[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 144 (Thursday, October 6, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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             SALUTING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF ANDREW S. FISHER

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 6, 1994

  Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join with me in 
paying tribute to Andrew S. Fisher, one of Brooklyn's finest citizens.
  Mr. Fisher's commitment to the Borough of Brooklyn, NY began at an 
early age. He was educated at Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus, 
and then went on to law school at St. John's School of Law.
  His strong belief in the vitality and spirit of Brooklyn is best 
demonstrated by his involvement with the Brooklyn Economic Development 
Corp. [BEDC]. As the first chairman of the board of directors, from 
1979, to June of this year, Mr. Fisher has played an instrumental part 
in guiding the BEDC through its early years. Its mission is to provide 
small businesses and entrepreneurs in Brooklyn with assistance and 
advice so that they may succeed in the highly competitive business 
world.
  Through his tenure, Mr. Fisher has helped shape BEDC into a multi-
service business consulting agency with over 1,200 clients, making it 
possible for minorities, women, and business owners from all walks of 
life to start their own businesses in Brooklyn. Not only does Mr. 
Fisher provide assistance to new companies, but he has also helped 
existing businesses in all industries to expand and thrive. It is 
estimated that under Mr. Fisher's energetic leadership, BEDC has 
created or retained over 20,000 jobs in Brooklyn.
  In addition to his involvement with the Brooklyn Economic Development 
Corp., Mr. Fisher has also been a highly active member of the legal 
community. He is a renowned author, specializing in property law and 
underground construction. He has also served in the battle against 
crime by serving as an assistant district attorney of Kings County, and 
is currently a trustee of the Brooklyn Bar Association.
  Mr. Speaker, I am respectful of Andrew Fisher's achievements, and I 
am proud to know him. I salute his long commitment to the Borough of 
Brooklyn, and I urge my colleagues to join me in congratulating Mr. 
Fisher for his long record of service to the community.

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