[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 23, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E177]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RETIREMENT OF SUSAN K. KERN, DIRECTOR OF THE UNIONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY

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                         HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 23, 2007

  Mrs. McCARTHY of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
dedicated and spirited community leader from the 4th Congressional 
District, Director of the Uniondale Public Library Susan K. Kern. Susan 
K. Kern began her library career 40 years ago in her hometown of 
Worcester, Massachusetts after receiving her Master's degree in Library 
Science from Simmons College in Boston, Massachusetts.
  Susan spent time working in public libraries in Massachusetts, Rhode 
Island and New Jersey before relocating to Long Island, New York in 
1981.
  In 1986, Susan became the Director of Uniondale Public Library. She 
remained in that position for over 20 years. During her tenure at the 
Uniondale Public Library Susan was a major factor in several projects 
and programs that are still in existence today. She was responsible for 
installing the library's first elevator in 1987, coordinating the 
removal of dangerous asbestos in 1992 to keep the community safe and 
healthy.
  The major project of her Uniondale Public Library career has been the 
Building Expansion and Renovation project. Beginning in 2003, this 
renovation took nearly 3 years to complete, ending with a Grand 
Reopening Celebration on January 8, 2006. This project has doubled the 
size of the library and has enabled the facility to offer more services 
and materials for the community.
  In addition to the great projects Susan has completed, she is also 
responsible for many programs for the community. Susan has initiated 
many art exhibits, classes for both children and adults, and countless 
cultural programs for community members of all ages.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in recognizing 
the outstanding guidance provided by Susan K. Kern, and the remarkable 
accomplishments she has made along the way. Together with her family 
and friends, I applaud Susan for her dedication and service to the 
community. I wish her continued success, and am honored to have her as 
a member of my district.

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