[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 179 (Tuesday, November 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1518]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CONGRATULATING GEORGETOWN, TEXAS

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 13, 2018

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I'm proud to congratulate Historic 
Downtown Georgetown, Texas for being recognized as one of 2018's Great 
Places in America by the American Planning Association. Great Place 
designees represent the gold standard in urban planning behind the 
neighborhoods, streets, and public spaces communities love. One of the 
most vibrant cities in Central Texas, Georgetown is a deserving 
recipient of this prestigious honor.
  Over the past 10 years, Georgetown city officials, planning 
professionals, and citizen advocates have worked tirelessly to preserve 
the Victorian charm and uniqueness of Historic Downtown Georgetown. 
This 40-block district is the center of community life and displays 
environmentally-friendly practices through alternative energy sources, 
green infrastructure, robust public transportation accessibility, 
native plants, and well-maintained historic buildings. Downtown 
Georgetown has become a point of pride for residents and a growing 
tourist attraction that regularly hosts widely-attended civic events 
such as the annual Red Poppy Festival, which brings over 60,000 people 
to the Town Square.
  I salute the forward-thinking efforts of city planners and involved 
citizens who have made Georgetown, Texas an ideal place to live. Their 
commitment to smart and sustainable design has benefitted the entire 
region and I'm glad that the American Planning Association has 
recognized their great work.

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