[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 70 (Monday, May 1, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S5930]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  RAY CARROLL: ONE OF ILLINOIS' FINEST

 Mr. SIMON. Mr. President, I would like to acknowledge the 
retirement of one of my constituents, Mr. Ray Carroll. Ray is the 
Director of Engineering at the Office of the Architect of the Capitol. 
Mr. Carroll's retirement became effective April 30, 1995.
  Ray Carroll joined the Architect's office in 1975 as Director of 
Engineering, and in the ensuring years he was placed in charge of all 
engineering matters relating to new building design and renovations. 
Ray's duties also involved the oversight of modifications to existing 
buildings and facilities, as well as the operation and maintenance of 
mechanical and electronic equipment. Ray's expertise in the various 
engineering disciplines has made him a vital part of the Architect of 
the Capitol's office during the last 20 years.
  Ray holds a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering from 
the University of Illinois. He is involved in a variety of social 
activities and has been the recipient to a number of awards.
  We in Illinois are proud of Ray and the many contributions he has 
made not only to the running of Congress, but to the larger Washington 
community as well.
  To Ray Carroll and his wife Dar, I want to like extend my gratitude 
for his years of service, and our best wishes and continued success and 
health as he returns to Illinois.


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