[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 99 (Monday, June 12, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E805]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             125TH ANNIVERSARY OF BAY BEACH AMUSEMENT PARK

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 12, 2017

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the 125th 
Anniversary of Bay Beach Amusement Park. Bay Beach is an amusement park 
owned and operated by the City of Green Bay. Bay Beach is the ninth 
oldest amusement park in the United States. It offers affordable 
entertainment to visitors across the state of Wisconsin and plays a big 
role in the city's tourism industry.
  Bay Beach was initially established by Mitchell Nejedlo. Mr. Nejedlo 
purchased the land and began developing the land for a private beach 
resort. In 1920, the park's owners donated the entire park and its 
building to the City of Green Bay with the intent that the land was 
used for park, playground, and entertainment purposes.
  The City of Green Bay expanded and developed Bay Beach in a family-
focused destination with an emphasis on affordability for all. Today, 
it offers 22 distinct attractions, including the Zippin Pippin roller 
coaster.
  On June 10, 2017, Bay Beach will celebrate its 125th Birthday. This 
park is an asset to the community with a unique history and role in the 
city for five generations.

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