[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 63 (Monday, April 17, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E311]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING RED LODGE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 
      SHERRY WEAMER FOR HER DEDICATION TO THE RED LODGE COMMUNITY

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                     HON. MATTHEW M. ROSENDALE, SR.

                               of montana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 17, 2023

  Mr. ROSENDALE. Mr. Speaker, in June 2022, massive floods washed over 
southern Montana, temporarily displacing thousands of residents in the 
town of Red Lodge and the surrounding community. The devastation was 
immense and left many families concerned about the future of their 
community.
  But while natural disasters have ravaged Red Lodge and the wider 
Carbon County area, the people are infinitely stronger than the 
struggles they face.
  On March 21, 2023, citizens of Red Lodge gathered for what was 
supposed to be a birthday celebration. Instead, attendees surprised Red 
Lodge Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sherry Weamer with a 
standing ovation and thanked her for leading the town's businesses 
during this challenging time.
  Red Lodge lies at the northern entrance of Yellowstone National Park, 
and the town's economy relies heavily on tourist traffic. The extensive 
flooding and subsequent closure of the park's entrance have left the 
economy reeling as business leaders struggle to secure new customers. 
But thanks to Sherry Weamer's dedicated leadership, the town has 
persevered.
  Sherry led the Red Lodge Chamber of Commerce during one of the most 
difficult periods of the area's history. Her tireless work and 
unwavering dedication have helped rejuvenate the town's businesses and 
preserved its spirit.
  Sherry stood firm through all these challenges and helped her 
neighbors find their footing. It's safe to say that nothing, not even a 
500-year flood event, can stop Sherry Weamer. On behalf of all 
Montanans, I want to thank Sherry for her ceaseless work rebuilding the 
community, and it is my privilege to recognize her in the U.S. House of 
Representatives.

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