[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 20 (Tuesday, February 7, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E152]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE HONOREES OF THE SEBASTICOOK VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 
                                 AWARDS

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                        HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD

                                of maine

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 7, 2012

  Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the recipients of the 
2012 Annual Sebasticook Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards. For years, 
the Chamber has been at the forefront of business networking and 
development across 12 towns in the Newport, Pittsfield and Dexter 
areas.
  Each year, the Sebasticook Valley Chamber of Commerce honors local 
businesses, business leaders, and individuals who promote and advance a 
vital and healthy economic environment. These individuals and 
businesses are committed to strengthening opportunity and prosperity in 
Maine.
  This year's award recipients include George and Linda Lougee for the 
Joyce Packard Community Spirit Award and C.M. Almy and Sons Inc. for 
the Business of the Year for 2012. Since they first came to Newport in 
1999, the Lougees have devoted themselves to helping the area flourish. 
Their efforts to arrange Sparkle, the Chamber's and the Region's 
largest fund raiser, have generated $78,000 for local organizations 
over the last six years. Additionally, C.M. Almy and Sons Inc. has 
manufactured church vestments, furnishing, and accessories since 1892. 
This third-generation family owned business is being recognized for 
community support in the region.
  These recipients are among the best that Maine has to offer. Through 
their leadership and incredible commitment to their communities and to 
Sebasticook Valley, Maine is a better place to live and to do business.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me again in congratulating the Sebasticook 
Valley Chamber of Commerce and these individuals on their outstanding 
service and achievement.

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