[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 20 (Tuesday, February 7, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E158]
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                      TRIBUTE TO ADORE FLYNN KURTZ

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                         HON. WILLIAM L. OWENS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 7, 2012

  Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the retirement of one 
of my constituents, Adore Flynn Kurtz, President and CEO of The 
Development Corporation in Clinton County, NY.
  Receiving a bachelor's degree from the College of New Rochelle, along 
with a Master's of Public Administration from Ohio State University, 
Ms. Kurtz has dedicated her life to economic development and the 
betterment of the community around her. Her work has spanned the course 
of twenty-eight years, with assignments in Connecticut, Ohio, and since 
1995, Northern New York.
  I have known Adore and her husband Perry since they moved to New 
York, and we have worked on many projects which brought much needed 
employment to our community. During her tenure as CEO, she has helped 
to increase TDC's net worth by 248 percent, and doubled the number of 
staff. She was among those who were instrumental in bringing 
manufacturers like Nova Bus and Bombardier to our community. At a time 
when our country faces a jobs crisis, Ms. Kurtz demonstrates a 
distinguished record in job creation and economic development.
  While I am saddened to see such an exceptional individual and good 
friend retire today, I will be forever grateful for the work that she 
has done for my constituents and New York's 23rd district. As reflected 
in her accomplishments, her dedication and commitment to public service 
will continue to live on for many years to come. I trust much more of 
her time will be spent with her husband, children and grandchildren.