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         RECOGNIZING ST. MARY'S ROTARY CLUB'S 75TH ANNIVERSARY

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the 75th anniversary of St. Mary's Rotary Club, a cornerstone of 
service in our community since 1950.
  For 75 years, the St. Mary's Rotary Club has exemplified the Rotary 
motto

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of Service Above Self through countless projects supporting local 
schools, awarding scholarships, and promoting youth leadership.
  Their commitment to bettering our community is unwavering, and to 
mark this milestone, the club has launched a project to construct new, 
modern facilities at Shawmut Park.
  With the growing popularity of Fall Fest and other local events, the 
current facilities can no longer meet community needs. This upgrade 
will improve accessibility and enhance the park experience for all 
residents. Earlier this year, construction was completed, and new 
facilities were officially opened to the public.
  Volunteer service is the cornerstone of a successful, strong, and 
healthy community, and the St. Mary's Rotary Club fills this vital need 
by supporting our neighbors and friends.
  Mr. Speaker, I commend the St. Mary's Rotary Club for 75 years of 
service, and I thank its members for their continued leadership in 
strengthening our community.

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