[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 55 (Tuesday, April 12, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E402]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE ROTARY CLUB OF COLONIAL PARK UPON THE CELEBRATION OF 
                          ITS 65TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 12, 2016

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to recognize the Rotary 
Club of Colonial Park in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania upon the celebration 
of its 65th Anniversary. My district has benefited tremendously from 
the humanitarian service of the club and continued community 
involvement of its members.
   Representing Rotary International's motto, ``Service Above Self,'' 
the Colonial Park chapter contributes in the community, inspires in the 
workplace, and engages throughout the world. Members of the Rotary Club 
represent the community's professionals, and they continue to promote 
high ethical standards in all vocations. The men and women of the club 
are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races, and 
creeds--making their initiatives diverse and effective in elevating the 
community.
   Through its fundraising efforts and the generosity of its members, 
the Rotary Club of Colonial Park contributes over $17,000 per year to 
community organizations, such as hospitals, fire companies, senior 
centers, and youth clubs. The Rotary Club created a foundation to help 
meet the educational, charitable, and benevolent needs of organizations 
in their local area, as well as in areas recently affected by 
disasters. Understanding the important role that education plays in 
fostering a prosperous future, both the Rotary Club and Foundation have 
contributed over $100,000 to scholarships for students attending 
Harrisburg Area Community College. Members have also served their 
community through the building and upkeep of Possibility Place 
Playground, installation of a beautiful clock in the town of St. Thomas 
to commemorate its 250th anniversary, and support of Shalom House in 
downtown Harrisburg. Cumulatively, these endeavors highlight the 
commitment to community building and fulfillment of duty that members 
of the club selflessly embody.
   Mr. Speaker, the Rotary Club of Colonial Park is guided by core 
principles that resonate with each and every member. Their commitment 
to the community at large will continue to have profound effects in 
empowering those in need and enabling positive change. It is my honor 
to help celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Colonial 
Park, and I wish all members the best in their future proceedings.

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