[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 135 (Thursday, October 7, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2070]
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IN HONOR OF THE IRONBOUND COMMUNITY CORPORATION FOR 30 YEARS OF SERVICE 
                         TO NEWARK, NEW JERSEY

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 7, 1999

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Ironbound 
Community Corporation as it celebrates its 30th anniversary of service 
and dedication to the people of the ``Ironbound'' and East Ward 
sections of Newark, NJ.
  Serving one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse 
neighborhoods in the State, the Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) 
has been a progressive and vocal force in the community since it opened 
its door in 1969. it has led the way in addressing the particular needs 
and concerns faced by a multicultural and multilingual community.
  For 30 years, the ICC has planned, implemented, and operated a number 
of vital programs for residents of the Ironbound. From a nationally 
accredited preschool child care program to an extensive ``Meals on 
Wheels'' delivery service for seniors to environmental clean-ups to 
GED, English, and college courses, the ICC has worked diligently to 
improve the quality of life in Newark's Ironbound.
  This weekend, led by President Susanna Stradiotti and Executive 
Director Joseph Della Fave, the ICC will commemorate its 30th 
anniversary by honoring three members of the community who embody the 
intent and purpose of the organization and three individuals who 
directly benefited from ICC's various programs.
  This year's three honorees are: Patricia Moreira, Preschool Teacher 
for 30 years at the Ironbound Children's Center: June Kruszewski, 
resident of the community for 72 years, volunteer for 20 years, co-
chair of the Ironbound Committee Against Toxic Waste, and member of the 
ICC Board of Trustees; and, Joseph Rendeiro, principal of the Hawkins 
St. School and former teacher at the Ironbound Adult Education Project.
  This year's ICC Success Story honorees are: Rosa Coneicao, graduate 
of the ICC Adult Education Project, Director of Work First at Essex 
County College, Fellow at Leadership Newark, and member of the ICC 
Board of Trustees; Fred Linhares, graduate of the Ironbound Childern's 
Center, President of the Portuguese American Congress, and Municipal 
Judge; Ed Norton, graduate of the ICC Community School and Owner/
Operator of the Dalfen Printing Co.
  For its unwavering commitment to the Ironbound and East Ward sections 
of Newark, and for its continued leadership in community service, I ask 
my colleagues to join me in congratulating the Ironbound Community 
Center on its 30th anniversary.

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