[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 144 (Thursday, October 6, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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           HONORING THE EAST BAYSIDE HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION

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                         HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 5, 1994

  Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join with my constituents 
in the Fifth Congressional District in honoring the East Bayside 
Homeowners' Association [EBHA] as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. 
Initiated in 1974 by a group of determined residents and inspired by 
the dynamic leadership of its president, Frank Skala, the group 
undertook a broad and comprehensive program of initiatives that would 
eventually have the EBHA emerge as a yardstick by which all effective 
civic association would be measured.
  Frank Skala, the EBHA's president, is a true representative of 
selfless dedication to the community. Upon graduation from Queens 
College, Frank began a career as a teacher of social studies in the New 
York City school system. He quickly gained recognition as a unique 
teacher who effectively challenged his students to learn, explore and 
grow. In addition, his faculty colleagues quickly recognized his 
leadership talents and elected him to serve as their chapter chairman 
to head the school's teacher organization.
  Through Frank's efforts and insight, the EBHA has successfully 
undertaken major efforts of community concern that include zoning, 
utilization of police personnel, environmental issues, noise pollution 
and a comprehensive approach to maintaining the East Bayside community 
as an attractive community. This has been done through a well-
established community desire to undertake any issue and devote any 
amount of time in addressing these concerns.
  In a time when we search for heroes who undertake insurmountable 
hardships and reflect America's time-honored tradition of volunteerism, 
it is reassuring that the EBHA continues to successfully protect and 
enhance their neighborhood.
  I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring the East Bayside 
Homeowners' Association.

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