[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 144 (Thursday, October 23, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2070]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO UNION TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEERS

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                          HON. MICHAEL PAPPAS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 23, 1997

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, September 20, 1997, over 60 
parents, teachers and other volunteers gathered together to help build 
a playground at the Union Township School in my district.
  The cost of the equipment was raised by carnivals, book fairs and 
other projects. Area contractors, builders and merchants all joined 
forces to donate their skills, supplies, food and support. The parent-
teacher association raised money for the project for 3 years.
  When all was ready, the volunteers went to work, constructing the new 
playground which was ready in time for the start of the school year for 
the children to enjoy.
  Mr. Speaker, this demonstration of community service and volunteerism 
is characteristic of our Nation's growing effort to help one another. 
It is heart-warming to hear of efforts like this that bring parents and 
area residents together for the common good of their children. I want 
to congratulate the residents of Union Township for coming together for 
such a worthwhile cause. They are truly an inspiration to us all.

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