[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 129 (Friday, September 21, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1632]
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                    IN HONOR OF THE CITY OF LAKEWOOD

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 21, 2012

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the City of 
Lakewood, Ohio. Also known as ``The City of Beautiful Homes,'' Lakewood 
is an exemplary community within Northeast Ohio.
  Lakewood is one of Ohio's most diverse and culturally rich cities. It 
is home to several art galleries, Winchester Music Hall and the Beck 
Center of the Arts. Additionally, both Malley's Chocolates and 
Aladdin's Eatery are based out of Lakewood, Ohio.
  Lakewood has been named as one of the best cities to live in by This 
Old House Magazine and Scene Magazine. It was listed among the best 
suburbs in the U.S. by Travel & Leisure Magazine. It was named the 
``Best Place to Raise Your Kids 2010'' by Business Week.
  Today, the City of Lakewood is home to more than 52,000 residents who 
are led by Mayor Mike Summers. Mayor Summers, who had previously served 
as a Councilman, has been serving as mayor since 2010. There are seven 
members on the City Council: Tom Bullock, David Anderson, Shawn Juris, 
Mary Louise Madigan, Brian Powers, Monique Smith and Ryan Nowlin.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring the City of 
Lakewood and all of its residents.

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