[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 34 (Thursday, March 16, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E386]
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                     A TRIBUTE TO CLAUDETTE ELLIOT

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 16, 2006

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Claudette 
Elliot, a distinguished member of the Brooklyn community.
  Claudette Elliot is a quiet maverick and community trailblazer. Born 
in Trinidad West Indies, Claudette and her family emigrated to the 
United States of America in the mid-1960s where she pursued her dream 
of higher education. A staunch advocate of education, Claudette 
obtained an associate degree in business administration at Kingsborough 
Community College, a bachelor's degree in business management at Long 
Island University and a professional diploma in paralegal studies at 
Baruch College. During her 30 plus years of employment, Claudette 
worked in both the private and public sector. Presently, she is 
employed by the New York City Housing Authority where she tirelessly 
serves the residents of the Brownsville community.
  Her socially conscious political work has brought her into contact 
with a number of organizations that have greatly benefited from her 
talents. Claudette is committed to public service in the East New York 
community and has served in various capacities. Claudette volunteers 
her service as the financial secretary to the Van Siclen Block 
Association that she incorporated. Also, she initiated and organized 
several fundraisers to achieve the goals for the block association 
residents and homeowners. As the treasurer of East New York Concerned 
Citizens, Inc., Claudette has spearheaded and coordinated various 
social events, which benefited the residents and seniors of the East 
New York community. In addition, she served as a committee member of 
the Beaux Arts Ball 2005 in memory of Ossie Davis.
  Mr. Speaker, Claudette Elliot is a dedicated person who tirelessly 
serves our community and because of her devotion we bestow this honor 
upon her.
  Mr. Speaker, please join our community in honoring Claudette Elliot 
for her dedication and outstanding service to our community.

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