[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 14041]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  A TRIBUTE TO THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WEST MIDLAND FAMILY CENTER

                                 ______
                                 

                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 31, 2014

  Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the West 
Midland Family Center in commemoration of the organization's 40th 
anniversary.
  The West Midland Family Center (WMFC) first opened its doors in 1974. 
Originally an abandoned school, in 1931, WMFC founder Phyllis Breedlove 
and several other dedicated community members began the transformation 
of what was to become a thriving community center. Founders had a 
vision for the community of Midland and its families where local 
citizens both young and old could come to learn, socialize, and 
participate in recreational activities.
  It is this vision that has helped the West Midland Family Center 
continued to grow and expand throughout the years. By the generosity of 
multiple donors and foundations, the WMFC has added a 20,500 square 
foot building for classrooms, an outdoor pool, a playground, baseball 
diamonds, and a soccer field. These facilities have enriched the lives 
of thousands of children, adults, and families throughout the area. 
After the completion of its most recent expansion project, the WMFC now 
offers licensed childcare, family support, and afterschool programs. It 
is because of the guidance and support of countless volunteers and 
generous individuals that the Center continues to fulfill its mission 
today.
  On behalf of the Fourth Congressional District of Michigan, it is 
with great honor that I commemorate this 40th anniversary of the West 
Midland Family Center and congratulate the organization for its many 
years of success within Midland County. I offer my deepest appreciation 
to the organization for all it has done and wish it continued success 
in the future.

                          ____________________