[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 55 (Tuesday, April 12, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E416]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING LINDA BECK

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                      HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 12, 2016

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, as executive director of the Indian 
Valley Public Library, Linda Beck's dedication and advocacy has 
inspired a community and, now, after 28 years she is retiring. It is 
widely known that libraries can be the heart of the community: Billions 
of Americans gravitate to public libraries each year to read, borrow 
books, and study. During Linda Beck's tenure, the role of the Indian 
Valley Public Library expanded to include services beneficial to the 
greater community, including Internet access for library-goers who may 
search for employment, schools and general information at their 
leisure. As executive director, she, and scores of volunteers, have 
improved the lives of many citizens and inspired both children and 
adults to read for enjoyment and learning. And so we salute Linda Beck 
on this milestone, thank her for the leadership she provided and wish 
her many active retirement years.

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