[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 71 (Tuesday, May 2, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E905]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                 HONORING SCHOOL SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 2, 1995
  Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mark the accomplishments 
of the School Settlement Association and recognize two of its most 
devoted friends.
  First, let me say a few words about the School Settlement 
Association. Serving the Greenpoint and Williamsburg areas of Brooklyn, 
NY, since 1901, School Settlement has developed a stellar reputation 
for providing innovative programming and services for thousands of area 
residents each year.
  The organization's long list of community services include drug 
education, teen pregnancy counseling, vocational workshops, and various 
sports tournaments. School Settlement also provides remedial tutoring 
for local schoolchildren, has a very effective drop out prevention 
program, and distributes surplus Government food to families in need.
  But of course, good programs like these don't just happen by magic. 
They take lots of time and effort by dozens of friends and 
contributors. On May 5th, the School Settlement Association will take 
time to honor Capt. Albert W. Girimonte and Paul J. Pullo.
  Describing himself as a ``Local Brooklyn boy who did well,'' Captain 
Girimonte currently serves as a police captain of the 90th precinct in 
Brooklyn. Before becoming a police officer, Captain Girimonte served 
with the U.S. Air Force from 1966 to 1969. Becoming one of New York's 
Finest in 1973, he worked his way steadily up through the ranks, 
reaching the rank of captain in 1987.
  Captain Girimonte, and his wonderful wife Barbara, are the proud 
parents of three children: Joseph, Albert, and Mary. Like their father, 
the two boys have chosen to devote their lives to public service, while 
his beautiful daughter Mary is getting ready to graduate the fifth 
grade.
  Also to be honored is Paul Pullo, another outstanding member of the 
Greenpoint community, and devoted familyman. After graduating from St. 
John's University in 1972, Mr. Pullo worked at Dun & Bradstreet before 
moving on to start Apollo Petroleum and Metro Oil in 1977 with his 
brother.
  In 1975, he married Frances Cannizzaro with whom he has had two 
wonderful children Christina and Paul. Despite his busy schedule, Mr. 
Pullo has always found time to assist and improve his community. Metro 
Oil has received recognition from the U.S. Coast Guard for its oil 
storage facility, and Mr. Pullo has played an invaluable role in 
attracting business to the Greenpoint area.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have this opportunity to honor the good 
work of the School Settlement Association as well as Captain Girimonte 
and Mr. Pullo. Their outstanding service others and undaunting 
dedication to the community truly represent the best of American 
values, and are an inspiration to us all.


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