[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 57 (Wednesday, May 11, 1994)]
[Senate]
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[Congressional Record: May 11, 1994]
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                   STREATOR, IL, AN ALL-AMERICAN CITY

 Mr. SIMON. Mr. President, I want to take this opportunity to 
congratulate the city of Streator, IL, on being selected as 1 of 30 
finalists in the 1994 All-American City Award competition. Streator has 
the proud distinction of being the only Illinois city to be represented 
in this prestigious competition, which is sponsored by the National 
Civic League.
  The people of Streator have consistently demonstrated a strong sense 
of civic pride and involvement, with community volunteers often 
spearheading their efforts. For example, over 10,000 volunteer hours 
were devoted to preparing and organizing the 1993 Streatorland quasi-
centennial celebration. In addition, the city raised over $355,000 for 
the construction of an industrial park to expand Streator's economic 
base. In an effort to involve local citizens in community planning, 
over 100 people have come together to develop a strategic plan for 
Streator's future.
  As far as I am concerned, Mr. President, Streator is already an All-
American city. I salute the fine people of Streator and wish them every 
success in this competition.

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