[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 163 (Wednesday, November 17, 1999)]
[Senate]
[Page S14743]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  MAYOR FRANCIS H. DUEHAY OF CAMBRIDGE

 Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, it is an honor to take this 
opportunity to recognize a leader who has given so much to the people 
of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Mayor Francis H. Duehay has been an 
elected official in the City of Cambridge for thirty-six consecutive 
years. Under his leadership, the city has made great progress in 
housing, welfare, youth employment, and many other important issues for 
the people. This year, Frank is retiring, and his loss will be felt 
deeply by all those whose lives he has touched.
  Frank's commitment to public service is extraordinary. Throughout his 
years as Mayor, City Councilor, and on the School Committee he has 
taken pride in his commitment to work directly with the people he 
represents, in order to learn their concerns firsthand. Frank's work 
with city officials and numerous other organizations to open new lines 
of communication between the city government and the people of 
Cambridge has created a local government at its best--responsive to the 
needs of the people, accountable for its actions, and always open to 
new ideas.
  Frank worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for Cambridge 
families. He served as the chairperson for the Cambridge Kids' Council, 
where he's worked to create greater opportunities in the community, 
giving hope to children and families and providing a model for cities 
throughout the state. The Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program has 
been extremely successful in giving young men and women the opportunity 
to serve their city during the summer months, enabling them to explore 
their interests and enhance their lives. Frank has fought hard for the 
families of Cambridge, and his legacy will live on through their 
success.
  In all of these and many other ways, Frank Duehay has served the 
people of Cambridge with great distinction. I am honored to pay tribute 
to this remarkable leader. His public service and generosity are 
shining examples to us all. I know that I speak for all of the people 
of Cambridge when I say thank you, Frank, for your commitment and 
dedication to public service. You will be deeply missed.

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