[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 2 (Wednesday, January 28, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E48-E49]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        TRIBUTE TO RONALD CLARY

                                 ______
                                 

                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 28, 1998

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Ronald Ben 
Clary, who has served as the President of the Canoga Park/West Hills 
Chamber of Commerce for the past two years.
  President Kennedy said, ``Change is the law of life. And those who 
look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.'' Ron 
has worked hard to bring positive changes to our community during his 
tenure as president.
  Under his leadership, Canoga Park and West Hills have grown and 
prospered, improving the standard of living for everyone in our 
community. The Chamber has added many new members, sponsored the annual 
Memorial Day Parade and initiated the new International Fall Fest. 
These activities have provided an opportunity for neighbors to come 
together to celebrate and appreciate our town. In addition, Ron is 
responsible for the creation of the Business Development Committee of 
the Chamber. This purpose of this committee was to focus civic 
attention on the need for beautification in downtown Canoga Park.
  Ron has not only played an important role in the Chamber of Commerce, 
he is active in several other civic organizations as well. He has been 
a member and President of the Board of Directors of the Leadwell 
Homeowners' Association since 1984. The board manages the maintenance, 
operation and amenities of the West Side, which encompasses 195 homes, 
and is in the process of completing an $8 million earthquake 
renovation.
  Many organizations have recognized Ron's leadership abilities. 
Kiwanis International awarded him a lifetime membership in 1991, one of 
the highest honors presented by this organization. His extensive 
community service efforts have been recognized by the March of Dimes, 
the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Pierce College, the Valley Cultural 
Foundation, Pacific Lodge Boys' Home and many other civic groups.
  Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, please join me in honoring 
Ronald Clary for his service as President of the Canoga Park/West Hills 
Chamber of Commerce. He is a role model for the citizens of our 
community.

[[Page E49]]



                          ____________________