[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 27, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E222]
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 COMMENDING THE COMMUNITY SERVICE OF THE HOLYOKE MALL AT INGLESIDE IN 
                         HOLYOKE, MASSACHUSETTS

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                           HON. JOHN W. OLVER

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 27, 2001

  Mr. OLVER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commend the outstanding community 
service of the Holyoke Mall at Ingleside in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
  Many communities in western Massachusetts have faced significant 
economic and social challenges since the paper industries which once 
dominated our region's economy moved south and west in the latter half 
of the twentieth century.
  Holyoke, Massachusetts is one such city. But, fortunately for its 
residents, Holyoke has been blessed with superior creative leadership, 
both in the public and private sector. Economic revitalization, 
educational advancements and hope for a better tomorrow are all on the 
rise in Holyoke, and the Holyoke Mall at Ingleside, one of the city's 
best corporate citizens, is a big part of Holyoke's bright future.
  Each year for the past nine years, the Holyoke Mall has helped 
produce ``The Future Begins Here'' coalition event that supports 
children's programs throughout the Pioneer Valley. Some of Holyoke's 
neediest children benefit from ``The Future Begins Here,'' and the 
Holyoke Mall should be commended for its strong commitment to the 
initiative. May 6, 2001 will mark the tenth year of the event, with the 
Holyoke Mall still on board as a key partner.
  I commend the Holyoke Mall at Ingleside's focus on the children of 
the Pioneer Valley. It will help build a better tomorrow for everyone 
in western Massachusetts.

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