[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 9]
[Senate]
[Page 12064]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                        TRIBUTE TO CHUCK CLEMENT

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to pay 
tribute to Chuck Clement of Rochester, NH, on being named by the 
Rochester Chamber of Commerce as Business Leader of the Year 2001.
  Mr. Clement is a third generation owner of Eastern Propane. Thanks to 
Chuck's leadership and management skills, Eastern Propane is now the 
23rd largest retailer in the Nation providing propane, oil, kerosene, 
diesel fuels, and service throughout New England.
  Chuck has provided his customers with high quality service and has 
implemented several service programs to further enhance his business. 
Due to his commitment to the community of Rochester, he has moved his 
central office from Danvers, MA, to Rochester, NH, his new hometown.
  He encourages his employees to give back to the community by donating 
their time and efforts to organizations including: Strafford County 
YMCA, Rochester Rotary Club, and the Greater Rochester Chamber of 
Commerce. Chuck was among the first supporters of the Rochester Public 
Library Fund and the Rochester Opera House Fund drives.
  Chuck's outstanding contribution and leadership in his business and 
community are commendable. His exemplary performance and civic 
awareness have benefitted the community of Rochester and our entire 
State. It is an honor and privilege to represent him in the 
Senate.

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