[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 17 (Monday, January 27, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E83]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           JACK'S & STEAMERS

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 27, 2020

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jack's & 
Steamers for receiving the 2019 Business of the Year Award from the 
Arvada Chamber of Commerce.
   Jack's & Steamers owners--Jack and Athan Miller and Scott Parker--
not only run a successfully and lively restaurant and coffee shop in 
Arvada, they also give individuals with developmental disabilities the 
opportunity to have meaningful employment. Adults with developmental 
disabilities can gain hands-on experience and training in their prep 
kitchen and elsewhere in the restaurant.
   From their humble beginnings of two employees to their current 
payroll of over 120 employees, they continue to grow their mission by 
offering meaningful employment and expanding their business portfolio. 
One of their new business offerings includes A Different Kind of Jam, 
their own line of gourmet specialty jams, jellies and pie fillings 
using only the freshest natural ingredients.
   Jack's & Steamers continues to prove it's possible to run an 
enterprising and sustainable business while also focusing on employing 
adults with development disabilities. Congratulations on the 
recognition from the Arvada Chamber, and I extend my deepest 
appreciation for their contribution to our community.

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