[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 54 (Thursday, April 26, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E658-E659]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         TRIBUTE TO THE BRONX SHEPHERDS RESTORATION CORPORATION

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                          HON. JOSE E. SERRANO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 26, 2001

  Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, once again it is an honor for me to 
recognize The Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation on its twenty 
second anniversary. Following is a congratulation letter I wrote to the 
Executive Director for their continued service to the people of my 
congressional district.

     Mr. Theodore Jefferson,
     Executive Director, Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corp., Bronx, 
         NY.
       Dear Ted: On the auspicious occasion of the 22nd 
     Anniversary of The Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation I 
     want to be amongst the first to once again congratulate you 
     on the outstanding job you do. Your programs have greatly 
     enhanced the lives of the people of our district and your 
     continued commitment to them gives us all hope.
       The Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation has served as 
     an exemplary model for other agencies seeking to serve 
     neighborhoods such as ours. I believe that as role models you 
     will continue to impact upon more organizations, and in this 
     way in the very near future the development of our Bronx 
     Community will amaze those that did not think such stability 
     and prosperity possible.
       Your organization has always provided the support services 
     necessary for individuals to develop into active members of 
     society. Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation's record of 
     helping residents find affordable housing, education, and 
     better health care

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     for our senior citizens is both invaluable and impressive.
       Once again, congratulations to the Bronx Shepherds on the 
     occasion of your 22nd anniversary. I remain ever grateful for 
     your work in helping our community resolve the many dilemmas 
     that we encounter. I look forward to the continued growth and 
     development of your Corporation and wish you and your staff 
     every success.

     

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