[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 147 (Thursday, November 14, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2004]
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                      RECOGNIZING DAVE L. McDONALD

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                         HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 13, 2002

  Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Dave 
McDonald upon his receipt of Central Valley Muscular Dystrophy 
Association's ``Humanitarian of the Year'' award in Fresno, California 
on November 7, 2002. Mr. McDonald is being recognized for his 
leadership, humanitarian efforts, and dedication to the community.
  Mr. McDonald is the President and CEO of PELCO, the world's largest 
producer of video security systems, as well as Central California's 
largest manufacturing employer. PELCO produces 3,500 different products 
which are sold through 5,000 authorized dealers in the United States 
and abroad. Since its beginning, the company has gown thirty-fold under 
Mr. McDonald's supervision.
  Following the disastrous events of September 11, 2001, Mr. McDonald 
and PELCO assisted the NYPD in its recovery efforts at the World Trade 
Center site by donating specialized camera equipment and personnel. 
Additionally, the company's warehouse in Orangeburg, New York was 
converted into a distribution center for relief supplies. In November 
of 2001, PELCO created the California Memorial in Clovis as a permanent 
tribute to the victims and fallen heroes from September 11. The 
memorial contains hundreds of items donated by the city of New York in 
remembrance of the events of September 11.
  In March of 2002, Mr. McDonald was honored by the New York City Fire 
Department as the Grand Marshall for the St. Patrick's Day Parade. In 
May of 2002, Mr. McDonald also received the Excellence in Business 
Award for the Fresno Hall of Fame in recognition of his dedication to 
local businesses and his community.
  Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate Dave McDonald for his 
contributions to the many people in need, not only locally but 
nationally as well. I urge my colleagues to Join me in wishing Dave 
McDonald many more years of continued success.

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