[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 177 (Friday, November 18, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2105]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                              TOM CAVALERI

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                           HON. KATHY CASTOR

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 18, 2011

  Ms. CASTOR of Florida. Mr. Speaker I rise today to honor and 
highlight the distinguished career of Tom Cavaleri. Mr. Cavaleri's 
contributions to the Tampa community are worthy of recognition by all.
  Born in Tampa, Florida, Mr. Cavaleri attended Plant High School. Upon 
graduation from the University of South Florida, he began his first job 
with Hillsborough County, establishing and working with youth groups in 
the Sulphur Springs area to offer them productive and positive after 
school activities. Since then, Mr. Cavaleri's career with Hillsborough 
County has spanned 39 years and several departments, all the while 
devoting himself to helping the disadvantaged and underserved.
  Throughout his career, Mr. Cavaleri has served as a social worker, a 
front line supervisor, a section manager, and is currently the division 
manager for Social Services in Hillsborough County. Through his work, 
he has improved the efficiency of customer service while also 
maintaining the compassion and human dignity so essential to an 
applicant during his or her time of need.
  During his time as manager or director, Mr. Cavaleri has created 
innovative programs to improve program operations while also expanding 
the services available to Hillsborough County residents. This included 
designing and implementing a health care certification unit which 
centralized and streamlined enrollment processes, allowing front-line 
staff time to more effectively manage their clients, and leading the 
Health and Social Services department through a transition from crisis 
intervention to a case managed self-sufficiency model.
  The Tampa community is proud to recognize Mr. Cavaleri for his 
continued dedication to improving the lives of Hillsborough County 
residents and, most especially the lives of those most in need. His 
outstanding commitment to improving the lives of others has made him an 
inspirational community leader and a true unsung hero. I ask that you 
and all Americans recognize such a remarkable citizen for his 
contribution and service to our community.

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