[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12259]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING TIMOTHY J. DeWITT

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                       HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 12, 2009

  Mr. McCOTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and acknowledge 
Timothy J. DeWitt, upon his induction into the Recreational Vehicle and 
Manufactured Homes Hall of Fame.
  As the Executive Director of the Michigan Manufactured Housing 
Association for over thirty years, Timothy has worked tirelessly to 
educate consumers, the government, and the media about the quality, 
affordability, and innovative design aspects of mobile homes. A 
significant leader in both the Housing and RV industries, he has 
received much acclaim for his direct involvement in their growth and 
expansion, including receipt of the Stiner Award for Executive of the 
Year and the MSAE Key Award.
  Mr. DeWitt began his career in 1977 as the Housing Director for MMH 
as well as for the Recreational Vehicle Campground Association. His 
hard work, commitment to the industry, and dynamic leadership advanced 
him to the role of Executive Director in 1984. He is currently a key 
member of the Michigan Bureau of Construction Codes, the Michigan State 
Advisory Council, and the RV Committee on Excellence. The Recreational 
Vehicle and Manufactured Home Hall of Fame was founded in 1977, and 
honors Timothy this year for his outstanding contributions as an 
exceptional spokesperson for the industries.
  In addition to his professional accomplishments, Timothy DeWitt is an 
active volunteer and proud leader in his community. He is coaching 
Varsity Soccer at St. Michael School for the twelfth season, and is 
also responsible for establishing the Harvest Foundation, a non-profit 
organization geared at educating and providing scholarships for 
students who are interested in pursuing careers in the recreational 
vehicle and campground industries.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in extending sincere 
congratulations to this year's Recreational Vehicle and Manufactured 
Homes Hall of Fame Honoree, Timothy J. DeWitt, for his dedication to 
professional excellence and passionate loyalty to our community and 
country.

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