[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 66 (Tuesday, May 15, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E795]
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                   IN RECOGNITION OF FRANK DOMINGUEZ

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 14, 2001

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Frank Dominguez 
for his committed service to the community of Elizabeth, NJ, and for 
his extraordinary business achievements.
  Frank Dominguez is president and CEO of Imperial Construction Group, 
Inc., one of the fastest growing construction firms in the country. 
From 1996 to 1999, sales increased from $6.4 million to over $21 
million. This year, Imperial stands to earn revenues exceeding $30 
million. Hispanic Business Magazine ranked Imperial as one of the 100 
fastest growing Hispanic-owned companies in the United States. The 
company has over 70 employees who provide construction and design 
services for private corporations and government agencies.
  Many associations have recognized Mr. Dominguez for his outstanding 
business achievements. In 1993, he received the ``Contractor of the 
Year'' Award from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey. In 
addition, the U.S. Small Business Administration has honored him four 
times in the last 8 years.
  In the past three years alone, Imperial has awarded over $14 million 
in subcontracts to numerous small businesses in the State. Mr. 
Dominguez's dedication and commitment in assisting other small 
businesses speaks volumes about his character.
  Frank Dominguez resides in Warren Township, NJ, with his wife and 
their two children Anthony and Mark.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Frank Dominguez for 
his hard work and for his years of service to the State of New Jersey, 
where he has helped build houses, develop and revitalize communities, 
and change lives for the better.

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