[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 99 (Thursday, July 11, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1045]
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  RECOGNIZING THE TACOMA HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE 
        HILLSIDE TERRACE COMMUNITY IN TACOMA'S HILLTOP COMMUNITY

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                           HON. DEREK KILMER

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 11, 2013

  Mr. KILMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Tacoma 
Housing Authority for breaking ground on the redevelopment of Hillside 
Terrace in the Hilltop community. This development will provide 
comfortable, affordable, and environmentally sound units for families 
in need.
  The Tacoma Housing Authority was formed in 1940 in response to the 
growing need for safe, affordable housing for low-income families in 
Tacoma. Since then, Tacoma Housing Authority has grown to become the 
city's largest landlord. They currently serve thousands of families 
across Tacoma.
   Phase I of the redevelopment project will take place at the 2500 
block of Hillside Terrace. This phase will include a mid-rise building 
with 54 units, five townhouse style buildings with 16 units, and a 
large community education facility.
   Mr. Speaker, The Tacoma Housing Authority has been a national leader 
in the redevelopment of public housing. In the first part of the 
twenty-first century, Tacoma Housing Authority gained public attention 
for the redevelopment of Salishan. Salishan, originally built during 
World War II, fell into disrepair. Through a multi-phase project, 
Tacoma Housing Authority rebuilt the entire neighborhood, creating 
safer, more livable homes for the close, multi-cultural community on 
the city's east side.
   Now, Tacoma Housing Authority is engaging in a similar project with 
Hillside Terrace. Residents will be able to enjoy a sense of community 
that comes with new, safe homes and a brand new community center.
   As I close, Mr. Speaker, I can say with confidence that Hillside 
Terrace will add to the rich diversity of the Hilltop neighborhood, and 
will continue Tacoma Housing Authority's strong tradition of providing 
high-quality affordable housing in the City of Destiny.

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