[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 90 (Wednesday, June 11, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E954]
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                       HONORING JEFFERY M. CONRAD

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 11, 2014

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Jeffery M. 
Conrad, who will be recognized at the 6th annual Mount Mercy Academy 5k 
in Buffalo, New York for his tireless commitment to the local 
community.
  Jeff Conrad has been involved in community service since the age of 
19, when he gave his time to serve on the Connor-Kait-Harrity Race 
Committee. This experience led to his founding of the Jack's 5k. He has 
served as a dedicated committee member of the Mount Mercy 5k since its 
inception. Jeff has also played a vital role as coach of both Varsity 
Cross County and Track and Field teams at Mount Mercy.
  In addition to his invaluable volunteer work, Jeffery is a former 
South District Councilmember in the City of Buffalo, and served as a 
valuable member of my staff when I served as a Member of the NYS 
Assembly.
  Currently, Jeffery is the Western New York Regional Director for the 
Center for Employment Opportunities, which assists individuals on 
parole and probation to find employment. He also holds the position of 
the Chair of the Erie County Legislature's Safe Neighborhood Committee.
  In addition to these great works, Mr. Conrad has been recognized many 
times over by community organizations. In 2011, he was selected to the 
20th Anniversary Business First ``40 Under 40'' class for his work 
within the public and in government. In 2008, Jeffery was awarded the 
Tom Sands Community Service Award and the Goin' South Civic Pride Award 
for his efforts with Mount Mercy, Bishop Timon-St. Jude School, and 
myriad other worthy regional groups.
  A lifelong resident of Buffalo, Jeff is married to Lisa (Nasca) 
Conrad, and they are raising two wonderful children together--Jeffrey 
and Giada.
  Mr. Speaker, Jeffery Conrad is an exemplary citizen and his service 
is worthy of our highest recognition. I ask my colleagues to join me in 
honoring Mr. Conrad and thanking him for his utmost dedication and 
continuing service to our local community.

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