[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 64 (Monday, May 16, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E985]
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                   HONORING METROPORT MEALS ON WHEELS

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 16, 2005

  Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Metroport Meals on 
Wheels as they celebrate 25 years of service to numerous communities 
within the 26th District of Texas. The Metroport Meals on Wheels 
program grew out of the passion of one individual, Kelly Bradley, who 
saw the need to aid her neighbors. It was her dedication to others and 
the generosity of the First United Methodist Church of Roanoke which 
fostered this program and allowed it to grow into its current state; 
bringing dignity and respect to seniors in over 19 cities in the North 
Texas region.
  The invaluable support and outreach that Metroport Meals on Wheels 
provides to these Texas communities is an integral connection for those 
who wish to stay independent. Last year alone this grassroots 
organization served over 54,000 meals without the aid of State or 
Federal funding.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to offer my utmost thanks and 
congratulations to Metroport Meals on Wheels for their 25 years of 
service to my fellow Texans and those most in need of their support and 
their humble respect. The generosity of Ms. Bradley and the other 
volunteers at Metroport is truly making a difference in the lives of 
those they serve.

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