[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 174 (Friday, October 27, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1449]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN RECOGNITION OF DOMINIC FUCILE, PRESIDENT OF HANAC HARMONY JVL 
                        INNOVATIVE SENIOR CENTER

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 27, 2017

  Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay 
tribute to my dear friend and previous staff member, Dominic Fucile, as 
he receives the Volunteer of the Year award at the Hellenic-American 
Neighborhood Action Committee's (HANAC) Forty-Fifth Annual Gala. 
Dominic has truly made his community a better place to live.


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  October 27, 2017, on page E1449, the following appeared: Mrs. 
CAROLYN B. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker,
  
  The online version has been corrected to read: Mrs. CAROLYN B. 
MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker,


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  Founded in 1972, HANAC provides social services to communities in 
need throughout New York City. HANAC focuses on the implementation and 
administration of services to benefit communities throughout the city. 
Serving over 30,000 clients annually, HANAC supports unemployed 
families, children, senior citizens, and those struggling with 
substance abuse. I started my career in public service working at 
HANAC, and I know firsthand that the work they do makes a huge 
difference in people's lives. From housing to ESL classes to social 
services, HANAC does an outstanding job of helping New Yorkers.
  I am so pleased that HANAC is recognizing the remarkable work of 
Dominic Fucile. I first came to know Dominic in 1992 when I was running 
for Congress. He is one of the kindest, most considerate, genuine 
people I have ever known. I was proud to hire him as my Queen's 
representative and sad when he retired from my employ. But in truth, 
Dominic never stopped working in the community. He has always given 
generously of his time, with warmth, humor and charm.
  Dominic's work as president of the HANAC Harmony JVL Innovative 
Senior Center (HANAC Senior Center) advisory council is an invaluable 
component of the work that the Center does. From organizing monthly 
dance nights to expanding arts and health services at HANAC Senior 
Center, Dominic works tirelessly to provide activities and programs 
that all members will enjoy. His strong managerial and organizational 
skills have led to the expansion of programs for the benefit of 
residents at George T. Douris Tower. Deeply respected by other members 
of HANAC Senior Center, Dominic has been instrumental in attracting 
people to the senior center. They know it is a place they will have fun 
and where they will be greeted warmly and made to feel welcome. His 
enthusiasm, selflessness and hard work make him a most deserving 
recipient of the Volunteer of the Year award.
  Dominic dedicated his life to serving the people around him. As a 
former congressional staffer and a longtime employee of the United 
Nations, Dominic has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to public 
service and the betterment of his community. In addition to the 
countless hours Dominic has volunteered with HANAC, Dominic also co-
founded the 29th Street Block Association to address quality of life 
issues in his Astoria neighborhood.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the many 
accomplishments of Dominic Fucile, a man who has truly devoted himself 
to his community and his neighborhood.

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