[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 144 (Thursday, September 11, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1769]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   CONGRATULATING THE MICHIGAN COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND, FLINT OFFICE

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 11, 2008

  Mr. KILDEE. Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Representatives to join 
me in congratulating the Michigan Commission for the Blind, Flint 
Office for celebrating 30 years of service to the blind and visually 
impaired. The office will gather to commemorate this anniversary at a 
party on October 30th in my hometown of Flint, Michigan.
  The Michigan Commission for the Blind was created by Public Act 260 
of 1978. The Commission operates its central office in Lansing, 8 field 
offices and a training center in Kalamazoo. As one of the field 
offices, the Flint Office provides service to clients throughout the 
Flint and Thumb areas of Michigan.
  In carrying out their mission, the Michigan Commission for the Blind 
provides in-home services, mini-adjustment seminars, business services 
for employers, a vocational rehabilitation program, independent living 
for seniors over the age of 55, deafblind services, youth services and 
the business enterprise program. Their motto is ``Changing Lives, 
Changing Attitudes'' and their goals are for the blind and visually 
impaired to lead productive, independent lives as well as educating the 
general population about the capabilities of the blind.
  The Flint Office plays an integral part in providing service and 
education to the community. For the past 30 years the 7 person staff 
has been committed to promoting the welfare and ability of the visually 
impaired so they can live and function in our society and in the 
workplace.
  Madam Speaker, I am glad to have the opportunity to congratulate the 
employees, volunteers and clients of the Michigan Commission for the 
Blind, Flint Office as they celebrate 30 years of assistance to the 
blind and visually impaired of mid-Michigan. May they continue their 
service for many, many years to come.

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