[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 2349]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         GAYLORD ENTERTAINMENT

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 24, 2004

  Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Gaylord 
Entertainment on their successful completion of the marvelous new 
Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center on Lake Grapevine ideally 
located in Grapevine, TX. The Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention 
Center will be tremendous venue for performances by local and national 
entertainers.
  The Gaylord Texan will bring more economic stability to an already 
growing local economy with its creation of 1,300 new jobs and an 
estimated $23 million in spending annually. The Gaylord Texan team has 
certainly set high standards for which other businesses will aspire.
  Gaylord Entertainment has paired up with the city of Grapevine's 
Convention and Visitors Bureau and other local businesses to ensure a 
better quality of life for area residents, and a memorable visit for 
all those who pass through the front door. Whether it is to enjoy the 
scenic view of Lake Grapevine, an evening of dining and entertainment 
or to attend a business seminar, the Gaylord Texan is sure to meet the 
needs of its visitors.
  For many years to come, the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention 
Center will receive the international spotlight for its state of the 
art entertainment facilities, 1,511 guest rooms, relaxing atmosphere, 
beautiful scenery, and a wide variety of activities to choose from.
  We congratulate the efforts made by Gaylord Entertainment for the 
creation of this spectacular new facility. Best wishes to all who are 
involved and best of luck in future endeavors. In addition, we add our 
congratulations on having March 2, 2004, Texas Independence Day also 
named ``Gaylord Appreciation Day'' in Texas.

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