[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 51 (Tuesday, April 20, 2004)]
[Senate]
[Page S4156]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   CONGRATULATIONS TO MR. TOM DiBELLO

 Mr. BUNNING. Mr. President, I would like to take a moment 
today to pay tribute to Mr. Tom DiBello of Covington, KY who has served 
with great distinction as the Executive Director of the Covington 
Community Center since 1995.
  Tom has strong roots in Covington, KY, even though he first came to 
the community as a 1-year VISTA, Volunteers in Service to America, 
worker. Mr. DiBello then worked his way through the Covington Community 
as an outreach worker, community organizer and program director. As he 
rose through the ranks, his dedication to the community and list of 
achievements only grew.
  Some of Mr. DiBello's early accomplishments include organizing 
grassroots efforts for welfare reform and developing the Covington 
Neighborhood Action Coalition, now known as the Covington Neighborhood 
Collaborative.
  Mr. DiBello is responsible for marked growth of the Community Center, 
transforming it from a small organization on the west side of Covington 
to a truly city-wide support and development organization. From 
developing partnerships to running a capital campaign, Tom's leadership 
has been integral to the success of the Covington Community Center.
  Congratulations again, Mr. DiBello, on your dedicated service to the 
Covington Community Center. You are an inspiration for all of us 
throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. We look forward to your 
continued success and achievement.

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