[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 120 (Thursday, September 12, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1309-E1310]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING DIAMOND HAWK GOLF COURSE

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 12, 2013

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Diamond Hawk 
Golf Course as it is awarded the 2013 Small Business of the Year award 
by the Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce.
   Originally a hunting area, construction on the Diamond Hawk Golf 
Course began in 2004. The name Diamond Hawk reflects the land's 
history, combining ``Diamond,'' an enduring and precious figure and the 
``Hawk,'' after the red-tailed hawks that frequented the hunting area.
   Completed in 2006, the Diamond Hawk Golf Course is a par 72, 18-hole 
golf course. Its state-of-the-art facilities include a driving range, 
pro shop and an 8,000 square foot clubhouse. Diamond Hawk is widely 
regarded as one of Western New York's premiere golf courses. In 2007, 
Buffalo Spree rated the course the Top Public Golf Course in the area.
   Throughout its development, one of the course's biggest supporters 
has been Sam Tadio. Sam's community service efforts are well-known in 
Cheektowaga. He has held volunteer positions with the Traffic 
Commission, Narcotics Commission and Police Commission. Reflecting 
Sam's altruism, the course hosts a variety of high school and junior 
golf tournaments, as well as charitable events.
   Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me a few moments to recognize 
the Diamond Hawk Golf Course and the great work of its advocates and 
employees as it is awarded Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Small 
Business of the Year Award. Their commitment to their community and 
guests exemplifies the highest quality of small business in our 
country.

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