[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 52 (Thursday, April 15, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E680]
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     ROCKAWAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOSTS BRAVEST AND FINEST LUNCHEON

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                         HON. ANTHONY D. WEINER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 15, 1999

  Mr. WEINER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to invite my colleagues to pay 
tribute to the Rockaway Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of it's 
Bravest & Finest Luncheon.
  The members of the Rockaway Chamber of Commerce have long been known 
for their commitment to community service and to enhancing the quality 
of life for all New York City residents.
  This luncheon is not only a festive happening, it is a chance for all 
of us to celebrate and pay tribute to a group of individuals who have 
dedicated their lives to protecting their friends and neighbors. This 
year's honorees truly represent the best of what our community has to 
offer.
  Lieutenant Carl Trincone was appointed to the New York City Fire 
Department in September 1982. After being promoted to the rank of 
Lieutenant in 1991, he was assigned to Engine 264 where he continues to 
protect the people of the Rockaways from harm's way.
  Firefighters 1st Grade Gregory Ruggiero, Steven Incarnato, Brian 
Gallagher, and Eugene Gentile are well known for their heroism and 
dedication to the people of the Rockaways. These brave men routinely 
place their own lives at risk in order to protect their friends and 
neighbors.
  Police Officers George Von Bartheld, Jason Gaertner, Cory Fink, Scott 
Rodriquez, and Lucion Herriot have each made an exceptional 
contribution towards the reduction of crime in the Rockaways and have 
enhanced community safety. In addition, the members of the Transit 
Borough Queens Detective Squad, lead by Sgt. Scott Guginsky, have 
helped make our subways a safer place to travel. Each of these officers 
have proved themselves to be valuable assets to both the Police 
Department and the people of the Rockaways.
  All of today's honorees have long been known as innovators and 
beacons of good will to all those with whom they come into contact. 
Through their dedicated efforts, they have each helped to improve my 
constituents' quality of life. In recognition of their many 
accomplishments on behalf of my constituents, I offer my 
congratulations on their being honored by the Rockaway Chamber of 
Commerce.

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