[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 138 (Tuesday, August 23, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E873]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF RIVERBANK

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                            HON. JOSH HARDER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 23, 2022

  Mr. HARDER of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
the 100th anniversary of Riverbank, California's incorporation, 
Riverbank is a beautiful town located along the Stanislaus River and in 
the heart of the Central Valley. For a century now, Riverbank has 
continued to grow and thrive by living up to their motto: ``The City of 
Action.''
  Riverbank traces its roots back to a small ferry that, before there 
were roads and bridges in the area, would take people across San 
Joaquin County and into Stanislaus County. The town truly expanded and 
began to take shape thanks to the Santa Fe Railroad, which quickly 
turned Riverbank into a transportation hub.
  Today, Riverbank is a diverse, tight-knit community with a vibrant 
and expansive economy. Like much of the Central Valley, Riverbank has a 
strong history of farming that remains to this day. The town's 
trademark warmth is on constant display at events like the annual 
Riverbank Wine and Cheese Festival, which celebrates the city's diverse 
population and agricultural roots. Riverbank has also seen economic 
growth through a variety of industries. The Riverbank industrial 
complex reflects the broad reach of the town's economy, as it is home 
to over 40 different businesses that specialize in fields ranging from 
security systems and recycling to traditional manufacturing.
  Riverbank's growth and success are the direct products of the hard 
work, dedication, and fearless spirit that reverberate throughout the 
city. Rather than sit and wait idly by, Riverbank has been aggressive 
and seized every opportunity available. I am immensely proud to 
represent this extraordinary town and am certain that its best days 
still lay ahead.

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