[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 82 (Thursday, June 6, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1019-E1020]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 TRIBUTE TO NANCY INTERDONATO FOR SERVICE TO CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES

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                        HON. WILLIAM F. GOODLING

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 6, 1996

  Mr. GOODLING. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Nancy Interdonato, 
executive director, of the ARC of York County, and wish her well as she 
pursues new career opportunities.
  During the 6 years Nancy served at the ARC, she was an outspoken 
advocate for all individuals with disabilities. She fought tirelessly 
to ensure those with disabilities were integrated into the community, 
truly making the organization an ``arc'' between individuals with 
disabilities and the community. She served as a valuable resource in 
developing public policy and spearheaded numerous Federal, State, and 
local efforts aimed as ensuring quality of life and quality services. I 
was pleased to have the opportunity to work closely with her on several 
occasions.

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  Ms. Interdonato worked to address the multiple needs of individuals 
with mental disabilities and their families. Her numerous 
accomplishments include the planning and structuring of a group home 
and development of after-school recreation and summer camp programs. 
She was also instrumental in forming a coalition to meet the 
transportation needs of ARC clients.
  Nancy's efforts went beyond serving those in the disabled community. 
She was also largely responsible for updating and improving the 
facilities and working conditions for employees of the ARC of York 
County.
  Whether in her role as advocate or administer, I believe Nancy will 
be remembered most in York County for her ability to raise public 
awareness and promote positive public relations by reaching out to the 
entire community. She constantly attempted to educate the public and 
gain the support of those outside the disabilities community.
  Mr. Speaker, as the Representative of the 19th Congressional 
District, I wish to thank Ms. Interdonato for her years of service and 
dedication to improving the lives of families in York. She will be 
truly missed.

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