Congressional Record
Proceedings, Debates of the U.S. Congress
February 17, 2011
112th Congress, 1st Session
Issue: Vol. 157, No. 26 — Daily Edition
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HONORING HAROLD OSTROW
(Extensions of Remarks - February 17, 2011)
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[Extensions of Remarks] [Page E255] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING HAROLD OSTROW ______ HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, February 17, 2011 Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Harold Ostrow and his selfless dedication to his community for over a quarter of a century. Appropriately nicknamed ``Mr. Civic,'' Harold has provided leadership, guidance, and true heart to the community through his volunteer work over the years. Harold's involvements vary in interest from being the Chairman of the Health Care District where he oversaw the management of the trauma program, the school nursing program, and a program to provide health coverage to the working poor. In addition, as a member of the Judicial Nominating Commission, Harold held the responsibility of providing the Governor with names of candidates for judges. Mr. Civic did not stop there, though. Harold has also held the position of Chairman of the nonpartisan Voter's Coalition and the citizen's Advisory Committee for the Solid Waste Authority, gaining him the respect of government officials on both sides of the aisle. Harold's activism continues today as a member of the advisory board for the Fire-Rescue Agency. No matter what the needs of his community was, Harold has been there, lending his open hand without asking for anything in return. Of course, none of this would have been possible without the love and support of Harold's wife, Lenore, by his side. His dedication to participating in every area of community life, helping wherever he could, and mentoring members of the community, has made Harold Ostrow a beacon of volunteer involvement, and I am proud to have this opportunity to recognize him. I would like to congratulate Harold and his family for this tremendous honor. It is truly an honor to have Harold as a part of the South Florida community and as a friend. ____________________