[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 195 (Wednesday, December 19, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2629]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                      IN TRIBUTE TO NICK TENAGLIA

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 19, 2007

  Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to 
Nick Tenaglia, a native son of Astoria in Queens who has dedicated his 
energies throughout his life to serving others. In recognition of his 
selfless dedication to his community, Nick Tenaglia was honored by the 
Taminent Regular Democratic Club of the Borough of Queens in New York 
City at its 76th Annual Dinner Dance.
  A lifelong Astoria resident, Nick Tenaglia has distinguished himself 
both for his service to the community and for his proficiency as an 
outdoorsman and nature lover. After graduating from Our Lady of Mt. 
Carmel Elementary School and LaSalle Academy, he chose a career in the 
building trades. Nick Tenaglia joined the Carpenters Union, where he 
served an apprenticeship for four years. In 1985, he joined the staff 
of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, and eight 
years later was promoted to Supervisor.
  It was fitting that Mr. Tenaglia made his professional home at the 
municipal agency charged with protecting the beautiful and diverse 
natural environment of the New York City metropolitan area, because he 
is an avid and skilled angler and marksman. In 1997 and 1998, Nick 
Tenaglia was named the New York City Fresh Water Fishing Champion, and 
he has also earned awards from the Commissioner of the New York City 
Department of Parks and Recreation. He regularly participates in New 
York State Rifle and Pistol Club competitions. In his spare time, he 
can frequently be found at his property in the Pocono Mountains.
  In being honored by the Taminent Regular Democratic Club, Nick 
Tenaglia's achievements were recognized by one of the largest and most 
vibrant political and civic organizations in our nation's greatest 
city. The Taminent Club represents voters in the neighborhoods of 
Astoria and Long Island City in the New York State Assembly's 36th 
District and is led by its able District Leaders, the Honorable Gloria 
DeMarco Aloise and the Honorable George Onorato, a distinguished New 
York State Senator. The Taminent Club, which Mr. Tenaglia serves as a 
Member of the Board of Directors and as Sergeant-at-Arms, proudly 
carries the banner of the world's oldest political party in one of the 
most diverse counties in the United States of America. Borough of 
Queens.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my distinguished colleagues join me in 
recognizing the outstanding contributions to the community made by Nick 
Tenaglia.

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