[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 68 (Thursday, May 26, 1994)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [Congressional Record: May 26, 1994] From the Congressional Record Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov] SALUTING THE MASJID BILAL 15TH ANNUAL TESTIMONIAL DINNER ______ HON. LOUIS STOKES of ohio in the house of representatives Thursday, May 26, 1994 Mr. STOKES. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, June 4, 1994, Masjid Bilal Inc. will host its 15th Annual Testimonial Dinner. The event will be held at Swingo's at the Statler. Elected officials, business and community leaders, and a host of friends are expected to gather for this special event. I look forward to joining the leader of Masjid Bilal, Imam Clyde Rahman, and other friends for the testimonial dinner. One of the highlights of the testimonial dinner is the presentation of the outstanding citizen awards. This year's award recipients are Comdr. Anthony Jackson; Dr. Edgar B. Jackson; and Ms. Barbara Brown- Daniels. At this time, I want to share with my colleagues and the Nation some important information regarding these individuals. Mr. Speaker, Anthony Jackson currently serves as chief of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority. Prior to this assignment, he enjoyed a distinguished 21 years with the Cleveland Police Department. A graduate of Max Hayes High School, Mr. Jackson joined the Police Department in 1973. He quickly earned a reputation as a hard-working, professional officer as he came up through the ranks. His promotion to sergeant resulted in the assignment to the Professional Conduct/ Internal Review Unit. The unit is responsible for investigating misconduct charges against police officers. One of the most controversial cases the unit investigated was the Arthur Feckner drug case, which resulted in the indictment of several police officers. In 1991, Mr. Jackson was appointed commander of the Fourth District, which is the largest populated district in the city of Cleveland. In his position of commander, he was responsible for supervising 217 police officers, including those assigned to the Detective Bureau, Vice Unit, Strike Force, and Basic Patrol. During his career, Commander Jackson has received numerous commendations, including the Valor Award for bravery. He is a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy, and presently serves as a board member for the Center for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. Mr. Speaker, Dr. Edgar B. Jackson, a resident of Shaker Heights, OH, has enjoyed a distinguished medical career. He serves as co-chief of staff and senior vice president for clinical affairs at University Hospitals of Cleveland. His previous assignments have included health director for the city of Shaker Heights; acting associate dean of students, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine; and associate chief of staff, University Hospitals. Dr. Jackson is a graduate of Central High School. He received his medical degree from Western Reserve University, where he was selected as class president. Dr. Jackson is a member of numerous national boards and committees, including the Committee on Under-represented Minorities, and the Clinical Practice Committee, American College of Physicians; the Health Advisory Panel, Pew Commission on Health Professions; and the Institute of Medicine, National Academy of Sciences. In addition, Dr. Jackson serves on the board of directors of University Suburban Health Center, and as director of the Janice Douglas-David Satcher Clerkship at University Hospitals. Dr. Jackson and his wife, Thelma, are the proud parents of Gary, David, Michael, and Laura. Mr. Speaker, attorney Barbara Brown-Daniels is a graduate of Kent State University and Case Western Reserve University Law School. In addition, she is the recipient of a master's of business administration and masters of social science/administration degrees from Case Western. Ms. Brown-Daniels is the founder and executive director of Community Guidance, Incorp., a comprehensive community mental health and substance abuse center. She has also served as president of Community Living, Incorp., and as a consultant for Barbara Brown-Daniels and Associates. Ms. Brown-Daniels holds memberships in the National Association of Social Workers; the NAACP; and the Multi-Cultural Diversity Training Institute. Her past memberships include the National Council of Community Health Centers; the National Legal Defenders Association; the Black Professional Association; and the Ohio Mental Health Center Directors Association. Ms. Brown-Daniels is the recipient of several honors and awards for her efforts. They include an award for Outstanding Community Service, the Ebony Rose Tribute, the YWCA Career Women of Achievement Award, and the Outstanding Community Human Service Award. Mr. Speaker, the individuals being honored have made significant contributions to our communities and the Nation. I am proud to salute each of them, and I look forward to the opportunity to offer my personal congratulations at the testimonial dinner. ____________________