[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 35 (Wednesday, March 9, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E439]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF MOUNTAIN LAKES, NEW JERSEY

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                      HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 9, 2011

  Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the Borough 
of Mountain Lakes, in Morris County, New Jersey, which is celebrating 
its 100th Anniversary in 2011.
  From its inception, Mountain Lakes, a community in my congressional 
district, has promoted family life and interaction with nature.
  In 1910, Mountain Lakes was just rural woodland owned by a handful of 
families. The following decade, however, changed Mountain Lakes 
forever. Developers urbanized the hills, woods, swamps and boulders of 
Mountain Lakes to create a neighborhood where families could enjoy the 
nature, recreation and simple pleasures of life. The plan also included 
two manmade lakes, to provide outdoor swimming and boating for the 
community. By late 1912, the railroad station was completed and with a 
train line to New York, growth and prosperity soon followed.
  Unusual about this community is the nearly 500 homes that were built 
by one developer. Today, 454 of these homes remain standing, making 
them one of the largest collections of Craftsman-influenced houses in 
the United States.
  Along with their respect for their architectural history, comes 
Mountain Lakes' appreciation for education. Its schools provide area 
students with the foundation they need for a successful future. 
Mountain Lakes High School is often ranked as a top school by New 
Jersey Monthly. The Lake Drive School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 
and the Craig School are two schools that offer education to students 
with special needs.
  The developers' vision for this community has survived to the 
present. The natural and architectural character that was constructed 
in the early 20th century is still a key feature ``Lakers'' appreciate 
today. And, with its natural beauty, picturesque location and charm, 
Mountain Lakes still attracts residents who enjoy outdoor activities 
and community involvement.
  Today, the grand gardens have been simplified, houses renovated, but 
still the essential character remains. The rustic suburb of Mountain 
Lakes has maintained its unique character and environment created in 
the two decades following its founding.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues to join me in congratulating 
the Borough of Mountain Lakes as they celebrate their 100th 
Anniversary.

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