[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 23 (Tuesday, February 9, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E174]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    IN HONOR OF CHARLENE STARR (CUYAHOGA COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE)

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                       HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 9, 1999

  Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, Charlene Starr has, for over 30 
years, been an employee of the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office 
where she now supervises 12 staff personnel in the Tax Foreclosure 
Department who process between 3,000 and 4,000 tax foreclosure cases 
each year to ensure either that the appropriate taxes are paid or that 
the properties proceed to foreclosure sale, an often complex process.
  From an early age, Charlene listened to her parents' teachings to 
develop a good work ethic and to appreciate her good fortune in what 
she had and to care for those who were less fortunate. She has sought 
to combine those in performing her job, while retaining a compassionate 
attitude towards others.
  Charlene is also proud of her role in her office's receiving grants 
from the Ford Foundation and the John F. Kennedy School of Government 
of Harvard University and in a national award as one of 4 models for 
``Re-inventing Government''.
  A Brooklyn resident, Charlene was active for many years with members 
of the Cleveland Police Department in the ``Cops, Kids & Christmas'' 
program providing toys for unfortunate children in orphanages, 
hospitals and other locations and in gathering toys and contributions 
throughout the year at public events. She enjoys camping and fishing, 
cooking, reading and computers, among other activities and is an active 
member of St. Colman's Church.

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