[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 54 (Wednesday, April 30, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E800]
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                      TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL J. KOVACS

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                           HON. JERRY WELLER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 30, 1997

  Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the work and 
dedication of Michael J. Kovacs. Mr. Kovacs has worked tirelessly for 
over 15 years to educate the people in the south suburban communities 
of Chicago.
  Mr. Kovacs has chosen to give back to his community by volunteering 
his time and valuable skills to the local cable industry. Over the 
years, in cooperation with Steve Klinhert and Kenny White of 
Continental Cablevision, Kovacs has reached out to local schools, 
churches, VFW's, chambers of commerce, and local elected officials with 
his film-making skills in an effort to keep the community informed on 
important issues in their area.
  Michael Kovac's commitment to providing service to his community 
deserves the highest commendation. His impact on Chicago's south 
suburban community is not only deserving of congressional recognition, 
but should also serve as a model for others to follow.
  At a time when our Nation's leaders are asking the people of this 
country to make serving their community a core value of citizenship, 
honoring Michael Kovacs is both timely and appropriate.
  I urge this body to identify and recognize others in their 
communities whose actions have so greatly benefited and enlighted 
America's communities.

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