[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 91 (Thursday, May 25, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E720]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING THE VOLUNTEER EFFORTS IN IMPROVING THE ALTOONA USPS CENTER

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                           HON. BILL SHUSTER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 25, 2017

  Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate four talented 
young Pennsylvania students who volunteered their time and artistic 
abilities to the beautification of the Altoona Mail Processing Center.
   Portage Area High School students Makayla Klein, Christopher 
Hartline, Kaylee Koval, and Alexis Miller were selected by their 
instructor to design and paint a mural in the lobby of the postal 
center. They submitted several designs for consideration, and, upon 
selection, collaborated to carry out the chosen design. The design that 
was selected by the postal center was a striking image of a bald eagle 
with wings spread and talons out. On the left wing is the emblem of the 
United States Postal Service, and on the right wing an American flag.
   On April 7th and 8th, 2017, Makayla, Christopher, Kaylee, and Alexis 
volunteered their time to complete the mural on the lobby wall of the 
postal center. The mural was dedicated to the hardworking men and women 
of the Altoona Mail Processing Center, and their commitment to ensuring 
the efficient and accurate handling of our mail and postage. The 
students who carried out this tremendous project deserve nothing but 
our gratitude and admiration.
   Mr. Speaker, I am privileged to thank Makayla, Christopher, Kaylee, 
and Alexis for their hand in the improvement of the Altoona Mail 
Processing Center. Congratulations on a job well done and for your 
beautiful contribution which will be enjoyed by thousands in the 
community for years to come.

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