[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18060]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTRAL FAIRFAX CHAMBER OF 
                                COMMERCE

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                           HON. TOM M. DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 8, 2008

  Mr. DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce as it celebrates its 50th 
anniversary.
  Since its inception in 1958 as the Court House Square Businessmen's 
Association, the chamber has grown from 27 members to over 900. Despite 
its tremendous growth, the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce has 
continued to focus on the prosperity of small businesses, community 
involvement and being a liaison between business and government 
throughout the Fairfax region.
  The Fairfax Boulevard Partnership, sponsored by the Central Fairfax 
Chamber of Commerce, is a perfect example of the organization's foci. 
The plan for this partnership is to stimulate new energy and 
development along the Fairfax Boulevard and Lee Highway (Rtes. 50/29) 
business corridor. Ultimately, this would increase economic viability, 
create an identity for the corridor, improve the aesthetic environment 
and foster business development. Vitalization of this area will turn 
``commuters into consumers'', enticing those passing through to see the 
area not only as their route home but as an economic center.
  The Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce also takes an active role in 
enhancing the surrounding community through local events. The chamber 
sponsors events such as: The Margaret Kilpatrick Adams Scholarship 
Program, Cox's Movies under the Moon, George Mason University Halloween 
Child Safety Program and Robinson Secondary School DECA Intern Day. 
Their level of community involvement not only makes them a leader in 
local business but a leader in their community as well.
  According to the Washington Business Journal, the Central Fairfax 
Chamber of Commerce is among the top 10 chambers in the country. The 
chamber facilitates a bond between local business leaders and State and 
local officials. This creates unique opportunities to interact while 
invigorating the economy of Fairfax.
  Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to congratulate the Central 
Fairfax Chamber of Commerce on 50 years of success. They have become a 
strong organization committed to serving the interests of their members 
and their communities. I call upon my colleagues to join me in 
applauding the chamber members' past accomplishments and in wishing 
them the best of luck in the many years to come.

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