[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 4] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page 5188] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]175TH ANNIVERSARY OF HIGHLAND TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN ______ HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER of michigan in the house of representatives Thursday, March 25, 2010 Mr. McCOTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 175th anniversary of Highland Township, Michigan on April 6, 2010. On April 6, 1835, Highland Township held its first township meeting at a schoolhouse on Jesse Tenny's farm. Since its founding, Highland Township has had a diverse history. Highland boasts a once-thriving cider, vinegar, and pickle industry and with the coming of railroads in Michigan, the unique Highland Station. More recently, Highland Township has constructed many resort cottages on area lakes. Also, due to the construction of highway M-59, residential and commercial development has grown in Highland Township. Importantly, the residents of Highland Township have played an instrumental role in promoting and maintaining awareness of ``Highland heritage'' through their work with several historical and conservational groups such as the Highland Township Historical Society, Highland Land Conservancy, and Highland Beautification Committee. Madam Speaker, as Highland Township celebrates its 175th anniversary, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring its residents and thanking them for their contributions to our community and our country. ____________________