[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 29, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1440]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO CRAIG OLIVE

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                          HON. WALTER B. JONES

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 29, 1999

  Mr. JONES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay special tribute to Mr. 
Craig Olive, a fellow North Carolinian who has dedicated his life to 
public service.
  Born on February 18, 1965, Craig Olive is the son of Mrs. Pearl T. 
Olive and the late James Clee Olive.
  He currently resides in Clayton, NC where he is a member of the 
Little Creek Primitive Baptist Church, serving as a Trustee, Clerk, and 
Deacon.
  He also serves as a member of the Finance Committee for the Little 
River Primitive Baptist Association.
  At an early age of 11, Craig became involved in politics by helping 
to put up signs for local and statewide candidates.
  After graduating from Smithfield-Selma High School, he studied 
Business Administration at Johnston Community College in Smithfield, 
NC.
  His interest and concern for his fellow man inspired him to get 
involved as a volunteer in many community activities to make a 
difference as a community leader.
  He has truly made an outstanding mark in the community and has gained 
statewide recognition, earning numerous awards.
  Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143C-4, Craig was recently 
appointed to the North Carolina Government Completion Commission by 
Harold J. Brubaker, Speaker of the North Carolina House of 
Representatives.
  The purpose of the Commission is to be the catalyst for the use of 
competition to improve the delivery of State government services, to 
make State government more effective and more efficient, and to reduce 
the costs of government to taxpayers.
  Craig is currently a member of the Johnston Community College 
Foundation Board.
  His commitment to the education of young adults is outstanding.
  Craig is dedicated to the Johnston Community College Foundation, 
helping to raise money in order to provide scholarships for young 
adults.
  Also, he saw a need to help finance young adults by establishing the 
James C. Olive Scholarship, named in his father's memory.
  Mr. Olive is a member of the Board of Advisors for the Paul A. 
Johnston Auditorium at Johnston Community College and is also a member 
of the Johnston County Heritage Center Committee.
  He is Vice President of Selma Parks and Recreational Board, a member 
of the Clayton Chamber of Commerce, a volunteer with the Special 
Olympics program, a volunteer with Johnston County Senior Citizens 
program, and also serves as a volunteer with the American Cancer 
Society.
  In 1992, Governor James G. Martin presented Mr. Olive with the ``Long 
Leaf Pine'' Award as an outstanding North Carolinian.
  Additionally, Mr. Olive has been the leader of the Republican Party 
in his county, district, and the state.
  Craig is a charter member of the Johnston County Young Republicans 
and is currently Vice-Chairman of the Johnston County Republican Party.
  In 1997, Mr. Olive was presented the ``James E. Broyhill Award'' and 
was inducted into the North Carolina GOP Hall of Fame for his 
outstanding grassroots service.
  Craig Olive has made and continues to make a major contribution in 
North Carolina and the nation.
  He has a strong commitment to his family as well as to his fellow 
citizens.
  Thank you to Craig Olive for his tireless work to improve the quality 
of life for all citizens
  And for working with his friends and neighbors to provide an 
effective government for the people.
  I salute you.

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