[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 74 (Thursday, May 14, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1165]
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                    KOREAN WAR VETERANS ASSOCIATION

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                         HON. MICHAEL A. ARCURI

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 14, 2009

  Mr. ARCURI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the members of the 
Korean War Veterans Association, Cayuga County Chapter 296, on their 
commitment and efforts to renovate the Veterans Memorial Park in 
Auburn, NY.
  The Veterans Memorial Park is nearly a two-year project in the making 
designed to honor our country's veterans of all wars and conflicts 
since the Revolutionary War. Notably, this memorial also pays tribute 
to all those servicemembers who joined the U.S. Armed Forces, 
regardless of whether they did or did not serve overseas during a time 
of war. I am proud to represent a district that has chosen, so 
admirably, to recognize every man and woman that serves our nation. 
These communities rightfully understand that the decision to join the 
United States Armed Forces, regardless of one's terms of service, means 
that an individual is prepared to give his or her life for the safety 
and future of this country. I have the great pleasure of calling my 
district home to the Veterans Memorial Park, which may be arguably one 
of the most inclusive veteran memorials in the country.
  The Auburn City Council, Auburn City Manager, and Mayor of Auburn 
have chosen the following representatives from the Cayuga County 
Chapter 296 Korean War Veterans Association to lead this effort: John 
Barwinczok, Chairman; Lyell I. Brown; Professor Joseph M.A. Camardo; 
Joseph Casper; James Ferris; Donald T. Tavener; and Michael A. Trapani. 
The dedication of the Veterans Memorial Park is scheduled for June 14, 
2009. I wholeheartedly commend these individuals for their efforts on 
behalf of our veterans and the entire community.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that all of my colleagues in the House of 
Representatives join me today in recognizing the efforts of the Korean 
War Veterans Association, Cayuga County Chapter 296, as they move 
towards completing their goal and paying tribute to those who have 
sacrificed for their nation. I wish them the best of luck in the future 
as they continue to better our community.

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