[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 93 (Tuesday, May 30, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E742]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING DAVID FLAUM

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 30, 2017

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate David Flaum on 
receiving the prestigious Rochester Rotary Award.
  Mr. Flaum currently serves as Chief Executive Officer and President 
of Flaum Management Company, which he founded in 1985. He has dedicated 
his career to managing and developing real estate, from retail centers 
to office buildings and industrial facilities. Mr. Flaum has been 
directly involved in the restoration of many commercial buildings in 
our region, which has created new jobs and contributed to the 
revitalization of our local economy.
  In addition to his professional work, David and his wife, Ilene, have 
generously supported various charitable causes and organizations. Mr. 
and Mrs. Flaum established the Bob Witmer Campership Fund, which 
provides free summer camp experiences to underprivileged children, and 
the David and Ilene Flaum Eye Institute.
  Mr. Flaum is the 80th recipient of the Rochester Rotary Award, which 
is the oldest civic award in our area. The award is given to 
outstanding individuals who exemplify the motto, ``Service Above Self'' 
and make significant business, professional, cultural, or civic 
contributions to our community. There is no question that David 
embodies these ideals. His vision, dedication, and generosity have made 
our region a better place to live and will continue to benefit local 
families and businesses for years to come. It is a privilege to call 
David my friend.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating David Flaum on this 
well-deserved recognition and wishing him all the best in his future 
endeavors.

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