[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 27 (Thursday, February 13, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E232]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO POSADA AGENCY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 12, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize the Posada Agency of Pueblo, Colorado for their outstanding 
commitment to Southern Colorado's homeless citizens. Recently, the 
Posada Agency held an open house celebrating the opening of the newly 
remodeled Elko Motel. The Posada Agency renovated the building to 
provide a safe living area for Pueblo's homeless families. Today I 
would like to pay tribute to their service before this body of Congress 
and this nation. -
  The Posada Agency for the homeless is a non-profit organization that 
provides for the immediate needs of the homeless while simultaneously 
working to overcome the problems that have led to their homelessness. 
The agency incorporates the services of many philanthropic groups, 
government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to provide the 
resources necessary for the fight against homelessness. Through their 
transitional housing and employment assistance programs, Posada has 
been able to serve over 37,000 homeless in Southern Colorado.
  The Elko Motel was purchased by the Posada Agency two years ago with 
financial contributions from the El Pomar foundation and the David and 
Lucile Packard Foundation. Since then, the Posada Agency has been 
completely renovated. Today, the hotel has new plumbing, wiring, and 
carpeting, providing a structured and safe environment for Pueblo's 
homeless families.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with earnest respect that I recognize the Posada 
Agency for the homeless before this body of Congress and this nation. I 
would like to commend all the men and women of the agency for their 
tireless commitment to such a noble endeavor. Through their dedication 
and goodwill, the Posada Agency has been able to help countless numbers 
of homeless get back on their feet, and it is an honor to represent 
such an outstanding group of Americans in this Congress.

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