[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 144 (Thursday, October 23, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2064]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                     TRIBUTE TO JUDGE JAMES NOWICKI

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 22, 1997

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to Judge James 
Nowicki who is being honored with the Boy Scout's Distinguished Citizen 
of the Year Award by the Clinton Valley Council of Boy Scouts of 
America. The award was presented to Judge Nowicki on October 22, 1997 
at Fern Hill Country Club.
  Judge Nowicki has served Macomb County as Probate Court Judge since 
1975. In 1978, Judge Nowicki's colleagues elected him Chief Probate 
Judge. Under Judge Nowicki's leadership, the Probate Court has 
initiated innovated programs such as a mediation process and referee 
system. He also established the appointment of Guardian Ad Litems to 
help senior citizens protect their rights during periods of illness or 
mental incapacity.
  Throughout the years, Judge Nowicki has been active in a variety of 
community organizations. Some of his past and present affiliations 
include the Founders Day Committee of Orchard Lake Schools, the John W. 
Smith's Old Timers, the Mt. Clemens JC, and the Clinton Valley Council 
Boy Scouts of America. His civic contributions have touched the lives 
of many people.
  Taking an active role in one's community is a responsibility we all 
share, but few fulfill. Judge Nowicki's time, talents, and energy are 
appreciated by all of us. I thank him for his efforts and commend him 
for his good work. I applaud the Boy Scouts of Clinton Valley Council 
for Recognizing Judge Nowicki. He has provided outstanding leadership 
to our community and I know he is proud to be honored by the Scouts.
  On behalf of the Boy Scouts of America, I urge my colleagues to join 
me in saluting Judge James Nowicki.

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