[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 174 (Friday, October 26, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1454]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF MR. GEORGE GUASTELLO AND HIS 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY AS 
             PRESIDENT AND CEO OF UNION STATION KANSAS CITY

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                          HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 26, 2018

  Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. George 
Guastello's 10-year anniversary as the President and Chief Executive 
Officer of Union Station Kansas City and to celebrate his countless 
contributions to Kansas City's rich history and vibrant culture. It is 
an honor to commemorate his profound career with this Congressional 
Record.
  As a lifetime Kansas City resident, George Guastello keeps close ties 
to his neighborhood and continues to be a pillar of the community 
through his role as President and CEO of Union Station Kansas City. 
Although Mr. Guastello has fulfilled the duties of his role for a 
decade, his devotion to the Kansas City area far exceeds this single 
role. Mr. Guastello has an unremitting dedication to the revitalization 
of the city and continues to serve as an agent of change in its growth.
  Mr. Guastello spearheaded the reopening of Union Station Kansas City 
in 1999, following years of neglect. Once dormant, Union Station is now 
one of the city's most beloved and well-known landmarks. Union Station 
has become a crown jewel of our great city, visited not only by locals, 
but by tourists from all over the world. Mr. Guastello's hard work to 
highlight the historic fabric of Kansas City through the preservation 
of Union Station continues to unite Kansas Citians and visitors beyond 
city limits. It connects individuals from across the country with 
innovative exhibits, significant historical background, and engaging 
educational experiences. As we navigate through an everchanging 
society, the importance of preserving aspects of our history becomes 
increasingly more relevant and vital to ensuring the generations to 
come have an opportunity to reflect on history while shaping their own. 
The grand reopening of Union Station Kansas City ensured that a 
significant piece of Kansas City's history would not become a faint 
memory, but, instead, would transcend time for generations to come.
  Moreover, Mr. Guastello's work regarding Union Station is but one of 
many achievements he has championed. Mr. Guastello's role as President 
and CEO for the American Royal Association highlighted our region's 
lush agricultural heritage. In addition, as the Vice President of 
Marketing and Business Strategy for Starlight Theater, Mr. Guastello 
shined a spotlight on innovation and helped the company achieve an all-
time high season attendance of over a quarter million people. While 
these are only a few of Mr. Guastello's many accomplishments, they 
speak volumes to not only the commitment Mr. Guastello makes to the 
greater Kansas City community, but also to his meritorious character.
  IT is a privilege to stand today and recognize the work of Mr. 
Guastello. Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Mr. George 
Guastello's remarkable career and service to the people of the greater 
Kansas City area. I look forward to seeing the work and contributions 
of Mr. Guastello continue to shape and advance the greater Kansas City 
Community.

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