[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 33 (Thursday, February 26, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Page S1156]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO DAVID MORTON

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today I congratulate David Morton 
on his retirement after 26 years of service with the Housing Authority 
of the City of Reno. It gives me great pleasure to recognize the years 
of hard work and dedication he has committed to the City of Reno and 
the Silver State.
  Mr. Morton earned his bachelor of arts from Auburn University in 
Alabama and then went on to complete his graduate studies in history 
and political science at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. Upon 
completion of his studies, Mr. Morton began his career as a community 
organization officer at the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency 
in Nashville. After 20 years of working for two successful housing 
agencies in Nashville and Dallas, TX, Mr. Morton moved to the city of 
Reno to utilize his experience in a new location, benefitting the great 
State of Nevada. His work within the community shines as an outstanding 
example of true commitment to bettering the State.
  During his tenure, Mr. Morton also served as president of the Public 
Housing Authorities Directors Association, secretary and treasurer of 
the board of directors of the Housing Authorities Risk Retention Pool, 
trustee of the Legislative Committee for the Public Housing Authorities 
Directors Association, and member of the Housing Committee for the 
National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials. His work 
throughout these many organizations demonstrates his dedication to 
honorably representing Nevada on a larger scale. He currently serves as 
president of the Washoe Affordable Housing Corporation, which 
administers project-based contracts with the Department of Housing and 
Urban Development for the State of Nevada. Although he is retiring, his 
legacy within these organizations will continue for years to come.
  The Reno community has greatly benefitted from the hard work of Mr. 
Morton. He exemplifies the highest standards of leadership and 
community service and should be proud of his long and meaningful 
career. Today, I ask that all of my colleagues join me in 
congratulating David Morton on his retirement, and I offer my deepest 
appreciation for all that he has done to make Nevada an even better 
place. I offer my best wishes for many successful and fulfilling years 
to come.

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