[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 3 (Thursday, January 29, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Pages S240-S241]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           STEVEN N. ADUBATO

 Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. President, I rise today to extend my best 
wishes to Stephen N. Adubato on his 65th birthday. Steve's belief in 
his community and dedication to improving the education standards in 
New Jersey are just two examples of his lifelong commitment to public 
service. On his birthday, I would like to convey my thoughts to a good 
friend and valued colleague.
  As the founder and Executive Director of the North Ward Center, Inc., 
he has created a central location for more

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than fifteen social service, community education and economic 
development programs for the Newark community. With the recent opening 
of the Newark Business Training Institute, Steve has continued his 
commitment to the community by assisting men and women in the 
transition from welfare to work.
  Steve has made innumerable contributions to the education of New 
Jersey students. As a teacher and counselor in Newark, his leadership 
in education reform and superior teaching skills insured that children 
received the kind of education they deserved. Steve's commitment to 
education is a true testament to his compassion and desire to help 
students in the State of New Jersey.
  As we search for ways to revitalize the once flourishing city of 
Newark, I have been impressed by Steve's ideas and goals for the area. 
The economic and social progress we have seen in Newark's North Ward is 
a direct result of Steve's efforts. He has single-handedly improved 
this area of the city so that it now serves as a model for urban 
development. This is a great deal to have accomplished in 65 short 
years, but Steve is clearly no stranger to hard work.
  Steve Adubato's dedication to the Newark community and the State of 
New Jersey make it an honor for me to be able to recognize him as he 
celebrates his birthday. I wish him the best on this special day, and I 
hope he will enjoy 65 more years of happiness.

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