[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 139 (Thursday, October 14, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2108]
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                      TRIBUTE TO THE ARC-SOUTH BAY

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                       HON. STEVEN T. KUYKENDALL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 14, 1999

  Mr. KUYKENDALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a very special 
organization in my district, The ARC-South Bay. For forty years, the 
staff and volunteers of The ARC-South Bay have provided an invaluable 
service to the developmentally disabled.
  The Southwest Association for Retarded Children (SWARC), now known as 
The ARC-South Bay, was founded on November 3, 1959. One of the 
organization's original purposes was to provide a wide variety of 
recreational and social programs for mentally retarded youngsters and 
adults in the South Bay area.
  The mission of The ARC-South Bay has continued to broaden throughout 
the years. The organization now provides support to the families of 
individuals with mental retardation. They also set out to facilitate 
equal access to society for individuals with mental retardation.
  The ARC-South Bay is a pioneer organization within the 
developmentally disabled community. They strive to enhance 
opportunities for growth and independence.
  I commend the staff and volunteers of The ARC-South Bay for their 
efforts in improving the quality of life for individuals with mental 
retardation. Congratulations on this milestone, and I wish you 
continued success. The South Bay is grateful for your services.

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