[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 184 (Wednesday, November 30, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1192]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING MAYOR JAMES A. FAILACE MEMORIAL PARK

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 30, 2022

  Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the 
dedication of Mayor James A. Failace Memorial Park in Carteret, New 
Jersey. I join with borough officials, employees, residents, and the 
Failace family in paying tribute to the life and service of Mayor 
Failace as Shorecrest Park is renamed in his honor.
  Mayor James A. Failace, a dedicated public official and member of the 
community, passed away on December 31, 2020. First elected to borough 
council in 1995, he served as mayor from 1999 to 2003. Throughout his 
tenure, Mayor Failace was a well-respected leader who served the needs 
of the residents. He volunteered his time throughout the community as a 
youth athletics coach, an active member of St. Joseph's Church, and a 
4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus Carey Council No. 1280.
  The son of Nellie (Bodino) and Fred Failace, Mayor Failace was born 
in Jersey City and was a graduate of St. Michael's High School in Union 
City and St. Peter's College. Following high school, Mayor Failace 
enlisted in the United States Air Force where he bravely served in the 
Vietnam War.
  Madam Speaker, once again, it is my honor to commemorate this 
dedication ceremony in remembrance of Mayor James A. Failace. Mayor 
Failace honorably served our nation and the Carteret community, and his 
selflessness, duty, and civic engagement are truly deserving of this 
recognition.

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