I join with the residents of Scarsdale in applauding Mr. Cederbaum's commitment to our community and I am proud to officially recognize this remarkable civic leader for his many years of service.

I rise today to express my great admiration for Lew Harris, a remarkable leader and citizen who this year celebrates 20 years of service to the Forest Hills Community House.

Today, the Community House serves some 15,000 people with over 35 programs operating out of 19 locations.

Lew Harris has also been actively involved in a wide range of other important community activities.

We are a better community thanks to Lew Harris' vision and leadership.

A man of principle, intelligence, and skill, Mr. Harris has helped the Forest Hills Community House grow from a fledgling organization to a pillar of Queens social and community life.