[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 65 (Monday, April 15, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E471]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING WILLIAM MAYER

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                          HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 15, 2019

  Mr. ENGEL. Madam Speaker, I want to take a moment to honor a pillar 
of the community and friend, Mr. William Mayer, who this year is being 
honored at the J.A.D.E. 35th Annual Scholarship Dinner.
  William was born on June 4, 1962 to William and Marjorie Zaino Mayer 
in Mount Vernon, New York. His family was rooted in catering and 
community affairs, and at a young age William was encouraged to follow 
in that tradition. While attending Iona Prep and Iona college, he 
worked feverishly by his father's side at Mayer's Parkway Catering and 
at The Eastwood Manor, learning and growing with every opportunity. 
William graduated from Iona in 1984 with a B.A. in Business and went on 
to own and operate Maestro's Caterers and the Eastwood Manor.
  Over the years, William has become a very well-respected member of 
the community, not just for his business acumen, but also for his 
tireless work and contributions. The list of organizations that have 
honored William over the years is extensive and varied: The New York 
City Public School system, The National Council of Negro Women, The 
Bronx YMCA, R.A.I.N., Williamsbridge NAACP, the Scarsdale PBA, NYPD 
47th Precinct Clergy Coalition, North Bronx Little League, the Bronx 
Chamber of Commerce, and the Bronx Organization for the Learning 
Disabled, just to name a few. He has also been recognized by the Bronx 
Borough President's office, the Transit Workers Union Local 100, and 
now, by the U.S. House of Representatives.
  William shares his commitment to community and family involvement 
with his wife, Kenia, and their children, Dustin and Riley. The family 
currently resides in Ardsley and during his spare time, William enjoys 
golfing at the Wykagyl Country Club, where he is an active member.
  Madam Speaker, William Mayer has helped to grow and build our 
community in countless ways. As J.A.D.E. is set to honor him, I want to 
take the opportunity to thank him for his contributions, and 
congratulate him on receiving this well-deserved recognition.

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