[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 111 (Wednesday, July 22, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1890]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             COMMEMORATING BUFFALO CITY'S 150TH ANNIVERSARY

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                             HON. RON KIND

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 22, 2009

  Mr. KIND. Madam Speaker, today I rise in honor of the 
Sesquicentennial celebration of Buffalo City, Wisconsin. Chartered in 
1859, Buffalo City is a picturesque Wisconsin town nestled along the 
``National Scenic Byway'' of Western Wisconsin's Great River Highway.
  Buffalo City is the oldest incorporated city in Buffalo County. At 
one time, it was one of the smallest cities in the United States with 
an area encompassing just over six square miles. Steeped in history, 
Buffalo City was named after three brothers who raised buffalo on a 
bluff overlooking the city.
  Buffalo City operates under a common council form of government 
headed by Mayor Bill Bruegger and consisting of four alderspersons. A 
town based in strong community ties, the common council holds regular 
monthly meetings for residents, council members, and the mayor to come 
together to discuss and act on pressing matters.
  With a current population of just 972 residents, Buffalo City prides 
itself on being a close-knit community. Residents participate in such 
community activities as Little League, 4-H, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, 
and Great River Anglers.
  The town's location on Spring Lake, a backwater of the Mississippi 
River, serves as a beautiful backdrop for a variety of outdoor 
recreational activities for family and friends to enjoy. Scenic parks 
and nature trails offer picturesque views of the river and bluffs and 
make Buffalo City a visually striking town that is a great place to 
live, work, and play.
  On July 3rd Mayor Bruegger, local leaders, and Buffalo City residents 
came together to celebrate Buffalo City's sesquicentennial with music, 
games, food, and fireworks. Today, I recognize Buffalo City's 
Sesquicentennial and join in their celebration.

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