[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 17 (Wednesday, February 7, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S1070]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO AOC EMPLOYEES

  Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, on Saturday, January 6, the Washington 
metropolitan area experienced a winter storm which virtually shut down 
the city and surrounding areas. The historic snowfall, high winds, and 
cold temperatures caused immeasurable difficulties and crisis 
situations never encountered before.
  Despite these dangerous conditions, employees of all units under the 
Architect of the Capitol, including the Senate restaurants, preformed 
their duties to the highest level possible. In many instances key 
personnel remained in the immediate area and at their posts throughout 
the storm. Their commitment and hard work resulted in the following 
accomplishments: The removal of ice and snow equal to 19 miles from 
sidewalks, steps, building entrances, and handicapped ramps. 
Maintenance of powerplant operations to ensure delivery of steam to 
heat the Capitol Hill complex. Arrangement for continuous operation and 
emergency maintenance of all mechanical and electrical systems. The 
maintenance and monitoring of all office communication systems and 
climate control systems. Response to emergency calls for repair of 
frozen HVAC coils and building and roof leaks.
  We should applaud the outstanding efforts these employees made on 
behalf of all of us during a historic weather event. I thank the 
Architect for providing me with this information.

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