[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 79 (Wednesday, June 15, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1243]
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                     A TRIBUTE TO JAMES T. CONOLLY

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 15, 2005

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of a Brooklynite 
and distinguished public servant, James T. Conolly. It is an honor to 
represent Mr. Conolly in the House of Representatives and it behooves 
us to pay tribute to such an outstanding leader.
  Mr. Speaker, Mr. Conolly obtained his bachelor's degree at the City 
University of New York. He subsequently pursued a career in public 
service, where he dedicated several years to assisting and leading 
others.
  Mr. Conolly has demonstrated exemplary leadership and devotion to the 
community as the Executive Director of Alternative Sentencing in the 
Office of the Brooklyn District Attorney and Director of the Work 
Experience Program for the New York City Human Resources Administration 
under Mayor Giuliani. In conjunction with the late honorable Shirley 
Chisholm, he co-founded the Mid-Brooklyn Civic Association. In 
addition, Mr. Conolly was the first black man to be elected as District 
leader in the 42nd Assembly District, which included the Flatbush area 
of Brooklyn. He is continuing his ongoing commitment to the Brooklyn 
community through his activity as Deputy Commissioner for the New York 
City Human Resources Administration.
  Mr. Speaker, I believe that it is incumbent upon this body to 
recognize the achievements and selfless service of Mr. Conolly as he 
continues to offer his talents and philanthropic services for the 
betterment of the community.
  Mr. Speaker, Mr. James T. Conolly has continuously demonstrated his 
altruistic dedication to the community that makes him more than worthy 
of our recognition today.

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