[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 12]
[Senate]
[Page 16756]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



            TRIBUTE TO THE MOUNT WASHINGTON HOTEL AND RESORT

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to 
honor the Mount Washington Hotel and Resort for their designation as 
one of the Businesses of the Decade by Business New Hampshire Magazine.
  For the past ten years, under the direction of partners Joel and 
Cathy Bedard, the Mount Washington Hotel and Resort has become a 
cornerstone of the White Mountain Community, providing not only a place 
for the people of New Hampshire to rest and relax, but giving back to 
the surrounding community as well.
  The Mount Washington Hotel and Resort had not been locally owned 
until 1991, after several failed business ventures attempted to 
capitalize on the property. The hard work and dedication of each 
individual who worked on renovating and revitalizing the hotel is truly 
commendable. As a result, the Mount Washington Hotel and Resort was 
saved from demolition and currently thrives as one of New Hampshire's 
greatest treasures.
  The Mount Washington Hotel and Resort is the largest employer in the 
local economy, providing 450 jobs in the summer months and 550 
throughout the winter season. They are also an active member of their 
community, lending their support to programs such as New Hampshire 
Public Television, the Littleton Regional Hospital Auxiliary and other 
worthy programs and causes.
  The Mount Washington Hotel and Resort is a true friend to the people 
of New Hampshire. Their efforts over the past ten years are truly 
commendable, and it is an honor to represent them in the United States 
Senate.

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