[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 26 (Thursday, February 17, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E255]
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                         HONORING HAROLD OSTROW

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                        HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 17, 2011

  Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Harold Ostrow and his 
selfless dedication to his community for over a quarter of a century. 
Appropriately nicknamed ``Mr. Civic,'' Harold has provided leadership, 
guidance, and true heart to the community through his volunteer work 
over the years.
  Harold's involvements vary in interest from being the Chairman of the 
Health Care District where he oversaw the management of the trauma 
program, the school nursing program, and a program to provide health 
coverage to the working poor. In addition, as a member of the Judicial 
Nominating Commission, Harold held the responsibility of providing the 
Governor with names of candidates for judges.
  Mr. Civic did not stop there, though. Harold has also held the 
position of Chairman of the nonpartisan Voter's Coalition and the 
citizen's Advisory Committee for the Solid Waste Authority, gaining him 
the respect of government officials on both sides of the aisle. 
Harold's activism continues today as a member of the advisory board for 
the Fire-Rescue Agency.
  No matter what the needs of his community was, Harold has been there, 
lending his open hand without asking for anything in return. Of course, 
none of this would have been possible without the love and support of 
Harold's wife, Lenore, by his side. His dedication to participating in 
every area of community life, helping wherever he could, and mentoring 
members of the community, has made Harold Ostrow a beacon of volunteer 
involvement, and I am proud to have this opportunity to recognize him.
  I would like to congratulate Harold and his family for this 
tremendous honor. It is truly an honor to have Harold as a part of the 
South Florida community and as a friend.

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