[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 34 (Friday, February 28, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E281]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             CONGRATULATING SUGAR LAND PARKS AND RECREATION

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                            HON. PETE OLSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 28, 2014

  Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Sugar Land Parks 
and Recreation on being named the Texas Recreation and Parks Society's 
``2014 Texas Gold Medal Award Winner'' in the 50,000 to 100,000 
population category. This award recognizes communities who excel in 
resource management, park planning, and coordinating community programs 
and events.
  Over the past three years, Sugar Land Parks and Recreation has gone 
above and beyond to improve our community. It established the Sugar 
Land Legacy Foundation to facilitate park project donations, doubled 
programmable space for seniors, and acquired 281 acres for future 
parks. Sugar Land commissioned an ``Art in Parks and Public Spaces'' 
program for community enjoyment and updated the Hike and Bike Trail 
Plan to encourage healthy and active lifestyles. Sugar Land Parks and 
Recreation also opened the City's first Indoor Recreation Center, 
featuring space for classes and events, as well as a gymnasium, 
kitchen, exercise rooms, and activity space. This award is a testament 
to the hard work of Sugar Land Parks and Recreation employees and their 
dedication to making Sugar Land a better place for all.
  On behalf of all residents of the Twenty-Second Congressional 
District of Texas, it's an honor to recognize Sugar Land Parks and 
Recreation on earning this prestigious award. We are all very proud of 
your hard work.

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