[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 23 (Tuesday, February 9, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E146]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING LISC JACKSONVILLE FOR 15 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE LOCAL 
                               COMMUNITY

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                          HON. ANDER CRENSHAW

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 9, 2016

  Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the work of Local 
Initiatives Support Corporation Jacksonville for its outstanding 
service to the Northeast Florida community through its transformative 
efforts to empower citizens and to build up the neediest neighborhoods.
   Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is a nationally known 
nonprofit that works with local leaders to invest in housing, health, 
education, public safety, and employment. This year marks the 15 year 
anniversary for its involvement in the Jacksonville community. Over the 
last 15 years LISC Jacksonville has leveraged almost a quarter of a 
billion dollars to create affordable housing and community development 
all while fostering financial stability within the Jacksonville 
community.
   LISC Jacksonville's invaluable efforts within our local community 
from supporters across the country have turned out $62.6 million in 
grants and loans, $220.7 million in leveraged investments, and $20 
million for the Jacksonville property tax rolls from new homes 
developed within our community.
   Much more than large dollar amounts, multiple areas in Jacksonville 
are building up an infrastructure able to sustain and promote community 
development. Approximately 295 homes and 1,509 apartment units were 
built and 3,100 jobs were created. Tax credits helped to finance the 
first KIPP charter school of Florida, investments were made in the 
EverBank Stadium neighborhood, and a business incubator was established 
with the Beaver Street Enterprise Community.
   Representing Northeast Florida, I have the privilege of interacting 
with and supporting the work of outstanding nonprofits such as LISC 
Jacksonville and its dedicated workers. The remarkable transformation 
of our community is proof that no neighborhood is outside the 
possibility of revitalization and redevelopment. I am proud that these 
devoted constituents call Jacksonville their home and I believe every 
community can experience similar success.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask you and Members of Congress to join me in 
recognizing LISC Jacksonville for its belief in holistic change, and 
its long-term commitment that will continue to create a flourishing 
community for so many people who call Jacksonville home.

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