[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 9 (Wednesday, January 24, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E74]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 BUSINESS HONORED FOR COMMUNITY SPIRIT

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                            HON. ZOE LOFGREN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 24, 1996

  Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute a business in 
California's 16th District that has been honored for its generous 
support of local nonprofit organizations. South Valley Disposal and 
Recycling, Inc., of Gilroy, CA, was selected as Business of the Year by 
the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce because of its contributions to the 
community.
  South Valley Disposal and Recycling, Inc., has been involved in many 
efforts to help the needy in Gilroy and Santa Clara County. Its 
management and employees have successfully promoted the biannual food 
drive for the Second Harvest Food Bank as well as charitable drives by 
the Salvation Army and Toys for Tots Programs. Their support has helped 
the nonprofit Odd Fellow-Rebekah Children's Home provide care and 
health services to children in crisis.
  Additionally, South Valley Disposal and Recycling, Inc., is working 
to keep our environment clean by promoting recycling opportunities, 
taking a proactive role through public education.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to express gratitude and appreciation 
to South Valley Disposal and Recycling, Inc., as it is recognized by 
the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce.

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