MARY L. LANDRIEU
LOUISIANA

May 25, 2001

The Honorable Kerry P. Lauricella
Councilman, City of Harahan
Executive Director/Founder
The National Association of Cities
6226 Jefferson Highway, Suite G
Harahan, Louisiana  70123

Dear Kerry: 

            I am pleased to know that the National Association of Cities, headquartered in Harahan, Louisiana has developed a web site to assist cities across the country with economic and community development issues.

            The National Association of Cities is to be commended on its efforts to provide smaller municipalities with the tools to attract and enhance businesses and to improve the quality of life for the residents. I also recognize that the success of America’s smaller cities is crucial to the country’s overall development. Accordingly, I am pleased to support the National Association of Cities’ endeavors and look forward to hearing from you as your organization grows.

            With kindest regards, I am

                                                                                    Sincerely,

                                                                                    Mary L. Landrieu

                                                                                    United States Senator

MLL:jbl

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