[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 58 (Wednesday, March 29, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E711]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                     TRIBUTE TO MARY CREWS KORNEGAY

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                          HON. DONALD M. PAYNE

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 28, 1995
  Mr. PAYNE of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to ask my 
colleagues to join me in recognizing the accomplishments of a talented 
and dedicated professional, Mary Crews Kornegay, who is retiring after 
many years of outstanding public service to the city of Newark, NJ.
  Ms. Kornegay, embarked on her career with the city on November 22, 
1960, during the administration of Mayor Leo P. Carlin, when she 
assumed the position of clerk stenographer. Her ability was quickly 
recognized, resulting in a series of promotions to other positions: 
Principal stenographer, deputy municipal court clerk; private secretary 
to the corporation counsel, chief clerk, office supervisor; and her 
present position, executive assistant, law department. In addition, she 
serves as the secretary to the city of Newark Insurance Fund 
Commission. Ms. Kornegay has served as chairwoman on the City's 
Employees Recognition Awards Committee since its inception. In 
addition, she serves on the Safety Committee, the Americans with 
Disabilities Act Committee and the Fleet Safety Board.
  In addition, Ms. Kornegay continues her appointment to the New Jersey 
Supreme Court's Attorney Ethics Committee, as well as her elected 
position as secretary to the New Jersey Risk Management Association and 
serves on its executive board. She is also a member of the board of 
trustees of the Ensemble Theatre Company.
  A graduate of Rutgers University, she received a Bachelor of Arts 
Degree with high honors in political science and urban studies. A 
member of the alumni association of Rutgers University College and 
Alpha Sigma Lamba-Beta Zeta Chapter Honor Society, she remains actively 
involved with Rutgers Alumni projects. She has the distinction of being 
the first student at Rutgers to receive a certificate in public 
Administration.
  She received her certification from the certified manager's program 
through the New Jersey Department of Personnel and Rutgers University. 
She also completed the associate in risk management courses at Seton 
Hall University.
  A lifetime resident of Newark, Ms. Kornegay has two children, Janine 
and Michael.
  I know that my colleagues here in the U.S. House of Representatives 
join me in congratulating Ms. Kornegay and wishing her all the best as 
she moves on to the next phase of her life. May she enjoy new pursuits 
in the many fulfilling and happy years ahead.


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