[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 65 (Friday, May 10, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E765]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          ROLLING MEADOWS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARD RECIPIENTS

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                          HON. PHILIP M. CRANE

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 9, 1996

  Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to recognize some 
outstanding business leaders in my district who have risen to the top 
in their respective fields. Tonight they will be recognized by the 
Rolling Meadows Chamber of Commerce for their efforts and achievements. 
I would like to take a moment to recognize each for their 
accomplishments in the hopes that their achievements will inspire 
others to follow their lead.
  Kristine M. Stabler, the vice president and head of sales for the 
Arlington International Racecourse, has been named the Business Leader 
of the Year. She has worked in the business community at Arlington 
International Racecourse for 14 years and was given the added 
responsibility to serve as a liaison between the racetrack and the 
business community. The Rolling Meadows Chamber of Commerce adds that 
``she is also the coordinator of the International Festival of Racing, 
highlighted by the Arlington Million and oversees the retail 
operations, guest relations and special events.'' Her interaction with 
businesses and the community is extensive and her accomplishments 
impressive.
  The Platinum Home Mortgage Corp., which is a family-owned business, 
has been awarded the Small Business of the Year Award. Although the 
company is only 2\1/2\ years old, it has grown both physically and 
financially. It has brought on staff 88 employees and has opened 
offices in Chicago, IL, River Grove, IL, and Denver, CO. It is now the 
fourth largest government residential loan provider in my State. The 
Platinum Home Mortgage Corp. is truly representative of success as they 
continue to grow.
  Kevin T. Kendrigan, the director of the Northwest Special Recreation 
Association [NSRA] has been recognized as the Community Leader of the 
Year. His resume offers an extensive list of memberships to 
associations and community groups. Even more impressive are his 
accomplishments at the NSRA, which now serves over 2,500 people monthly 
and conducts 250 programs for both children and adults.
  The Community Consolidated School District 15 has been awarded the 
Exceptional Business/Educational Environment Award. District 15 has 
blended traditional educational classes with interaction between 
various business and community leaders to offer students a more worldly 
education. Through innovative new programs at the local level, 
sponsored by private industries, our education system will be more 
effective in turning out students who will have the skills and 
knowledge that companies need as they enter the next century.
  One award, the Business Beautification Award, was shared this year 
between two impressive edifices. The first is Michaels Glass and 
Mirror, Inc., which offers a wide variety of glass work, including auto 
glass, commercial and residential glazing, store fronts, table tops, 
shower doors, and mirrors. The second is the Rolling Meadows Shopping 
Center, owned by Baird and Warner. Both businesses have undergone 
substantial renovations to attract new customers and support 
businesses.
  Mr. Speaker, I commend all of the winners of the Rolling Meadows 
Chamber of Commerce awards. But more importantly, I thank all of them 
for their contributions to the community in which they live. I and the 
residents of the Eighth Congressional District of Illinois are proud of 
them.

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