[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 20]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 28872]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



IN HONOR OF THE BAYONNE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION ON 34 YEARS OF 
 DEDICATION TO THE CITY OF BAYONNE AND TO THIS YEAR'S HONOREES, MR. AL 
                    SAMBADE AND MR. THOMAS CUSEGLIO

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, November 4, 1999

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Bayonne 
Economic Opportunity Foundation for its continued service to the City 
of Bayonne, New Jersey, and this year's honorees, Mr. Al Sambade and 
Mr. Thomas Cuseglio.
  The Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation, a social service agency 
in its 34th year, has remained a vibrant and reliable force in the 
community. Following the slogan, ``People Helping People,'' the 
foundation has remained dedicated to serving the people of the 
community through various outreach programs, including Head Start and 
Meats on Wheels. And this year's honorees truly embody the goals of 
this organization.
  Serving as Assistant Municipal Engineer from 1981 through 1987, Mr. 
Sambade has worked diligently for the City of Bayonne throughout his 
career. From funding procurement to construction supervision of various 
public buildings, drainage systems, and vital water distribution 
systems, Mr. Sambade's contributions can be seen throughout the city.
  Mr. Sambade, a registered architect, licensed engineer, and 
professional planner in the State of New Jersey, founded the DAL Design 
Group in 1987. As the organization's President, he supervised millions 
of dollars worth of diversified housing and commercial and industrial 
development projects in the State.
  A graduate of the Roberson School in Bayonne, Mr. Sambade is also 
very active in charitable organizations, such as the Boy Scouts, 
Windmill Alliance, and the Hudson County ARC.
  Mr. Cuseglio has been both an active and visible force in the Bayonne 
community for more than three decades. From 1979 through 1983, Mr. 
Cuseglio served as City of Bayonne Building Inspector. By 1983, because 
of his expertise and unmatched commitment to the City, Mr. Cuseglio was 
serving as City Construction Official, Building Sub Code Official, 
Zoning Officer, and Relocation Officer.
  After retiring from the City in 1992, Mr. Cuseglio continued his 
commitment to his life work by accepting a part-time position with the 
City of Keansburg as a Field Inspector to Code and Specification for 
its revitalization programs. And just four years later, in 1996 
returned to Bayonne as ``Clerk of the Works.'' In this capacity, Mr. 
Cuseglio was responsible for inspecting all construction sites.
  Mr. Cuseglio remains active in community and charitable 
organizations. Presently, he serves on the Board of Trustees of the 
Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation.
  These two men exemplify leadership and dedication to the City of 
Bayonne and to the Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation. For these 
tremendous contributions to New Jersey and their incredible example as 
public servants, I am very happy to congratulate Mr. Sambade and Mr. 
Cuseglio for their achievements. I salute and congratulate both of them 
on their extraordinary accomplishments.

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