[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 125 (Monday, September 30, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1692]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN RECOGNITION OF THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ROSEMEAD CHAMBER OF 
                                COMMERCE

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                          HON. HILDA L. SOLIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 26, 2002

  Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, on the eve of the 75th Anniversary of the 
Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, I rise to recognize the accomplishments 
of the Chamber.
  Since its inception in 1924 as the Rosemead Improvement Association, 
the organization that three years after became the Rosemead Chamber of 
Commerce, has been instrumental in the operations and well-being of the 
city. Throughout the years, it has maintained its pivotal role as the 
commercial heart of the city by bringing together community leaders, 
business owners and residents.
  The Rosemead Chamber of Commerce has made numerous contributions to 
Rosemead. It has fostered economic growth by giving the business sector 
a voice and has helped to establish a tradition of community events. At 
one point, these included Fiesta Day and the Halloween Parade; now they 
are composed of trade shows, career fairs and ``One on One 
Breakfasts.'' The Rosemead Chamber of Commerce has changed according to 
the changing needs and interests of the city of Rosemead.
  Over the past 75 years, the Chamber has played an important role in 
the lives of Rosemead residents and fostered a strong economy for the 
City. I wish the Chamber continued success and growth and I ask you to 
join me in honoring it for 75 years of service to the community.

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