[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 71 (Tuesday, May 2, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E910]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


 IN RECOGNITION OF CHARLES POSNER'S RETIREMENT AFTER 44 YEARS WITH THE 
                      HOUSING AUTHORITY OF BAYONNE

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 2, 1995
  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Charles Posner 
as he retires from his position as executive director of the Housing 
Authority of the city of Bayonne. He has proudly served the Housing 
Authority for 44 years, retiring recently on March 31, 1995.
  Mr. Charles Posner was born and raised in Bayonne. He attended 
Bayonne High School and upon graduation he went to Rutgers University 
to receive a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a 
master's degree in Public Administration. He has been married to his 
lovely wife the former Gertrude Landau for 46 years. They have two 
beautiful daughters, Ellen and Eva.
  Mr. Charles Posner was appointed to serve as the tenant selection 
supervisor on March 15, 1951. He served diligently for 13 years in this 
post and on December 15, 1964 was appointed to serve as assistant 
executive director of the Housing Authority. He served with dedication, 
commitment and pride in all of his appointments. His hard work and 
determination made Mr. Charles Posner an outstanding leader among his 
fellow coworkers. His qualifications and outstanding work made him the 
best person to be appointed executive director of the Housing Authority 
on Dec. 3, 1983.
  Mr. Charles Posner's dedication to his work has made the Housing 
Authority an excellent institution. The Housing Authority's outstanding 
service is due greatly to Mr. Charles Posner's leadership qualities and 
endless effort to create a better organization.
  Few people understand the importance of low cost housing for the 
poor, elderly, and disadvantaged better than Mr. Charles Posner. 
Affordable housing for a poor family can be the beginning of a new 
life. Mr. Charles Posner is sensitive to the needs of those that are 
less fortunate. Public housing is more than just bricks and mortar, it 
is about creating a better community that will enable its people to 
prosper.
  Mr. Charles Posner is truly an exceptional person and model citizen. 
In addition to his work with the Bayonne Housing Authority, Mr. Charles 
Posner also served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America 
in World War II. His valor and bravery is commendable. I am very proud 
to have had such an outstanding man work in my district. Please join me 
in honoring Mr. Charles Posner as he embarks on his retirement.


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