[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 155 (Friday, November 5, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2285]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


               IN SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF DICK G. LAM, JR.

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, November 4, 1999

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the accomplishments 
of Dick G. Lam, Jr. He has been instrumental in developing and 
implementing economic and academic development programs. Dick remains 
committed to improving the quality of life in his community. Presently, 
Dick is the President of Operation Salvation for Youth (OSY). As the 
president, he directs a Brooklyn based organization devoted to helping 
youth gain digital literacy and access to new technology. In the 
program, special emphasis is placed on welfare mothers who have young 
children. The OSY is currently working with the New York City Housing 
Authority, the Miracle Makers, Inc., and several private firms on the 
development of a new project.
  Dick's work continues to provide a foundation for social progress. As 
a Senior Fellow for the Department of Urban Affairs and Planning at 
Hunter College, he worked to develop a Spatial Analysis Management 
System to analyze a range of urban problems, including transportation, 
housing and welfare to work issues. Dick also holds advisory positions 
as the Senior U.S. Consultant to the Tianjin Municipal Utility Bureau, 
The Peoples Republic of China and the Senior U.S. Consultant to the All 
China Taxi Association, The Peoples Republic of China.
  Our community is a better place today because Dick has chosen to 
commit himself to urban renewal and development. Dick has accomplished 
his objectives by working in key positions such as: Director of the 
Mayor's Office of Midtown Manhattan Planning and Development, New York 
City, Director of Transportation and Regional Planning, New York City 
Planning Commission, and Special Assistant to the Deputy Under 
Secretary, United States Department of Transportation. Our society is a 
better place today because of the contributions made by Dick.
  I commend Dick G. Lam, Jr. and pray that he will succeed in all 
future endeavors.

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