[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 18 (Tuesday, February 2, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E111]
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                  SKOKIE, ONE OF THE BEST TOWNS AROUND

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                       HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 2, 1999

  Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I submit the following letter to be 
included in the Congressional Record.

                                      House of Representatives

                                 Washington, DC, January 14, 1999.
     Mayor Jacqueline B. Gorell,
     Village of Skokie, Skokie IL.
       Dear Mayor Gorell: What a wonderful job you have done in 
     shaping Skokie into the remarkable place that it is! You 
     should feel very proud and fulfilled as you leave elective 
     office after 22 years of service, ten as Mayor. Now it is 
     your turn to enjoy the wealth of opportunities that you have 
     brought to Skokie.
       You have more time to enjoy the world class library for 
     which you were truly the driving force. You can walk the 
     beautiful canal bank along with so many of your villagers who 
     are appreciating the bike path, the sculpture park and the 
     natural beauty which your vision and work made possible. You 
     and Nate can attend even more excellent activities at the 
     Performing Arts Center which is now your legacy. And you can 
     rest assured at all times that you and yours are protected by 
     a police and fire department that achieved a status that few 
     other municipalities have reached while under your watch.
       It is no wonder that Chicago Magazine rated Skokie as ``one 
     of the best towns around'', and Worth Magazine said that ``on 
     Wall Street, it is a star.'' Those of us who have had the 
     pleasure of working with you and observing your leadership 
     are not surprised by these accolades.
       Mayor Gorell, thank you for all that you have done for the 
     community. I wish you happiness in your retirement. If I can 
     ever be of help to you, I would be honored if you would call 
     on me.
           Sincerely,
                                                   Jan Schakowsky,
                                               Member of Congress.

     

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