[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 156 (Thursday, September 26, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1214]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY SENIOR 
                             CENTER NETWORK

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 26, 2019

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the 50th 
Anniversary of the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network. Through 
its dedicated service and steadfast devotion to its community, the 
Senior Center has become an indispensable part of Michigan's First 
District.
  In 1964, community leaders Vince and Lou Ecarius launched the Adult 
Activity Club, a local group that met in the basement of Munson Medical 
Center. In 1969, the club moved to its current location in Traverse 
City. Following Vince and Lou's retirement in 1978, the City of 
Traverse City took up responsibility for the club and organized it as a 
part of the local government. Thanks to the support of the local 
community and the tireless efforts of their staff and volunteers, the 
Senior Center grew into the local institution it is today. Now 
administered by Grand Traverse County, the Senior Center Network works 
to provide social, wellness, and educational programs in a fun and 
inclusive environment for those in the community over 50. In addition 
to the Traverse City location, the Senior Center Network now includes 
satellite programming in Interlochen, Kingsley, Acme, and Fife Lake. 
From dances and social clubs to computer labs and exercise programs, 
the impact of the center's work on the people of Grand Traverse County 
cannot be overstated. Day after day, the Grand Traverse Senior Center 
Network shows what can be achieved when the people of a community work 
together for the common good.
  Madam Speaker, it's my honor to recognize the Grand Traverse County 
Senior Center Network for fifty years of success and service to 
Northern Michigan. Michiganders can take great pride in knowing the 
First District is home to such dedicated citizens. On behalf of my 
constituents, I wish them all the best in their future endeavors.

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