[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 41 (Thursday, March 8, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E284]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING MR. RICK ROVEGNO

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 8, 2018

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Mr. Rick 
Rovegno who is receiving the Exchange Club of Carlisle's prestigious 
Molly Pitcher Award. I know I will neither be the first, nor the last, 
to applaud Mr. Rovegno upon his receipt of this well-deserved honor.
  Chartered by the National Exchange Club in 1949, the Exchange Club of 
Carlisle gives individuals the opportunity to use their time and 
talents to benefit their local communities and the country as a whole. 
The Molly Pitcher Award, which has annually honored citizens for their 
outstanding service to the Carlisle community since 1969, is named 
after the revolutionary war heroine who risked her life to bring water 
to artillerymen under fire. As evidenced by receiving this honor, Mr. 
Rovegno's charitable endeavors have made a significant impact and 
improved the lives of many in central Pennsylvania.
  Throughout his successful career in business and local government, 
Mr. Rovegno served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Helen 
H. Stevens Community Mental Health Center, the Greater Carlisle Area 
Chamber of Commerce, and the Carlisle Regional Performing Arts Center, 
in addition to serving as an advisor to the Boy Scouts of America's 
Explorer Post 189. Mr. Rovegno's devotion to bettering his community is 
also underscored by his participation in local preservation and 
renovation efforts, such as maintaining the Carlisle Theatre. 
Furthermore, Mr. Rovegno and his wife of 36 years established the Rick 
and Karen Rovegno Trust, which supports local initiatives in education, 
the arts, libraries, and the environment. Needless to say, Mr. 
Rovegno's devotion to the betterment of his community continues to 
improve lives and inspire individuals across the Commonwealth.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Mr. Rovegno for all he has 
done and continues to do for the Carlisle community and congratulate 
him on receiving the Molly Pitcher Award.

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