[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16816]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF KEN WARREN

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 26, 2009

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Ken Warren, on the occasion of his retirement as director of the 
Lakewood Library after 25 years of dedicated service to our community. 
In his capacity as director of the Lakewood Library, Ken worked to 
promote and develop innovative projects and programs hosted at the 
Lakewood Library and throughout the Lakewood community.
  Ken Warren has maintained an enthusiasm for books and the power of 
the written word since his childhood. His interest in community issues 
began when he was a teen, as editor of an underground paper at his 
parochial high school. He is founding member of the Lakewood Observer 
and has made the publication a critical instrument of exchange of ideas 
and opinions on important civic and community issues.
  During his tenure as director, the Lakewood Library underwent major 
expansions and improvements, including the complete interior and 
exterior renovation of the main library building, the development of a 
new technology center, public auditorium, a children's wing, and an 
inspiring display of murals that grace the walls throughout the 
facility. Ken has consistently reached out to the citizens, agencies 
and community leaders of Lakewood creating strong working relationships 
and friendships throughout the city. His legacy is highlighted by his 
unwavering advocacy and innovation in promoting and implementing 
literacy and learning programs, connecting the library to the public 
schools.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Ken Warren, whose tenure at the Lakewood Library is framed by 
integrity, kindness, love for learning, passion for the written word, 
and above all, an unbridled commitment to the betterment of the entire 
Lakewood community.

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