[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 159 (Friday, October 4, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1246-E1247]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE TOWN OF LEWIS ON THE DEDICATION OF THEIR NEW VETERANS PARK

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 4, 2019

  Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Town of Lewis, 
the Veterans Park Committee, American Legion Post

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1319 and the many volunteers who coordinated to make this new veteran's 
park a reality.
  The park was proposed in 2014 and since then, many groups have come 
together to help accomplish this project. The American Legion Post 1319 
helped compile the list of veterans from Lewis that participated in 
each war that the United States has been involved in since the 
Revolution. Those names were then etched into brass plaques that will 
be the focal point of the park. The entire community came together to 
assist with the construction, fundraising and planning, with local 
businesses also contributing to the effort.
  This is a perfect example of the community spirit that makes the 
North Country so special. On behalf of New York's 21st Congressional 
District, I want to thank all those who contributed to this amazing 
effort to honor our veterans. I look forward to this park being a place 
where future generations can come and reflect on the service and 
sacrifice that has kept our nation safe.

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