[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 20608]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF DENNIS MORTON

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 15, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Dennis Morton, committed public servant, Vietnam War Veteran, and 
friend and mentor to many, upon the occasion of his retirement, 
following 32 years of dedicated service within the U.S. Department of 
Housing and Urban Development. Mr. Morton's tenure at HUD reflects 
vision, ingenuity, endless energy and strong leadership, all focused on 
ensuring the availability of quality housing for the most vulnerable 
individuals of our society--our struggling and our poor.
  Mr. Morton's service at HUD began in 1977, when he was hired as a 
Realty Specialist in the Housing Management Division. Mr. Morton 
concentrated his efforts on all phases of acquisition, purchase and 
restoration of multifamily properties. As they have for decades, these 
properties exist as a basic yet vital need for thousands of residents 
in Cleveland and beyond--a dignified and safe place to call home.
  Even though HUD has reorganized several times since its inception, 
Mr. Morton's unwavering focus on transforming bankrupt multifamily 
properties into vibrant structures, has provided quality housing for 
thousands of citizens of all ages, from young families to the elderly. 
From Realty Specialist, to Public Trust Officer, to Director of the 
Federal Housing Authority Multifamily Program Center Office in 
Cleveland, Mr. Morton directed the acquisition and rehabilitation of 
numerous public and senior housing units, including Longwood 
Apartments, Reserve Square and the award-winning Arbor Park Village.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Dennis Morton, whose dedicated work as a HUD administrator has 
provided a safe home for the most vulnerable residents of our 
community. Mr. Morton's legacy at HUD will continue to serve as a 
brilliant example for all those who will follow in his path. His vital 
contribution continues to offer shelter, dignity, and for many, the 
necessary support for their journey toward personal independence.

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