[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 90 (Friday, June 25, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1244]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        IN HONOR OF EDWARD LICHT

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 24, 2004

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tribute to Mr. Edward 
Licht, Bailiff for the Garfield Heights Municipal Court, as he is being 
honored as the Regional Court Officer of the Year by the Ohio Bailiff 
and Court Officers Association.
  A life-long resident of Cuyahoga County, Mr. Licht served as a 
Special Agent with the U.S. Treasury Department for twenty-five years. 
During his tenure as Special Agent, Mr. Licht assisted in the 
investigation, apprehension and conviction of criminals involved in 
major gambling, illegal drug and money laundering operations. For his 
invaluable service, Mr. Licht was honored with several awards, 
including two Special Achievement awards, One Superior Service award, 
and an Honorable Mention for Outstanding Community Service award. Since 
1999, Mr. Licht has held the position of Baliff with the Garfield 
Heights Municipal Court. His unwavering integrity, outstanding 
communication abilities and strong work ethic continues to uplift all 
facets of this regional court system.
  Beyond his significant professional contributions, Mr. Licht 
continues to volunteer his time and talents within our community. He 
continues to be an active member of the Democratic Party within our 
community. A long-time member of the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party, 
Mr. Licht currently serves as Deputy Treasurer. He has also been very 
active in the Independence Democratic Party for many years, as a member 
and an officer. Moreover, Mr. Licht continues to make an impact upon 
the lives of many as a volunteer probation officer with the Bedford and 
Garfield Heights court systems. His positive outlook and kind nature, 
combined with his sense of compassion and wonderful sense of humor, 
continuously serves to uplift those around him.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Mr. Ed Licht, upon being selected as the Regional Court Officer of 
the Year. Mr. Licht's professional contribution to our federal and 
regional justice system--reflected by strong ethics and a high level of 
integrity, continues to be significant and invaluable. Moreover, Mr. 
Licht's concern for his community and commitment to the democratic 
process continues to instill strength and integrity throughout the 
Democratic Party, and serves to strengthen our entire community.

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