[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 69 (Friday, April 27, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H3731]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE SERVICE OF JAMES ZECCA

  (Ms. TENNEY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. TENNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a remarkable 
public servant and close friend in New York's 22nd District, Mr. James 
Zecca, of Utica, New York.
  At the end of May, Jim will retire from his position as the director 
of the Madison County Department of Solid Waste and Sanitation, a 
position he started and created in 1988. A few years ago, a colleague 
of Jim's said that his ``forward thinking attitude and determination 
has made Madison County a leader in recycling in New York State.'' He 
ensured the county was open and transparent to everyone, always 
including the community as a whole in every process.
  Even though he works in Madison County during the day, Jim has served 
his community, his own community in Utica, the city of Utica, for many 
years. He served as a city councilman representing the Second District, 
and also a councilman-at-large during his time on the Utica Common 
Council.
  Jim has always been a champion of the little guy, the small-business 
owner, and the citizens who have been hurt by government incompetence, 
overreach, and yes, even corruption.
  It is my honor to congratulate Jim on 30 years of exceptional service 
to Madison County and our entire community. His hard work, courage, and 
compassion will be missed by all.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my colleagues join me in 
congratulating Jim on his retirement, and best wishes for the future, 
and also, for his tireless effort in making America great again.
  Congratulations, Jim.

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