[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 156 (Monday, November 8, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2303]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        IN HONOR OF NORTHEAST OHIO AREAWIDE COORDINATING AGENCY

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 8, 1999

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Northeast 
Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) on their recent award for 
Outstanding Overall Achievement for large Metropolitan Planning 
Organizations presented by the Association of Metropolitan Planning 
Organizations. This prestigious award, given to only one organization 
nationwide each year, was well deserved.
  The Outstanding Overall Achievement for large metropolitan Planning 
Organizations Award recognizes exceptional work in metropolitan 
transportation planning. NOACA's award nomination focused on the newly 
adopted transportation plan, Framework for Action 2025. This plan is a 
25-year innovative, goal-oriented plan that supports transportation 
investments that boost economic redevelopment in the region's core 
cities. Framework for Action 2025 also focuses on preserving the 
environment, improving the efficiency of the transportation system and 
providing greater transportation choices for the local commuters.
  In the past, the NOACA has made significant achievements by making 
cooperative planning efforts. Their newly adopted plan shows that they 
are still committed to this in the future. NOACA has made tremendous 
efforts to reach out to Northeast Ohio and make innovative improvements 
in the transportation industry.
  My fellow colleagues, please join me in honoring this fine 
organization as they accept the Outstanding Overall Achievement Award 
for large Metropolitan Planning Organizations. This is a significant 
achievement and tremendous honor for the organization.

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