[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 118 (Friday, July 31, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2162]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA, FOR BEING NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 5 
          ``BEST PLACES TO LIVE IN AMERICA'' BY MONEY MAGAZINE

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                            HON. JOHN KLINE

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 31, 2009

  Mr. KLINE of Minnesota. Madam speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
the community of Chanhassen, a town I am proud to say is part of 
Minnesota's Second Congressional District.
  In naming Chanhassen one of the top 5 ``Best Places to Live in 
America,'' Money magazine confirmed what many of us in the great state 
of Minnesota already knew; Chanhassen is an outstanding city.
  As the nation's economy has faltered, Chanhassen has flourished. From 
2000 to 2008 Chanhassen averaged a 28 percent job growth rate, 
providing its residents with the economic security necessary to raise 
their families.
  Along with providing economic security, Chanhassen's 11 freshwater 
lakes and 34 parks offer a pristine wilderness retreat that epitomizes 
the land of 10,000 lakes.
  With its strong economy and Minnesota beauty, it is no surprise 
Chanhassen was named the second best small town in America.
  Congratulations, again, to the entire community of Chanhassen for 
earning this prestigious distinction. You are second in the nation, and 
first in our hearts.

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