[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 130 (Saturday, August 5, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1682-E1683]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


       ``RECYCLE! KIDS'': ENVIRONMENTAL AMBASSADORS FOR SAN DIEGO

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                            HON. BOB FILNER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 4, 1995
  Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, I rise today to congratulate 
``Meredythe and Recycle! Kids'' for their seventh anniversary and to 
applaud their recent recognition as the official environmental youth 
ambassadors for the city of San Diego.
  Meredythe and the Recycle! Kids was created in 1988 by Meredythe Dee 
Winter as a unique learning experience for homeless and underserved 
youth. Hundreds of children have participated in the program.
  All children are welcome to participate in special workshops that 
teach them to become aware of environmental issues and enjoy a caring, 
artistic atmosphere. Members have contributed their skills in 
choreography, gymnastics, singing, and dancing.
  The Recycle! Kids has achieved international recognition. Meredythe 
and the Recycle! Kids was the only program chosen to represent San 
Diego County at the 25th Anniversary National Earth Day Celebration in 
Washington DC.
  They were also selected to participate in the United Nations 
Environment Programme--Global Youth Forum. In 1994, Recycle! Kids 
performed at the Plenary Session in front of the White House. More than 
1,500 people were in the audience, including many United Nations 
officials. In 1993, they were honored by the Philippine Delegation at 
the Plenary Session in Boulder, CO.

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  The Recycle! Kids program is a model program for others to follow!
  

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