[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 159 (Thursday, November 11, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2351]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO THE OLATHE STATE BANK

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                             SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 10, 1999

   Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I wanted to take this moment to recognize 
an exceptional bank in western Colorado. The Olathe State Bank in 
Olathe, Colorado is known for its commitment to its community. Its 
commitment was recently recognized by the Independent Bankers of 
Colorado. In September, the Olathe State Bank was awarded the 1999 
Crown Service Award for Outstanding Service to the Community.
  The award was in acknowledgment of the Bank's consistent and 
comprehensive community initiatives. Programs such as the scholarship 
program, special checking accounts for high school students and a 
travel program for customers over 55 years of age, go hand in hand with 
the many employee activities and benefits and the active participation 
of many of the board members in various community groups. These are but 
a few of many excellent examples of the dedication and foresight shown 
by this bank.
  Mr. Speaker, that is why it is my pleasure to congratulate the Olathe 
State Bank on the well-deserved award and for the years of service and 
dedication to the community.

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