[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 46 (Wednesday, March 23, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E366]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF SCHAUMBURG, ILLINOIS

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 23, 2016

  Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I wish to commemorate the 60th anniversary 
of the incorporation of Schaumburg, Illinois.
   From its incorporation, the city of Schaumburg, a town in my 
district, has been a model for other cities and towns to follow. 
Growing from its two square miles and population of 130 residents in 
1956, Schaumburg is now home to almost 75,000 residents and a vibrant 
business community consisting of thousands of businesses, 25 hotels, 
200 restaurants, and its own minor league baseball team, the Schaumburg 
Boomers. Since 1987, under the leadership of the President of 
Schaumburg, Al Larson, the city of Schaumburg has become the second 
largest economic development center in Illinois.
   Through its continued dedication the city improves the quality of 
life by maintaining a balance between its people, nature, business and 
industry and provides the highest quality municipal service through 
planning, fiscal responsibility and accessible, responsive, and 
proactive leadership. This village continues to live out its mission of 
``Progress Through Thoughtful Planning.''
   Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, please join me in 
recognizing the 60th anniversary of the incorporation of Schaumburg, 
Illinois, and wishing them many successful years in the future.

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