[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 110 (Friday, July 30, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1695]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      COLORADO BLUESKY ENTERPRISES IS COMMITTED TO HELPING OTHERS

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 29, 1999

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize the innovation and dedication of Colorado Bluesky 
Enterprises, Inc., of Pueblo, Colorado. The services which this 
institution provides for the developmentally disabled citizens of 
Pueblo and Pueblo County are both noble and commendable.
  Formerly known as Pueblo County Board for Development Disabilities, 
Inc., Colorado Bluesky Enterprises was established in March of 1964. As 
one of 20 Community Centered Boards which contracts with the state of 
Colorado, Colorado Bluesky provides services for people with 
developmental disabilities. CBE first began its work in an old former 
school building with only 12 students, CBE has grown to serve several 
thousand people. Currently, CBE dedicates time to working with the 750 
citizens with developmental disabilities.
  CBE provides numerous services and opportunities for the individuals 
whom rely on its benefits. Through an array of day programs for people 
of all ages, job training, community participation, and OBRA day 
services for individuals in nursing homes, CBE strives to make a better 
life for the people of Pueblo.
  Colorado Bluesky Enterprises provides personal care alternatives such 
as host home services, staffed personal care alternatives, and drop in 
supports. CBE also works to ensure affordable housing for families with 
low incomes.
  I am grateful for the dedication and courageous efforts of Colorado 
Bluesky Enterprises, and I would like to congratulate them on 35 years 
of commitment to helping others. On behalf of all of those it has 
served, I would like to thank CBE and offer recognition of their 
dedication to the Pueblo community.

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