[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 72 (Wednesday, May 3, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E936]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK

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                          HON. CARDISS COLLINS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 3, 1995
  Mrs. COLLINS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I wish to call the attention 
of our colleagues to the annual commemoration of Public Service 
Recognition Week and to one activity that has occurred and another that 
will begin on The Mall here in Washington tomorrow.
  For the past 10 years, the President's Council on Management 
Improvement, and the Public Employees Roundtable, launch activities in 
more than 1,000 cities which highlight excellence in public service at 
the Federal, State, and local government levels. The objectives are to 
inform Americans about the contributions of public employees to the 
quality of our lives, to encourage excellence in government, and to 
promote public service careers.
  Yesterday, the Public Employees Roundtable held a ceremony here on 
Capitol Hill, and resented its Breakfast of Champions Award to 
representatives of exceptional programs at each level of government. 
Among the winners was the Illinois Department of transportation which 
was recognized for the innovative Chicago Freeway Traffic and Incident 
Management Program.
  Beginning tomorrow, May 4, and continuing through Sunday, May 7, over 
two dozen Federal agencies and employee organizations will have 
exhibits set up in three large tents on The Mall. The public is invited 
to come out to learn more about the functions and services each 
provides. Some of our military bands and other groups will provide 
entertainment for this family oriented event.
  Mr. Speaker, Public Service Recognition Week offers all Americans, 
especially young people, the opportunity to learn more about the 
government and the rewarding careers available. It also provides the 
opportunity to thank those who serve us daily for their efforts. I 
believe that our public service should be valued and respected, and the 
activities occurring this week make crystal clear why.


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