[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 176 (Tuesday, December 9, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2502]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           TRIBUTE TO THE ALAMOSA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 8, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to rise and pay tribute to 
the Alamosa County, Colorado, Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber recently 
celebrated eighty years of service to Alamosa, and it is my honor to 
call the attention of my colleagues and this nation to all that the 
Chamber does for the citizens of Alamosa.
  The Alamosa County Chamber of Commerce was incorporated in 1923. The 
original building was lost to fire in 1907. Recognizing the importance 
of the Chamber, the city rallied together and built a new building the 
following year.
  The Chamber has a strong tradition of excellent leadership and a 
dedicated staff. Since its inception, the Chamber has focused on the 
organization and health of the County's economy. Able and dedicated 
staff members always greet each citizen with a smile.
  In addition to traditional activities, the Alamosa Chamber of 
Commerce has always gone beyond the call of duty to be involved in the 
community. The citizens of Alamosa have traditionally used the Chamber 
as a meeting place for community events. There are often cribbage 
tournaments, banquets and charity events throughout the year. In 
addition, the Chamber funds scholarships for young people, has worked 
to improve the County's emergency response system, and is also involved 
in various projects such as the promotion of recycling.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to rise and pay tribute to the 
Alamosa County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber works tirelessly for 
the betterment of Alamosa County and I am honored to pay tribute to its 
contributions. I am pleased to join the people of Alamosa County in 
thanking the Chamber of Commerce for its hard work and many 
contributions.

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