[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 178 (Friday, November 16, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2455]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




COMMENDING THE CITY OF PORT ST. LUCIE ON BECOMING THE RECIPIENT OF THE 
                     2007 BEST PLACE TO WORK AWARD

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                            HON. TIM MAHONEY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 15, 2007

  Mr. MAHONEY of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today to comment the 
City of Port St. Lucie on becoming the recipient of the 2007 Best Place 
to Work Award. For five consecutive years, the City has earned the 
award from the St. Lucie County Human Resources Association, which has 
said that, the City of Port St. Lucie provides a top-notch work 
environment for city employees.
  The award is given to local employers whose personnel practices are 
considered to be the best in the County. Employers are evaluated based 
on the number of employees, and with more than 1,100 workers, Port St. 
Lucie is considered a leader in establishing a professional working 
environment. Furthermore, the Best Place to Work Award Program is 
considered a model on how to get a community interested in workplace 
issues and practices.
  By earning this award, the City of Port St. Lucie demonstrates its 
commitment to the community it serves. By bringing together exceptional 
personnel who are dedicated to serving the residents of the City, Port 
St. Lucie, is ensuring that its citizens are provided with quality 
services and proves that Port St. Lucie truly is a ``treasure'' nestled 
on Florida's coast.
  I am honored to be able to recognize this exceptional city. I commend 
the City government of Port St. Lucie for their dedication to people of 
the City, and I wish the City success as it continues to work to serve 
its citizens.

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