[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 58 (Wednesday, March 29, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E731-E732]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        TRIBUTE TO EMANUEL TAPP

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                          HON. JULIAN C. DIXON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 29, 1995
  Mr. DIXON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend Emanuel Tapp of my 
Los Angeles staff. For nearly 8 years, Emanuel has rendered outstanding 
service as my secretary 
[[Page E732]] and staff assistant. He has been a loyal employee--an 
individual that my staff and I could always depend on to lighten our 
days with a funny story or a light anecdote. Regrettably, Emanuel is 
taking a disability retirement on Friday, March 31, 1995. Before he 
leaves my employ, however, I am proud to have this opportunity to 
commend him on his distinguished and dedicated service to me and the 
citizens of the 32d Congressional District of California.
  Emanuel hails from Greensboro, NC, where his mother and father live, 
and where he has a large and loving family. Prior to the start of his 
congressional career, Emanuel served honorably in the U.S. Air Force. 
He also worked for Pacific Telephone Co., and the Security Pacific Bank 
in Los Angeles.
  Emanuel arrived in my office on July 13, 1987. He was an immediate 
hit with my staff for his thoughtful and caring manner and his ability 
to handle the most difficult tasks. His many responsibilities have 
included scheduling and arranging appointments for me, and serving as 
an ombudsman for constituents seeking assistance from Federal 
Government agencies. He has been particularly effective in both areas, 
but especially as a troubleshooter for the many seniors who have called 
and/or visited my office. He has a distinct love for our seniors and 
developed an instant and special rapport with them. In addition, he has 
represented me at community events throughout my district and served as 
my community liaison with the United States Commission on the 
Bicentennial of the Constitution. In every instance, Emanuel's 
performance has been outstanding.
  I am pleased to have this opportunity to recognize the contributions 
which Emanuel has made to my staff. We will miss his wit and winning 
ways; however, each of us is enriched by having had the opportunity to 
know and work with him. Although he is leaving my employ, he will 
always be a part of the Dixon family. And as an individual who has 
always maintained an active interest in the cultural life of Los 
Angeles, it is good to know that we can look forward to his continued 
involvement and support of the arts, and his service to others. As a 
fellow jazz enthusiast, I also am pleased to note that he will be able 
to further cultivate and enjoy his love of jazz and his large 
collection of CD's.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in commending Emanuel Tapp 
for his dedicated service to the citizens of Los Angeles, and in 
wishing him all the best.
  Well done, my friend, well done.
  

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