[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 11 (Wednesday, January 26, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E128-E129]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING PETE CARIS, RECIPIENT OF THE 2010 WESTERN SPRINGS CITIZEN OF 
                             THE YEAR AWARD

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 26, 2011

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Pete Caris, who 
will receive the 2010 Western Springs, IL Citizen of the Year Award on 
January 30, 2011. Born and raised in Western Springs, Mr. Caris has 
been selected for this award in large part due to his accomplishments 
with the Western Springs Historical Society.
  Mr. Caris was the president of the Western Springs Historical Society 
Board from 1999 to 2006. During his tenure, he has worked hard to raise 
funds for the Ekdahl House project to preserve and showcase one of the 
oldest houses in Western Springs. He has also volunteered at the Tower 
Museum where visitors can learn about the rich history of Western 
Springs. Mr. Caris stood out as a nominee for his award not only 
because of his position on the board, but also because of his hard work 
increasing the visibility of the Historical Society. He consistently 
leads public events including the Gathering on the Green and the 
Christmas Walk in his hometown.
  In addition to being active with the Historical Society, Mr. Caris 
has been involved with the First Congregational Church of Western 
Springs for many years. He has also acted as a mentor to many young 
citizens while coaching church league basketball for 23 years. All of 
Mr. Caris' work in Western Springs, whether leading youth teams or 
ensuring the preservation of local historical treasures, makes him a 
deserving recipient of the 2010 Citizen of the Year award.
  I ask you to join me in honoring Mr. Pete Caris on his selection as a 
2010 Western Springs Citizen of the year, and may he continue to 
happily serve the citizens Western Springs, IL, young and old.

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