[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 144 (Tuesday, September 10, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1116]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              NIPSCO LUMINARY AWARDS ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 10, 2019

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, it is with great respect and admiration 
that I rise to commend the recipients of this year's NIPSCO Luminary 
Awards. The Luminary Awards were created to honor prominent individuals 
or organizations for their exemplary leadership. This year's honorees 
include Lisa M. Daugherty, NewAllen Alliance, Ivy Tech Valparaiso 
Campus Energy Technology Program, NICHES Land Trust, and Lake Station 
Fire and Rescue. For their outstanding contributions to their 
communities in Northwest Indiana and throughout the state, the honorees 
will be recognized at a ceremony on Thursday, September 12, 2019, at 
NiSource Corporate Headquarters in Merrillville, Indiana.
   Lisa M. Daugherty, president and chief executive officer of Lake 
Area United Way, is this year's recipient of the Community Leadership 
Award. Throughout the years, Lake Area United Way has been a beacon of 
hope for the community of Northwest Indiana. For her remarkable 
dedication to public and social service, Lisa M. Daugherty is worthy of 
the highest praise.
   The recipient of this year's Environmental Stewardship Award is 
NICHES Land Trust. The organization has been protecting, restoring, and 
sustaining West-Central Indiana's ecosystems since 1995. We are truly 
grateful for their conservation efforts throughout many communities in 
Indiana and for providing enjoyment and gratitude of nature for 
generations to come.
   The Education Award will be presented to the Ivy Tech Valparaiso 
Campus Energy Technology Program. Students enrolled in the Energy 
Technology Program learn a variety of important and innovative 
technical skills of the future, including building and maintaining wind 
turbines and designing and installing solar photovoltaic systems. The 
program prepares students to achieve success, and we are truly thankful 
for their great work.
   NewAllen Alliance is this year's recipient of the Economic 
Development Award. The organization works to create community and 
economic development plans that will foster new investment, job 
creation, and improved quality of life throughout the communities of 
East Allen County, Indiana.
   Lake Station Fire and Rescue is the recipient of the Public Safety 
Award. This outstanding organization provides important public safety 
for the community of Lake Station and beyond. For their hard work, 
bravery, and charitable efforts, the firefighters, first responders, 
and volunteers are to be highly commended.
   Madam Speaker, I ask you and my other colleagues to join me in 
commending these remarkable leaders and organizations. For their 
outstanding contributions to many communities throughout Indiana and 
their unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for its 
residents, each recipient is worthy of the honors bestowed upon them.

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