[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 171 (Wednesday, November 30, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1546]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF MICHIGAN CITY

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 30, 2016

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to 
congratulate the members of the Rotary Club of Michigan City, Indiana, 
as they celebrate the organization's 100th anniversary. In honor of 
this momentous occasion, the Rotary Club of Michigan City will be 
hosting an anniversary banquet on December 1, 2016, at the Barker 
Mansion in Michigan City.
   On October 19, 1916, the Rotary Club was founded with goal of 
promoting civic development and public welfare. The original sixty-five 
members helped to develop a successful community in Michigan City. The 
club was officially chartered by Rotary International on December 1, 
1916. Throughout the years, the Rotary Club motto of ``service above 
self'' has been the cornerstone of the organization's successes. Among 
its many extraordinary accomplishments, the Rotary Club has been a 
leader in the movement to establish the Indiana Dunes State Park, and 
it assisted with the formation of a local Chamber of Commerce, the City 
Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Michigan City Historical 
Society. The organization's charitable endeavors include extensive 
fund-raising and support for the Boy Scouts of America, the Salvation 
Army, local law enforcement, the Rotary Polio Plus, a program that aids 
in bringing vaccinations to third world countries, and ShelterBox, 
which supplies immediate relief to disaster survivors. In 1990, the 
Michigan City Club Foundation was established. This outstanding 
foundation was created to support charitable programs involved in 
enhancing educational efforts. It has helped provide financial 
assistance for high school student scholarships, the Rotary Youth 
Leadership Awards, high school robotics programs, and various after-
school programs.
   The Rotary Club of Michigan City has been successful due to the 
unwavering dedication of its leadership and members. Northwest Indiana 
is not only grateful, but proud to have the organization's support for 
the past 100 years. For their significant contributions to their 
community and beyond, the members and leaders of the Michigan City 
Rotary Club are truly an inspiration to us all.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues 
join me in congratulating the Rotary Club of Michigan City on its 100th 
anniversary. For their remarkable dedication, commitment, and 
compassion shown through their service to the community of Northwest 
Indiana, the membership, past and present, is worthy of the highest 
praise.

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