[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 184 (Wednesday, October 20, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1117]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CONGRATULATING MOUNT CARROLL'S ARBOR DAY PALOOZA FOR RECEIVING THE 2020 
                   GOVERNOR'S HOMETOWN PROJECT AWARD

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 20, 2021

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Mount Carroll's 
``Arbor Day Palooza'' for its effort to replace trees that were lost to 
bugs, disease and storms. The organization received the 2020 Governor's 
Hometown Project Award for the incredible work it has done for the 
community.
  The idea for ``Arbor Day Palooza'' was born from a desire to retain 
the character of the town, as it has been recognized as a Tree City for 
over 26 years. The city created a Tree Replacement Fund and the 
community bought in with many volunteers and donors coming forward to 
assist. In total, the project received over $13,000 in donations used 
to plant 52 new trees on city property, hold an Arbor Day tree planting 
ceremony in the new Stone House Memorial Park and host a tour of the 
Stone House site.
  It is because of events like ``Arbor Day Palooza'' and their 
organizers that make me proud to represent Illinois' 17th Congressional 
District. Madam Speaker, I would like to again formally honor ``Arbor 
Day Palooza'' for being awarded the 2020 Governor's Hometown Project 
Award for their efforts in the community.

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