[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 14 (Monday, January 27, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E69]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO MR. WILLIAM E. SNELL, JR.

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                           HON. BILL SHUSTER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 27, 2003

  Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. William E. 
Snell, Jr., of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania for being named Business 
Person of the Year by the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce. As 
the president and chief executive officer of F&M Trust in Chambersburg 
since 1995, he has demonstrated a willingness to support his local 
community through both financial giving as well as through giving of 
himself and his own time. Mr. Snell, in his role at the F&M Trust and 
as leader of several civic groups, has shown great vision and 
leadership in the area of community service. Through his service he has 
contributed greatly to the betterment of the community.
  In addition to running the largest locally owned bank in 
Chambersburg, Mr. Snell also serves on a number of boards in his 
community. Capitol Theatre Center Foundation, Chambersburg Hospital, 
Summit Health, and Chambersburg Area Development Corporation are just a 
few examples of boards and organizations on which he serves in a 
leadership capacity. By giving so generously of his time, he has helped 
to positively shape the vision and direction of the Chambersburg 
community. During Mr. Snell's tenure as president and CEO of the bank, 
F&M Trust has generously given approximately $80,000 to help fund 
several educational and artistic initiatives in the community. 
Donations such as these benefit everyone in the community, not just 
those that directly receive the funds. Mr. Snell is a wonderful example 
of a business person who not only cares deeply about his business but 
also about the community in which it is located. His continuous efforts 
and community service are a true testament to his affection and 
commitment to the people and organizations located in Chambersburg.
  I would like to congratulate Mr. Snell once again for this tremendous 
award he has received and thank him for all his contributions to the 
Chambersburg community. I wish him the very best of luck in all of his 
future endeavors.

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