[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 128 (Wednesday, July 21, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E792-E793]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         COMMEMORATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF VERMEER MIDWEST

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                           HON. DARIN LaHOOD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 21, 2021

  Mr. LaHOOD. Madam Speaker, I would like to recognize Junior Kool of 
Eureka, Illinois,

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and Vermeer Midwest for celebrating the 50th anniversary as an 
outstanding company in the central Illinois area.
  Vermeer Midwest first opened its doors in 1971. Founder Junior Kool, 
raised with hardworking American values, successfully expanded his 
business across four states with ten distinct locations. Providing 
excellent service and ample charitable donations of money, time, and 
people, Junior's legacy will have a lasting impact on the area.
  Vermeer Midwest is known throughout Central Illinois not only for 
their quality underground and environmental equipment but also for the 
lasting relationships they develop with their customers. Junior and his 
wife Beverly are fondly recognized for their pure commitment to 
customer service and seeing their consumers through to success. Never 
are they hesitant to complete the job or get their boots dirty, and as 
their motto says, ``It's simply how business is done.''
  The Greater Peoria area has benefited from Vermeer Midwest's goodwill 
and generosity since they first opened. I extend my sincere 
congratulations to Vermeer Midwest, Junior Kool, and all of the hard-
working staff for a successful fifty years. I wish their family and 
company a successful future.

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