[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 42 (Friday, March 8, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H1050]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           BLOOMINGDALE, GEORGIA, CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
city of Bloomingdale, Georgia, which is soon to celebrate the 50th 
anniversary of its incorporation into Chatham County.
  Bloomingdale was founded in the 1830s as an agricultural community 
situated along the Central Georgia Railway Line with an economy 
dependent on the farming and rail sectors. In 1974, the rural, close-
knit community was incorporated into Chatham County. Now, Bloomingdale 
is home to nearly 2,800 residents.
  As the city has grown, its history has been preserved through sites 
such as Veterans Freedom Park and the Bloomingdale History Museum.
  Locals take pride in the city's festivals and attractions, such as 
the annual Easter egg hunt and fireworks celebration on July Fourth. 
The city's geographical attributes provide ample opportunities to 
engage in popular outdoor activities, including fishing and canoeing.
  Overall, Bloomingdale offers something for everyone, making it an 
excellent location to call home. I am proud to represent the city's 
residents, as well as those in the surrounding communities.

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