[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 51 (Tuesday, April 13, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E530]
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                        HONORING RONALD J. KELTY

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                           HON. MIKE QUIGLEY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 13, 2010

  Mr. QUIGLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the long and 
distinguished career of Ronald J. Kelty. Mr. Kelty, a Citizen of the 
Ojibwe and Potawatomie Tribes of Wisconsin, and Native Veteran of the 
United States Army, has dedicated his life to serving the nation, the 
American Indian Center of Chicago, and our local community.
  Mr. Kelty began his work at the American Indian Center by taking on 
the important leadership role of running a social service food pantry 
with only the help of a few volunteers. He has played a key role in 
expanding the American Indian Center, which today provides 14 programs 
that provide resources, foster economic and educational advancement, 
and sustain the cultural values of all American Indians. He has also 
been instrumental in building the AIC team of over 30 employees.
  Mr. Kelty served as a Board Member of the American Indian Center for 
17 consecutive years. He was Board President for 14 of those years. Mr. 
Kelty has also been a Traditional Native Dancer for over 40 years, 
performing for the Native American community countless times.
  Mr. Kelty, a loving husband, father and grandfather, served in the 
United States Army. His service in the U.S. Army further demonstrates 
his tireless dedication to servicing the nation and the people of the 
United States.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Ronald 
J. Kelty for his outstanding and invaluable service to the community. 
He exemplifies the values of compassion and service, and I thank him 
for his many years of dedication to our community.

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