[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 163 (Wednesday, October 16, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1287]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GREENING OF DETROIT

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 16, 2019

  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Greening of 
Detroit, an organization dedicated to creating a greener and more 
sustainable Detroit.
   Greening of Detroit was founded in 1989 with the primary goal of 
restoring Detroit's once lush tree-lined neighborhoods and parks. Since 
then, the organization's mission has expanded to include working toward 
green infrastructure, protecting our natural resources, and 
environmental sustainability. These efforts have not only concentrated 
on the City's environmental needs, but also on created ``green jobs'' 
by recruiting and training local individuals in urban forestry and 
landscaping. Greening of Detroit has continued to foster passion about 
creating a sustainable future for Detroit through its youth education 
and summer jobs programs. In short, Greening of Detroit is an 
organization that has adapted to the needs of the community it serves 
and has grown remarkably as one of Detroit's premier environmental 
stewards.
   I therefore ask you to please join me in tribute to Greening of 
Detroit as they celebrate thirty years of service.

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