[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 113 (Tuesday, September 10, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1539]
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       HONORING AND REMEMBERING BOSTON CITY COUNCILOR BRIAN HONAN

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                        HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 10, 2002

  Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and remember Boston City 
Councilor Brian Honan, an effective, passionate and admired public 
servant who was taken from us far too soon. I had the privilege of 
working with Brian and witnessed firsthand his dedication to the 
Allston-Brighton neighborhoods he represented.
  Whether it was fighting to preserve affordable housing or working to 
enhance the quality of life for his constituents, Brian approached 
every issue with a determination to lend a helping hand. His interest 
was never getting a headline, only that his constituents benefited from 
his efforts.
  Brian loved public service, something quite evident to anyone who 
watched him perform the duties of a Boston City Councilor. Every 
person, and every issue, was important and he worked tirelessly to 
represent the men and women who elected him. No issue was too trivial 
and no concern was too small.
  Brian's devotion to the community extended beyond his official 
responsibilities. In particular, he was especially interested in 
creating opportunities for youth. You need look no further than the 
number of local institutions with which he had a powerful, positive 
relationship--the West End House Boys and Girls Club, the Oak Square 
YMCA, St. Columbkille's School, the Gardner School--the list could go 
on. Each serves young people and each enjoyed Brian's unswerving 
support.
  We lost a bright light and a powerful voice this summer, but Brian's 
legacy of hard work will live on. The impact he had on the 
neighborhoods of Allston-Brighton is evident in countless ways and the 
City of Boston is a better place because of him. My thoughts and 
prayers are with Brian's family and friends.
  I am honored to have known and worked with such a compassionate and 
effective public servant.

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