[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 97 (Monday, July 24, 2000)]
[Senate]
[Page S7475]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          TRIBUTE TO LOU SISSON--WAKEFIELD CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to pay 
tribute to Lou Sisson upon her recognition as the Wakefield Citizen of 
the Year by the Greater Wakefield Chamber of Commerce.
  Lou's tireless efforts to better her community are truly 
inspirational in a time where civic duties are declining. Aside from 
her duties as owner of the Wakefield Inn, Lou has been an active member 
of the Lions Club, the Women's Club, the Heritage Commission and a 
founding member of the Wakefield Arts Club. Her long list of 
involvements are a testament to her strong dedication to the community 
and her commitment to making various events and programs available to 
all Wakefield citizens.
  Lou's hard work on the Sidewalk Committee led to the construction of 
numerous sidewalks throughout downtown Wakefield, making the streets 
safer for pedestrians. She is also involved in a summer youth program 
which recently created a two-mile heritage trail that outlines 
information about the town's historic sites, providing educational and 
recreational opportunities for all town residents. Lou truly enjoys 
volunteering and cites the friendly, personable town atmosphere as the 
true motivation for her efforts.
  It is citizens like Lou who make our communities stronger and 
exemplify what is good about America today. Lou's dedication to making 
her community a better place to live is commendable. It is truly an 
honor to serve her in the United States Senate.

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