[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22685]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




     TRIBUTE TO THE MARLBOROUGH REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (MRCC)

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                         HON. JAMES P McGOVERN

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 24, 2009

  Mr. McGOVERN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the 
Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce, MRCC, for their devotion to 
their community for 85 years. The MRCC is a not-for-profit organization 
that provides resources for businesses to help them develop and grow. 
Their continuing efforts have helped make Marlborough a better place to 
live, work and raise a family.
  The MRCC has continued to reach their goal of creating a better 
community with their strong leadership and dedication to the town. 
Throughout the years, the MRCC has presented gifts for the town, 
awarded scholarships for graduating high school seniors, and 
participated vigorously in public discussions about improvements to the 
city. Their successful events, such as the Heritage Festival and The 
Annual Steak and Lobster Cookout, have brought the community together. 
They bring great pride and joy to the town and get people involved.
  The Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 
founding at an event being held September 25, 2009. The theme of the 
event is based on Marlborough's history in the shoe industry. 
Throughout the night, videos, vintage pictures and newspapers will be 
on display. Also during the event, several local businesses will be 
acknowledged for their support since the 1920s.
  Madam Speaker, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in 
congratulating the Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce for 85 
years of service, and to wish them continued success.

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