[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 66 (Tuesday, April 16, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E356]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RECOGNIZING MAYOR D'AMBROSIO

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 16, 2024

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
unique contributions made in our community by one of my constituents, 
Mayor Vincent ``Mike'' D'Ambrosio, who volunteers at least 30 hours per 
week in service to the Town of St. Leo. He's been on the Commission 
since 2020, and has been Mayor since 2022. Under his leadership, the 
Town has made many advances, including:
  Increasing Public Advocacy for Town needs by meeting with state and 
federal lawmakers, resulting in the Town's first appropriation in its 
131-year history.
  Hosting seven ``Coffee with the Mayor'' events attended by more than 
250 people.
  Facilitating improved communication and involvement with key 
stakeholders, including: Saint Leo Abbey, Holy Name Monastery, 
Discovery Fellowship, and Saint Leo University.
  Building partnerships to expand participation in: the Saint Leo 
University Tree Lighting and Christmas Village, the Greased Pig Contest 
at the Saint Leo University Fall Festival, and the Dade City Chamber of 
Commerce Access East Pasco.
  Purchasing land to develop a Town Center which will serve as a local 
gathering spot that enriches the quality of life of the residents and 
the community.
  Establishing the Town's first internship program.
  Mayor Mike is charitable, humble, kind, and passionate. His 
volunteerism with the Saint Leo Sporting Clays Team and the Church 
Truth Seekers has also been invaluable. While there may only be 24 
hours in a day, Mayor Mike dedicates almost every hour of his days to 
helping others.
  It is clear that Mayor Vincent ``Mike'' D'Ambrosio has made a 
profoundly positive impact on our community, and I am grateful for his 
service.

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