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“PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Transportation was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E936 on May 3, 1995.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK
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HON. CARDISS COLLINS
of illinois
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, May 3, 1995
Mrs. COLLINS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I wish to call the attention of our colleagues to the annual commemoration of Public Service Recognition Week and to one activity that has occurred and another that will begin on The Mall here in Washington tomorrow.
For the past 10 years, the President's Council on Management Improvement, and the Public Employees Roundtable, launch activities in more than 1,000 cities which highlight excellence in public service at the Federal, State, and local government levels. The objectives are to inform Americans about the contributions of public employees to the quality of our lives, to encourage excellence in government, and to promote public service careers.
Yesterday, the Public Employees Roundtable held a ceremony here on Capitol Hill, and resented its Breakfast of Champions Award to representatives of exceptional programs at each level of government. Among the winners was the Illinois Department of transportation which was recognized for the innovative Chicago Freeway Traffic and Incident Management Program.
Beginning tomorrow, May 4, and continuing through Sunday, May 7, over two dozen Federal agencies and employee organizations will have exhibits set up in three large tents on The Mall. The public is invited to come out to learn more about the functions and services each provides. Some of our military bands and other groups will provide entertainment for this family oriented event.
Mr. Speaker, Public Service Recognition Week offers all Americans, especially young people, the opportunity to learn more about the government and the rewarding careers available. It also provides the opportunity to thank those who serve us daily for their efforts. I believe that our public service should be valued and respected, and the activities occurring this week make crystal clear why.
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