[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 15 (Tuesday, February 22, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: February 22, 1994]
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                      TRIBUTE TO BALBINA A. YOUNG

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                             HON. JACK REED

                            of rhode island

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 22, 1994

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute a distinguished 
individual from Rhode Island who has through her dedication, hard work, 
and professionalism served the people of Rhode Island proudly.
  Balbina A. Young was elected councilwoman of the 11th ward of 
Providence in November, 1988. She is the first African-American woman 
to serve on the Providence City Council and is also the first to serve 
on any town or city council in the State of Rhode Island. Balbina 
serves on the Urban Redevelopment Renewal and Planning Committee, the 
Housing Authority Board of Commissioners as well as numerous other 
committees.
  Legislative priorities for Balbina have been the Fairness in 
Purchasing Ordinance along with the creation of home ownership 
opportunities for lower-income families in South Providence.
  Born and raised in the city of Providence along with her eight 
sisters and four brothers, Balbina has always shown a strong interest 
in her community. After graduating from Community College of Rhode 
Island in 1978, Balbina worked at the Urban League of Rhode Island as a 
coordinator for Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Program, and as the 
supervisor of Case Management Services. She also is involved with the 
Dexter Donation Commission, Wiggins Village, the International 
Institute of Rhode Island, Roger Williams Day Care facility, and the 
Governor's Committee on the Greater Providence Career and Technical 
High School.
  Mr. Speaker, the lives of many people in the city of Providence and 
the State of Rhode Island have been greatly enhanced by Balbina's 
efforts in her community, and I would urge my colleagues to join me in 
saluting this outstanding public servant.

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