[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 84 (Monday, June 13, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1070]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING STACIE AND KEN PODOS

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                          HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 13, 2011

  Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, Congregation Shaaray Israel of Monroe, NY, 
will honor Stacie and Ken Podos at their Journal Dinner Dance on June 
12, 2011 for their long-time dedication to the congregation. Stacie and 
Ken are deeply involved in the synagogue and have held various 
leadership positions within the congregation.
  Ken, a sales representative for J.K.J. Sales, Inc., currently serves 
as Chairman of Shaaray Israel's Board, and until recently was President 
of the congregation. Before his term as President, Ken began as 
financial secretary at Shaaray Israel, eventually moving on to serve as 
third, second and first Vice President. In addition to his work at the 
congregation, Ken is active on the Jewish Federation of Rockland's 
Board of Trustees.
  Stacie, like her husband, is a leader in the congregation. She 
currently serves as chairperson of Shaaray Israel's Dedication 
Committee and is the incoming Vice-President of the Sisterhood. In 
addition to her work within the congregation, Stacie was heavily 
involved in the construction and design of the synagogue's new 
building. Trained at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Stacie is an 
interior designer by trade and helped decide on the materials and look 
of the synagogue.
  Ken's and Stacie's commitment to the Jewish community extends beyond 
their congregation. They are actively involved in the Jewish Community 
Center of Long Beach Island, and serve on various national Jewish 
organizations. Ken and Stacie have been honored with the Tree of Life 
Award from Israel Bonds and serve as Solidarity Founders and Keepers of 
the Gate for Hadassah. Stacie, who has been a member of Hadassah for 24 
years, also holds a position on the organization's national board.
  Ken and Stacie are proud parents of Jordan, Kimberly, and Jared and 
are expecting their first grandchild this September. They have made 
outstanding contributions to their community through their involvement 
and dedication to Jewish issues, and I congratulate them on this honor 
they so richly deserve.

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