[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 103 (Tuesday, July 12, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1291]
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    HONORING SCOTT CITY, KANSAS FOR ITS DESIGNATION AS A 2011 ``ALL-
                            AMERICAN CITY''

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                           HON. TIM HUELSKAMP

                               of kansas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 12, 2011

  Mr. HUELSKAMP. Mr. Speaker, today I recognize the citizens of Scott 
City, Kansas. In June 2011, the National Civic League recognized Scott 
City as an ``All-American City.'' Only ten communities across the 
country received this honor.
  Scott City presented to a panel of judges three projects involving 
community collaboration. First, community members shared information 
about how the town has been holding potluck dinners and fiestas to 
bridge gaps that exist among different cultures. These events have 
facilitated greater dialogue and understanding among the various 
populations of Scott City.
  Second, community members presented information about how town 
volunteers and First Baptist Church transformed a vacant storefront and 
warehouse into a community youth center. Known as ``Area 96,'' this 
site provides a safe and welcoming place for young people to spend 
their free time, as well as a site for other community groups to 
utilize.
  Third, Scott City residents shared how they have used the renovation 
and expansion of the Scott County Library as an opportunity to 
transform the role of the Library in the community from just a building 
to a community information center. Not only have they increased youth 
services and youth-driven programs, but they have also expanded their 
services and offerings for English language learners.
  The achievements of Scott City, Kansas demonstrate that the efforts 
of communities and individuals provide the true backbone of America. I 
congratulate Scott City for this remarkable and well-deserved honor.

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