[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 53 (Thursday, March 23, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E245-E246]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       LEADERSHIP COUNCIL SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS 40TH ANNIVERSARY

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                             HON. MIKE BOST

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 23, 2023

  Mr. BOST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 40th anniversary of 
the Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois.
  The Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois was chartered in 1983 
and now serves over 230 members who are dedicated, community-minded 
leaders in industry, education, the military, and government throughout 
the Metro East region.
  Assisting institutions throughout the counties of Bond, Calhoun, 
Clinton, Jersey, Macoupin, Monroe, St. Clair, and Washington, the 
Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois helps to unify the region for 
growth by promoting general welfare and economic development.
  The Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois' many accomplishments 
include the reaccreditation of the Southwestern Illinois

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Levee System, helping earn three Abilene Trophies for building a strong 
and vibrant community surrounding Scott Air Force Base, catalyzing 
economic growth through a regional development plan, and leading 
numerous important infrastructure projects including major river bridge 
improvements in the last decade.
  Please join me in congratulating the Leadership Council Southwestern 
Illinois on its 40th anniversary and wishing the council continued 
success in strengthening our communities for years to come.

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