[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 136 (Thursday, September 24, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2355]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 24, 2009

  Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 50th 
Anniversary of the incorporation of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, in the 
heart of my Congressional District.
  The Village was founded by Sam and Jack Hoffman who purchased the 
land from a local farmer to establish a housing subdivision. The 
homeowners of the subdivision voted to incorporate the Village in 1959. 
From its early origins, Hoffman Estates has become a model for other 
cities and towns to follow through its continued dedication to building 
a strong and vibrant community to live, work in, and raise a family.
  On the occasion of this 50th Anniversary, we join together to 
celebrate Hoffman Estate's legacy of growth and prosperity and to look 
ahead to the opportunities facing our state and our nation. Today both 
marks 50 years of working together to build a brighter future, and 
reminds us that our work continues.
  Madam Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, please join me in 
recognizing Hoffman Estates Mayor Bill McLeod, the Hoffman Estates 
Village Board of Trustees and the citizens of Hoffman Estates and in 
wishing them every happiness on this special occasion.

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