[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 92 (Monday, June 3, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E696]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     IN RECOGNITION OF THE 350TH ANNIVERSARY OF WOODBRIDGE TOWNSHIP

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 3, 2019

  Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Woodbridge 
Township on the 350th anniversary of its founding and join with its 
officials and residents in celebration of this historic milestone.
  Woodbridge received its charter on June 1, 1669 by King Charles of 
England, nearly five years after its settlement. Its long history has 
been marked with notable events, residents and visitors, including an 
overnight stop at the Cross Keys Tavern by George Washington on his 
travel from Mount Vernon to New York for his inauguration.
  It has also received several distinctions for its outstanding growth 
and community excellence. In 1964, Woodbridge was among only ten 
municipalities in the United States to receive the All American City 
Award, and in 1966 the township was presented with the Distinguished 
Achievement Award in the National Cleanest Town Achievement Contest by 
First Lady Johnson.
  Woodbridge continues to preserve its history and community atmosphere 
while embracing growth. Today, the township is comprised of the 
communities of Avenel, Colonia, Fords, Hopelawn, Iselin, Keasbey, Menlo 
Park Terrace, Port Reading, Sewaren and Woodbridge and is one of the 
largest municipalities in New Jersey, with over 100,000 residents. It 
is home to Metropark train station, Woodbridge Center mall, large 
corporations and businesses as well as bustling downtowns. It is also a 
thriving arts community, with the Barron Arts Center and the Avenel 
Performing Arts Center, among others. Its diverse population and 
distinct features make Woodbridge a unique and flourishing town.
  In its 350th year, the township is governed by Mayor John McCormac, 
Council President Cory Spillar and council members Kyle Anderson, Howie 
Bauer, Lizbeth DeJesus, Nancy Drumm, Gregg M. Ficarra, Debbie Meehan, 
Virbhadra N. Patel and Brian Small.
  Madam Speaker, I sincerely hope that my colleagues will join me in 
marking the 350th anniversary of Woodbridge Township and celebrating 
its rich history.

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