[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 20 (Thursday, February 7, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E139-E140]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HANOVER PARK

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 7, 2008

  Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to recognize 
the 50th anniversary of Hanover Park, Illinois, an exciting and 
important town in my congressional district.
  Today, Hanover Park has grown to include more than 12,000 families. 
However, its history truly began in the 19th century when the community 
began to lay roots in northern Illinois.

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  With its close proximity to downtown Chicago and the major commercial 
centers surrounding O'Hare airport, Hanover Park represents the perfect 
blend between urban dynamism and suburban life.
  Hanover Park also boasts the youngest average resident population in 
the Northern suburbs. Its multitude of parks, sporting venues, and 
youth and family friendly activities make this a great place to work, 
live, and raise a family.
  The spirit of Hanover Park's citizens is matched only by the 
industriousness of its business community. From small entrepreneurial 
endeavors to Fortune 500 companies, Hanover Park's economy is thriving. 
This impressive economy owes its prosperity to both the hardworking 
residents, the Village President Rodney Craig, and Hanover Park Board 
of Trustees to promote new business tax incentives and champion 
economic development. For over half of a century, the Village of 
Hanover Park has been a thriving community.
  Madam Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, please join me in 
recognizing the outstanding contributions of Hanover Park, Illinois on 
the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

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