Political Quotes

“I would join Senator Mack in commending the city of Gainesville for its diligence in funding a solution to this complex problem. The project should be considered for Federal funding because of the complexity of the problem, the difficult web of jurisdictions, and the large potential impact to the State's primary drinking water supply. I would simply add, Mr. President, that the city of Gainesville has a history of using local resources to solve local problems. In this case the city has already financed the development of this plan and would be further committed to a financial partnership on the solution. I believe such an arrangement is critical to the success of the plan and, again, I commend the city of Gainesville for its strong commitment to this most important project. I express my strong support for the efforts of the city of Gainesville and look forward to working with my colleagues on the subcommittee to secure the necessary funding in the fiscal year 1997 legislation.”