[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 2]
[Senate]
[Page 2287]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CITY OF LARKSPUR

 Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I take this opportunity to 
recognize the 100th anniversary of the city of Larkspur, located in 
Marin County, CA.
  The city of Larkspur was incorporated into the State of California on 
March 1, 1908. This year, we celebrate its centennial anniversary. With 
a downtown that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, 
the architecture that defines the city of Larkspur has fascinated and 
charmed visitors for decades. Its historical structures and natural 
surroundings provide residents and visitors alike a glimpse of 
California the way it was at the start of the 20th century.
  The city is divided into two distinct areas, with its historic 
downtown area to the west of Highway 101 and Larkspur Landing, an 
outdoor shopping area with sublime bay views, to the east of Highway 
101. Just across the street from Larkspur Landing, travelers can catch 
the Larkspur Ferry to the San Francisco Ferry Building, a ride that 
offers spectacular views of Mount Tamalpais, Angel Island, and the 
Golden Gate Bridge. This outstanding natural scenery in the midst of 
such a finely preserved historical setting makes the slogan ``Meet me 
in Larkspur'' a common phrase amongst residents and visitors alike.
  From the preservation of historic Magnolia Avenue to the conservation 
of the celebrated Blue Rock Inn, the city of Larkspur offers visitors a 
vibrant look at smalltown California as it was in the early 1900s. For 
100 years, the city of Larkspur has not only served as a recreational 
escape and historical wonderland for those visiting the city but a 
place to call home for its more than 11,000 residents. I commend the 
city of Larkspur for maintaining the natural beauty and historical 
significance that defines this fine city.
  The city of Larkspur's vision and commitment to protecting its small 
piece of California history should be commended. I congratulate the 
city of Larkspur for its hard work on this special occasion, and I look 
forward to future generations having the opportunity to visit and enjoy 
this unique city.

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