[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 51 (Tuesday, April 20, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E565-E566]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          PAYING TRIBUTE TO ALAMOSA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 20, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize the

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Alamosa County Chamber of Commerce for over eighty years of impeccable 
service to the Alamosa, Colorado business community. The Alamosa 
Chamber is an incredible asset to the town, and I would like to join my 
colleagues here today in recognizing the Chamber's tremendous service 
to the Alamosa community.
  Looking back on the history of Alamosa, the Chamber has sponsored 
many events and activities to improve the town, including its Town and 
Gown banquet, Cribbage tournaments, and founding the Alamosa Community 
Development Corporation. The Chamber has also helped to maintain a 
fantastic relationship between the town and Adams State College through 
sponsoring scholarships and organizing community and school events. 
Most importantly, the Chamber has been instrumental in promoting local 
businesses, aiding in their growth and success throughout the years.
  Mr. Speaker, the Alamosa County Chamber of Commerce is a dedicated 
organization that is actively involved in bringing the people of 
Alamosa together. For over eight decades, the Chamber has left an 
indelible mark of excellence on the Alamosa community and the State of 
Colorado. It is my privilege to pay tribute to the Chamber and its 
members before this body of Congress and this nation today. I thank 
them for the remarkable service they provide to Alamosa and the State 
of Colorado.

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