and a team-player. ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE he is registered with Troop 418, which meets Chet Walker is also a man of character and U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY at the American Legion in Nanticoke. integrity. In his current career as an inde- In 1932, he organized and supervised Boy pendent film producer, he is working on a doc- HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR Scouts in Nanticoke for the Russian relief drive and participated as a member of the umentary for Katherine Drexel. She was a nun OF OHIO steering committee in the development of an who taught freed slaves as they worked to- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ward independence. He won an Emmy for a athletic meet for Nanticoke Boy Scouts, which Thursday, May 16, 2002 movie he produced about Isiah Thomas’ moth- was held at Kirby Park that May. He has also er called ‘‘A Mother’s Courage.’’ These are Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great supervised athletic meets at the park. films that capture real world feelings about pride that I rise today to recognize my con- He organized and participated in rescue ac- challenging issues. They are, indeed, films stituent, Dean J. Rosiar, II of Marblehead, tivities carried out by Boy Scouts in floods that that make you think. It wouldn’t surprise me if Ohio, who recently accepted his appointment took place in the Nanticoke and West Nan- one day ‘‘Hall of Famer’’ Chet Walker wins an to the U.S. Military Academy at West . ticoke areas, taught Red Cross first aid class- Oscar. He has set that as his next personal Dean will soon graduate from Danbury High es to Scouts in his area and supervised an ec- goal, and knowing the way he takes on a chal- School. During his high school career, he has ological project in the Nanticoke, Glen Lyon lenge, I believe he will meet that goal. maintained a high grade point average, and is and Sheatown areas in which trees were But we should never forget just how skilled a member of the National Honor Society. He planted in high runoff areas. In addition, he initiated a program of after- Chet Walker was at the game he loved. He is an accomplished athlete, earning varsity let- school activities for Boy Scouts, implemented was a great player. On one hand, ters in football, basketball, and track and field. the first marble tournament for Scouts in the he could lead a team, like Bradley, to a title. And, he has clearly demonstrated his leader- Nanticoke area and organized a drum and On the other hand, he could play a key role ship ability, serving as Sophomore Class bugle corps which was instructed in drill and in scoring nearly 15 points a game on a team, President, delegate to Buckeye Boys State formations at Falcon’s Hall, Nanticoke. He or- the , with , and as a captain of the football team. ganized a Boy Scouting program for news- , Lucious Jackson and Billy Dean Rosiar can be very proud of his many paper scribes in 1936 and organized three Cunningham which not only won the title, but accomplishments. He is a credit to his family, his school, and his community. By accepting troops in the council in 1976. was one of the best NBA teams of all time. Mr. Sinco also served as chairman of a Chet Walker could rise to the occasion when his appointment, Dean is accepting a unique challenge. Scouting effort to provide gifts to children who he had to, but he always knew that to be a were in hospitals on Christmas Day and took winner the team had to come first. A lesson The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership development for the United States Army. As a the gifts to the children. He also worked with for all of us to remember. the local American Legion on a program of For his skills and for his character, Chet member of the U.S. Corps of Cadets, he will face a most demanding academic curriculum placing flags on servicemen’s graves and also Walker has earned his place in the NBA Hall organized the placing of flags on the graves of of Fame, and I sincerely hope the Honors and physical regimen. He will live, study and prepare in an environment where strong lead- Scouts. Committee selects him as part of the 2002 Last but certainly not least, he has worked Hall of Fame class. ership thrives, individual achievement is ex- pected, and personal integrity is demanded. with his son, Michael E. Sinco Jr., a psycholo- gist, to develop a Scouting program for chil- f Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain dren with mental retardation or physical dis- TRIBUTE TO ELSBETH WILLIAMS free and at peace depends in no small meas- abilities. Mr. Speaker, as you can see, Michael E. ure on whether we will continue to inspire our Sinco Sr. is a tremendous example of how youth to serve.’’ HON. BOB SCHAFFER one person truly can make a difference in the I am confident that Dean Rosiar has the OF COLORADO lives of numerous other people. I congratulate character and ability to excel at the U.S. Mili- him on receiving this well-deserved honor from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tary Academy at West Point. I ask my col- the Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of the Thursday, May 16, 2002 leagues to join me in wishing him well as he Boy Scouts of America, and I send him and begins his very important service to our Na- Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- his family my best wishes. tion. ognize Miss Elsbeth Williams of Fort Collins, f Colorado. Elsbeth has been selected to be a f IN RECOGNITION OF REVEREND member of the prestigious performance orga- MICHAEL SINCO HONORED nization, The Sound of America Honor Band HOMER DEWITT WILLIAMS and Chorus. For this, Mr. Speaker, the United HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI States Congress commends Elsbeth and wish- HON. KEN BENTSEN OF PENNSYLVANIA es her the best of luck. OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Throughout Elsbeth’s high school career IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she has been a member of the wind ensem- Thursday, May 16, 2002 Thursday, May 16, 2002 ble, symphony orchestra, marching band, and Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor choir programs. In addition, Elsbeth is also a to call the attention of the House of Rep- Reverend Homer D. Williams, on the occasion member of the Colorado State Honor Band, resentatives to the lifetime of community serv- of his retirement from his pastoral duties at Larimer County Youth Festival Orchestra, and ice provided by my good friend and neighbor, Blueridge United Methodist Church located in the Colorado All-State Band. Elsbeth has Michael E. Sinco Sr. of Nanticoke, Pennsyl- Houston, Texas. In recognition of his hard demonstrated a commitment to musical vania. This Tuesday, I will cast my vote in the work and dedication to Blueridge United Meth- achievement, leadership and service to her Pennsylvania primary at the Pope John Paul II odist Church, the congregation is hosting a school. As a result of her hard work and dedi- Elementary School gymnasium in Nanticoke, Roast n’ Toast at the Jesse H. Jones Con- cation, Elsbeth was chosen to become part of and I know I will see Mr. Sinco steadfastly ference on May 24, 2002. The Sound of America Honor Band and Cho- performing his duty at the poll, as he has for A native Houstonian, Reverend Williams rus. so many years. At the age of 90, Mr. Sinco graduated from Jack Yates Senior High This summer, Elsbeth will join the esteemed continues to be one of the most active mem- School before receiving his B.A. in Sociology performance organization for its 2002 Euro- bers of the community in Nanticoke, and I from Texas Southern University, where he pean Concert Tour of six European Countries. know I can always count on him for unvar- graduated Cum-Laude. While attending Texas As a citizen of Colorado’s Fourth Congres- nished and insightful information about the Southern University, Reverend Williams re- sional District, Elsbeth Williams is truly a posi- community. ceived several accolades and honors includ- tive role model for the youth of America. She Last fall at its annual recognition dinner, the ing, Who’s Who of American Colleges and not only makes her community proud, but also Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of the Boy Universities and remained a permanent fixture her state and country. I ask the House to join Scouts of America presented Mr. Sinco with a on the Dean’s List. Reverend Williams also re- me in extending our warmest congratulations certificate of appreciation for his lengthy serv- ceived a Masters of Divinity degree from Per- to Miss Elsbeth Williams. ice to Scouting. kins School of Theology at Southern Methodist

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.024 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E837 University, an advanced five-year Conference These immigrants are fleeing the violence in Act of 2002. This legislation will grant air traffic Course of Study. He served the nation for four Colombia in ever-increasing numbers and the controllers, and more specifically air traffic years of in the United States Navy and was migration will not stop until the terrorists are controller supervisors, the same treatment that honorably discharged in 1963. defeated in Colombia. These immigrants are federal firefighters and law enforcement offi- Reverend Williams has established a legacy firsthand witnesses to terrorism, cers (LEOs) receive under the Civil Service by designing and implementing programs to narcotrafficking, kidnapping and random vio- Retirement System (CSRS) and the Federal enhance the education and spiritual needs of lence by the Colombian terrorists, which seek Employment Retirement System (FERS). the youth in the Houston community. He be- to overthrow, with assistance from the Cuban Both the CSRS and the FERS provide early lieves that simple instruction and guidance dictatorship, the elected government of Colom- retirement benefits and require mandatory from the church can make a huge difference bia. separation for safety-related occupations, in- in the lives of young people, leading him to Mr. Speaker, we should listen to what the cluding federal firefighters, LEOs and air traffic serve on the Board of Directors of One Colombian American community, and their controllers. Under both CSRS and FERS, fire- Church-One Child; Advisory Committee of leaders, can tell us. I welcome Mr. Duarte to fighters/LEOs and controllers are eligible for Sunnyside Multi-Purpose Center and Health Washington, DC and look forward to working retirement after 25 years of service or after Center; and the Prison Ministry-Innnerchange with him on issues of mutual concern. becoming 50 years old and completing 20 Freedom Initiative program, Jester II Unit, f years of service. Additionally, the annuities for Sugarland Texas. Additionally, he has served firefighters, LEOs and controllers are higher TRIBUTE TO MIRIAM (PAT) than ordinary federal employees under CSRS on numerous boards and conferences, includ- ESTELLE LAPPLE ing the Board of Directors of the Wesley Foun- and FERS. dation of Texas Southern University and the However, the current definition of an air traf- University of Houston; Conference Board of HON. ROB PORTMAN fic controller in both CSRS and FERS is lim- Stewardship; and the Finance Committee of OF OHIO ited to people who are actively engaged in di- Black Methodist for Church Renewal. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recting air traffic or their immediate super- In all that he has done, Reverend Williams Thursday, May 16, 2002 visors. As a result, air traffic controllers who has remained very active in the United Meth- Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to are promoted to staff specialists or second odist Church (UMC) at the state level, having pay tribute to Miriam (Pat) Estelle Lapple, a level managers before they are eligible to re- served in State Conferences for the past 27 dear friend, constituent, community leader and tire lose all benefits currently guaranteed con- years under six appointments. His prior ap- public servant who will be celebrating her 70th trollers under CSRS and FERS. Yet, fire- pointments include, Adkins Memorial UMC; birthday on June 9. fighters and LEOs that are promoted to man- East Hempstead Circuit, Harper UMC; St. Pat was born in St. Bernard, Ohio on June agement positions do not need to make a Thomas UMC; Shaw Tabernacle; St. Andrews 9, 1932. She grew up during the Great De- similar sacrifice. UMC; and Blueridge UMC where he has pression in the town of Woodlawn, attended The Air Traffic Retirement Reform Act of served 12 years. In honor of his dedication to Woodlawn Elementary, and then went on to 2002 amends the CSRS and FERS to provide successfully cultivating and building spiritual Reading High School. Without a doubt, Pat a more expansive two-tier definition of air traf- foundations throughout the State of Texas, has lived an active and full life over the past fic controllers. The new definition will include Reverend Williams was ordained Deacon in 70 years. both employees covered under the current 1989 at the UMC Annual Conference and then Following high school, Pat married and definition of air traffic controllers and second Elder in 1997. started a family. She stayed home with her level supervisors. Second level supervisors Mr. Speaker, Reverend Williams has been a children for 12 years before going back to would be eligible for the same retirement ben- leader in our community and I congratulate work for the next 40 plus years. efits available to line-controllers. him on providing 28 years of service within the Pat has always been very dedicated to our The Air Traffic Retirement Reform Act of United Methodist Church and for his success- community. Among her work and activities, 2002 provides fairness and parity, between air ful spiritual guidance to many. Pat was a member of the Order of the Eastern traffic controllers and other federal safety pro- Star for over 30 years, serving as Worthy Ma- fessionals. f tron (President) in 1970 and again in 1972. f COMMENDING MR. CAMILO Pat also wrote the Reading Social News, a THE FEDERAL LAW ENFORCE- DUARTE column which appeared in the Valley Courier MENT PAY EQUITY AND REFORM for 19 years. For the past 9 years, she has ACT OF 2002 HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART served as Clerk of Council for the Reading OF FLORIDA City Council. Pat also has been a member of the Reading HON. MIKE ROGERS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Republican Club since 1989. She was Presi- OF MICHIGAN Thursday, May 16, 2002 dent of the Club in 1992. In 1995, she was the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, I would Reading Republican of the Year. Thursday, May 16, 2002 like to recognize and commend a constituent Other activities include her past volunteer Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I of mine, Mr. Camilo Duarte, for the work he is work at Hilltop School, where she taught dis- rise today, during National Law Enforcement doing to help Colombian Americans and Co- advantaged kindergarteners in the Early I.D. Memorial Week, to introduce the Federal Law lombian immigrants in the United States. Mr. program, and her service as a liturgist at St. Enforcement Pay Equity and Reform Act of Duarte is in Washington, DC this week, meet- John United Church of Christ. 2002. ing with Members and congressional staff, to Pat has a great sense of humor, and 5 chil- Mr. Speaker, this week in our nation’s cap- discuss the worsening crisis in Colombia, and dren, 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren ital and around America, a variety of events specifically, activities by the FARC terrorist and, in her words, ‘‘two really spoiled dogs.’’ are being held to honor law enforcement offi- group in Colombia. She is a wonderful person, and her beloved cers who lost their lives in the line of duty and Mr. Speaker, my community perhaps more Reading, Ohio is fortunate to have her. All of those who continue to serve. The very real than any other in the United States, is witness us in the Cincinnati area recognize Pat’s out- dangers faced by the dedicated men and to the crisis in Colombia. There is a growing standing service and contributions to our com- women who protect us every day was brought Colombian immigrant community in the United munity. home as never before last September 11. States, numbering more than 280,000 in just f While we cannot turn back the clock and Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties of AIR TRAFFIC RETIREMENT undo what was done, we can and must do ev- South Florida. Many of them have already be- REFORM ACT OF 2002 erything within our power to ensure that it come U.S. citizens. They are mothers and fa- never happens again. And it is our law en- thers, children, students, businessmen, middle forcement officers, and, in particular, our fed- class professionals, and workers all seeking a HON. JAMES L. OBERSTAR eral law enforcement agencies, that are OF MINNESOTA better life. They are hard-working immigrants charged with that paramount mission. The bill IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES which I welcome to my community just as I I am introducing today will help accomplish have welcomed others fleeing communist Thursday, May 16, 2002 this goal by enhancing and modernizing the insurgencies in Latin America, or coming to Mr. OBERSTAR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise compensation system for our nation’s federal America seeking a better life for their children. to introduce the Air Traffic Retirement Reform law enforcement officers.

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