[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 49 (Friday, March 18, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E284]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING CORINTH TOWN SUPERVISOR RICHARD LUCIA ON HIS RETIREMENT AFTER 
                        YEARS OF PUBLIC SERVICE

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 18, 2022

  Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Corinth Town 
Supervisor Richard Lucia on his retirement. Mr. Lucia served his 
community for nearly forty years, a testament to the incredible work he 
has done for the people of Corinth.
  Mr. Lucia grew up in Corinth and began working at the International 
Paper mill at a young age. He worked in the mill's power plant, ran the 
paper machine turbines, and finished off his forty-year career as a 
clerk. His experience at the International Paper mill helped him 
realize the importance of industrial strength to Corinth's economic 
vitality.
  Mr. Lucia dedicated his storied career to serving the community of 
Corinth in many capacities. In addition to serving as town supervisor, 
Mr. Lucia held numerous roles in the community including Town 
Councilman, Chairman of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, and 
Corinth GOP Committee Chair. Mr. Lucia's love and appreciation for the 
town of Corinth was exemplified through his commitment to serving his 
constituents. Throughout his twenty-eight years as town supervisor, Mr. 
Lucia kept tax rates level, built a new town garage, and opened the 
town's own history and paper-making museums. He also oversaw the 
purchase of sixteen miles of rail line from Saratoga Springs to Antone 
Mountain to help attract new business to the abandoned International 
Paper mill.
  Throughout his tenure in public service, Mr. Lucia prioritized 
civility while working tirelessly to improve the quality of life for 
residents of Corinth. Mr. Lucia dedicated his career to being a 
conscientious steward of the people and land for which he loves, 
ensuring that Corinth continues to live up to its full potential. His 
accomplished record and his reputation as a community advocate serve as 
an inspiration to all New Yorkers. On behalf of New York's 21st 
Congressional District, I am honored to recognize his exceptional 
leadership and want to wish him the best in his future endeavors.