[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18499]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 A TRIBUTE TO BERNARD ``C.B.'' KIMMINS

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                          HON. ROBERT A. BRADY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 30, 2011

  Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a true 
hero, Bernard ``C.B.'' Kimmins. For over 44 years, Mr. Kimmins has been 
a committed volunteer, leader, and teacher throughout Philadelphia. He 
is a man of great courage and a true friend of mine.
  Born in Atlantic City, New Jersey on February 13, 1944, Mr. Kimmins 
lived most of his life in Philadelphia wherein he graduated from 
Cardinal Dougherty H.S., St. Joseph's University and Temple University, 
Graduate School.
  Under the leadership of Zachary Clayton, Mr. Kimmins began his 
volunteer commitment in 1967 as a gang control worker in Philadelphia. 
Following that he served at the House of Umojah under Sister Falaka 
Fattah, mother of U.S. Congressman Chaka Fattah. Mr. Kimmins has been 
addressing youth groups with a message of respect for law enforcement, 
parents, clergy, teachers, adults, and fellow young people. Under the 
direction of Dr. Herman Wrice and Dr. Constance Clayton, Superintendent 
of Philadelphia Schools, Mr. Kimmins taught for over 30 years on the 
subjects of antidrugs, antiviolence, antiguns, antibullying, and 
tolerance.
  Mr. Kimmins became a skilled anticrime activist and community 
organizer. He also studied under Dr. Russell Ackoff of the University 
of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. Currently, Mr. Kimmins is a full-time 
volunteer, and Executive Director, for Mantua Against Drugs.
  Mr. Kimmins is the proud recipient of numerous awards including 
honors from Time Magazine, the MLK Center, and the University of 
Pennsylvania. In addition to these accolades, Mr. Kimmins' greatest 
accomplishment has been the many lives he has positively impacted.
  Mr. Kimmins' long and impressive career showcases his commitment and 
service to his community. Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other 
distinguished colleagues join me in thanking Bernard Kimmins for his 
work and congratulate him on a job well done.

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