[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 102 (Friday, July 11, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1451]
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   IN HONOR OF THE CITY OF ROCKY RIVER ON THE OCCASION OF THEIR ONE 
                         HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 10, 2003

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the leaders and 
residents--past and present--of the City of Rocky River, as they 
celebrate one hundred years as an established community--from farming 
hamlet, to village, to the City of Rocky River.
  With foresight, vision and planning, the City of Rocky River has 
remained focused on the welfare of its residents. Community leaders 
have continuously displayed a sincere dedication to providing the 
highest level of services for people of all ages in Rocky River--from 
children, to senior citizens, to civic organizations.
  Native Americans inhabited the land that follows the Rocky River 
north to Lake Erie for centuries before the arrival of permanent 
settlers in 1810. Their history is documented within the displays and 
exhibits found within the Metroparks Systems. This vital park system 
winds its way through the City of Rocky River--preserving not only the 
history of the land--but the land itself, as acres of nature's 
woodlands, teeming with native flora and fauna, abound within the City 
of the Rocky River. Amid its thriving parklands, Rocky River offers an 
array of recreational and civic amenities for all ages and groups--
without compromising the natural beauty of the land.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of the residents and leaders of the City of Rocky River, as they 
celebrate one hundred years as a viable community. We especially note 
the contributions of all elected officials--past and present--who have 
contributed to the development and preservation of this beautiful land 
that follows the waters of the Rocky River. Most notably, current Mayor 
William F. Knoble, and the late Mayor Don Umerley. The City of Rocky 
River serves as a significant example and importance of the successful 
balance between progress and preservation.

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