[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 151 (Thursday, September 19, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1182]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING DOWNTOWN FLORIST FOR FIFTEEN YEARS OF BUSINESS IN MASSENA, NY

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 19, 2019

  Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Downtown 
Florist on their 15th anniversary serving the Town of Massena.
  Downtown Florist was founded in 2005 by Patty and Kenny Wells. With 
their vision, they transformed a long-vacant gas station into a 
community staple. Small businesses like Downtown Florist are the 
backbone of the North Country's economy. They generate the majority of 
employment and job creation, while driving investment in our local 
communities. However, most small businesses do not make it longer than 
five years. For that reason, the 15th anniversary of a business is an 
achievement worth celebrating.
  On behalf of New York's 21st Congressional District, I want to 
congratulate Patty and Kenny Wells for reaching this impressive 
milestone. They are a great example of the entrepreneurial spirit that 
defines New York's 21st district. I look forward to their continued 
success.

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