[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 145 (Friday, September 8, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E819]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PALOS VERDES PENINSULA

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                             HON. TED LIEU

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 8, 2023

  Mr. LIEU. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 100th 
anniversary of the unofficial formation of the Palos Verdes Peninsula 
community. One hundred years ago, a small real estate rally took place 
that is credited with the inception of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. 
Today, the Palos Verdes Peninsula is comprised of 4 beautiful cities. 
The first city to be incorporated on the peninsula was Palos Verdes 
Estates in 1939, followed by Rolling Hills and Rolling Hills Estates in 
1957, and most recently Rancho Palos Verdes in 1973.
  On June 17, 1923, real estate developers hosted a rally to encourage 
individuals to buy property on the peninsula. This event invited people 
to hear about the development plan for the Peninsula and led to one of 
Nation's first planned communities. The original site of the rally is 
where the offices of the Palos Verdes Unified District now stands. What 
was once empty land with rolling hills and scenic views has transformed 
into a beautiful community with an amazing school district, businesses, 
and homes. Today, the Peninsula is home to roughly 80,000 residents--
all of whom are my constituents.
  The illustrious history of the Palos Verdes Peninsula was celebrated 
on June 17, 2023, with Doors Open Peninsula 2023: Celebrating 100 Years 
of History on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Community leaders, residents, 
elected officials, and business owners worked in conjunction to honor 
the Peninsula's history. On behalf of the residents of California's 
36th Congressional District, I would like to congratulate the Palos 
Verdes Peninsula community on their 100-year anniversary and wish the 
cities a prosperous future.