[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 75 (Wednesday, June 8, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1174]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             TRIBUTE TO MR. STEVE PACZOLT OF LA GRANGE, IL

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 8, 2005

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to an outstanding 
community leader in my district, Mr. Steve Paczolt, who recently 
completed 12 years of service with the Park District of La Grange's 
Board of Commissioners.
  A lifelong resident of La Grange, Mr. Paczolt has helped guide the 
tremendous growth and improvements the Park District has enjoyed, 
including the community's recent approval for the construction of a new 
indoor recreation facility. Steve's community involvement and service 
goes well beyond his dedication to providing recreation opportunities 
for his fellow residents. He has served as leader in innumerable other 
organizations, including: the Rich Port YMCA Board; the H-Foundation, 
which raises funds for brain cancer research; the Arts and Business 
Council of Chicago; the Illinois Association of Park Districts; Stage 
Left Theater Board; the Theatre Building of Chicago Board; the Western 
Springs Police Department as an Auxiliary Officer; the La Grange 
Business Association; and West Suburban Chamber of Commerce.
  Steve has also found the time to build a thriving insurance and 
financial services business in the community. He specializes in 
insuring theatrical productions and musical concerts. He has worked 
with some of the biggest names in show business, yet he still treats 
every one of his customers like a superstar. He has also served his 
profession as an active member of the Independent Insurance Agents of 
Illinois, including serving on the Education and Government Affairs and 
Federal Legislative committees.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in a salute to Steve 
Paczolt for his great service on the Park District of La Grange Board, 
as well as for his lifetime of dedication and service to the community 
of La Grange. I give him my best wishes for many more years of giving 
back to his community.

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