[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 175 (Tuesday, November 7, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2117-E2118]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               TRIBUTE TO TAMARAC VICE MAYOR IRVING KATZ

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                         HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, November 7, 1995

  Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, today I'd like to pay tribute 
to Irving Katz, a dedicated community leader in Tamarac, FL. Irving 
lead a life filled with community involvement which was exemplified by 
his service as 

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vice mayor until he passed away earlier this month of leukemia. Yet, 
despite his illness, Irving stayed very active, working up to 2 days 
before his death.
  Indeed, Irving loved city government and spent years trying to 
develop his community. And develop it he did. A retired building 
contractor, Irving spent years advocating on behalf of economic 
development projects that would revitalize the community. When the 
Tamarac Commerce Park project came to fruition this year, Irv's hard 
work, expertise in construction, planning, and community development 
were recognized, and, more importantly, appreciated.
  Not only was Irv a builder of community centers, but he was also a 
builder of community. Each year, Irv could be found walking for the 
March-of-Dimes and participation in Tamarac Elementary School events. 
Irv gave back to his community and for this we are grateful. He was 
also a loyal friend to me for many, many years. Irv, you will be 
missed.

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