[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 30, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1406]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING RAYMOND TORRES

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                          HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 30, 1996

  Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, Raymond Torres is a banker with long 
experience in the city of Yonkers and more importantly, a man who has 
given his experience and talent to the YWCA and many other community 
organizations. He has instilled a keen sensitivity to the community 
into his corporate activities, giving both expertise and financial 
assistance to organizations who need it. His contributions have 
enhanced the abilities of nonprofit organizations to provide critical 
services and programs for the people of Yonkers.
  By his work he has helped to stabilize the southwest segment of the 
city and strengthen the city's economic base. His community activities 
also include serving as vice chairman of the community school board. 
Mr. Torres, branch manager of the Hudson Valley Bank, and his wife 
Aurelia have two daughters. He is a YWCA Man of the Year and Yonkers is 
fortunate to have among its citizens the likes of Raymond Torres.

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