[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 90 (Tuesday, June 24, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1309]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           WARREN/WASHINGTON COUNTIES ARC CELEBRATES 35 YEARS

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                        HON. GERALD B.H. SOLOMON

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 24, 1997

  Mr. SOLOMON. Mr. Speaker, I wanted to take this opportunity to heap 
praise on one of the most valuable and important programs that has been 
operating for 35 years now in my congressional district. I'm talking 
about the Warren/Washington Counties ARC which provides quality 
services to people with disabilities and their families in my hometown 
and neighboring communities in New York's Adirondack Mountains.
  The good people who work at and operate this fine chapter deserve all 
the credit in the world for the time and energy they devote to those 
less fortunate than themselves. Helping those who have the misfortune 
of being born with or acquiring disabilities, mental and otherwise, is 
truly one of the more admirable undertakings and one of the greater 
responsibilities in our society. I know those they are able to help and 
their families and loved ones greatly appreciate everything they do to 
help make their lives as full and complete as possible.
  And you know, Mr. Speaker, that's the remarkable thing. We would all 
do well to emulate the spirit of giving of those who nurture those in 
our communities who may be less fortunate than ourselves through no 
fault of their own. The staff and administrators who have made up the 
history of the Warren/Washington ARC will tell you that their 
satisfaction comes not in feeling good about themselves, but in 
recognizing the joy of those they help.
  Mr. Speaker, I have always been one to judge people based on what 
they return to their community. By that yardstick, the people of 
Warren/Washington ARC are truly great Americans. This is a country 
founded on the principles of volunteerism and helping others. What 
better way than to help those neighbors with disabilities enjoy the 
same opportunities we all enjoy to be part of a community? That's why 
Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and all Members of the House rise with me 
in salute to this tremendous program and in wishing them another 35 
years of unparalleled success.

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