[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 85 (Wednesday, June 11, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1196]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      IN RECOGNITION OF BOB WILSON

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 10, 2003

  Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Bob Wilson, whose 
commitment to various organizations has helped make the local community 
a better place to live. In honor of his contributions, Mr. Wilson will 
be honored by the Dutch Kills Civic Association on June 12th, 2003.
  A lifetime New Yorker, Mr. Wilson was born and raised in the Bronx. 
As a young man, Mr. Wilson joined the United States Navy during the 
Korean Conflict. After leaving the United States Navy, Mr. Wilson 
returned home and began a long and successful career of 38 years with 
Local 731 as a General Foreman, building and rebuilding many of New 
York City's highways and bridges.
  An enthusiastic and dedicated community advocate, Mr. Wilson joined 
the Dutch Kills Civic Association upon his retirement, eventually 
becoming President of the organization.
  As President of the Dutch Kills Civic Association for ten years, Mr. 
Wilson was dedicated to improving quality of life in the neighborhood. 
Through his efforts with Walter McCaffrey, a much-needed hockey rink 
was built in Dutch Kills Park. He worked with Tony Maloni in his fight 
to remove graffiti in the area. In addition, Mr. Wilson was a steady 
leader in calling the 114th Precinct to help rid the neighborhood of 
constant prostitution.
  In typical fashion, Mr. Wilson was the `go-to' guy for many of the 
concerns raised by the organization, including such problems as catch 
basins not being cleaned in the area. Recognizing that the organization 
would benefit from a strong revenue stream, he envisioned holding an 
annual street fair. His vision is now a reality that brings revenue to 
the organization each year.
  Mr. Wilson is described by his peers as a man of boundless energy and 
commitment to the community he has been a part of for so many years. In 
recognition of these outstanding achievements, I ask my colleagues to 
join me in honoring Bob Wilson for his spirit and dedication.

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