[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 125 (Thursday, September 18, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S9693]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      WESTLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

 Mr. ABRAHAM. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to the 
members of the Westland Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of their 
35th anniversary. Since 1962, this organization has done a commendable 
job in reaching out to the community by supporting such programs as 
D.A.R.E., the Annual Jobs and Career Fair, and scholarships to local 
college-bound students. Through these and countless other programs, the 
Westland Chamber of Commerce has assisted local entrepreneurs as they 
begin and expand their businesses, and in so doing, has made a 
significant and substantive impact on the quality of life for residents 
in the Westland Community.
  Mr. President, Westland is the 10th largest city in Michigan and was 
recently rated third in the top five shopping areas by the Michigan 
Retailers Association. Much of this success has been thanks, in part, 
to the chamber's work in promoting local businesses. The community of 
Westland is grateful for the tremendous support the chamber has given, 
and on behalf of the U.S. Senate, thanks is due to the chamber for 
making Michigan a better place.

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