HONORING THE YOLO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY

On 2025-12-19, Representative Mike Thompson (D-CA-4) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE YOLO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY" in the House. The speech addressed immigration and also covered taxes, the environment.

HONORING THE YOLO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 215 (Friday, December 19, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 215 (Friday, December 19, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1239] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE YOLO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY ______ HON. MIKE THOMPSON of california in the house of representatives Friday, December 19, 2025 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Yolo County Housing Authority, as the organization celebrates 75 years of dedicated service, delivering safe, affordable housing to our community members. Yolo County Housing was established in 1950 to provide decent and safe rental housing for low-income families, seniors, disabled persons, and migrant agricultural workers throughout our Yolo County. The organization opened its first public housing developments in 1951: Yolano Village in Woodland with 60 units, and El Rio Villa I in Winters with 30 units. Throughout the decades, the organization has expanded with new facilities throughout our Yolo County, including facilities in Esparto, the Riverbend development, multiple El Rio Villa additions, and the acquisition of Las Casitas. The establishment of New Hope Community Development Corporation in 1999 enabled the completion of pioneering community projects serving hundreds more residents. Yolo County Housing's commitment to our community is clear from the scope of their programs. Funded through the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development and the California Department of Housing and Community Development Office of Migrant Services, the organization administers 431 public housing units, serving approximately 920 residents throughout our region. Yolo County Housing also manages 2,005 housing vouchers that serve around 3,000 residents, including specialized vouchers for veterans, disabled persons, and those in need of emergency housing. The organization provides seasonal housing at three migrant centers, supporting more than 830 agricultural workers and their families annually. The organization has rightfully been recognized for its service to vulnerable members of our community. Through strong partnerships with nonprofits, service agencies, and local governments, Yolo County Housing helps provide our residents with stability, opportunity, and support. In addition to its core programs, the organization oversees community-based properties that house more than 450 individuals. Its supporting organization, New Hope Community Development Corporation, expands this work by developing low-income housing and offering social, educational, and enrichment programs for youth and seniors living in public housing communities across our Yolo County. Mr. Speaker, we thank Yolo County Housing for their 75 years of leadership in affordable housing and our community's development. Therefore, it is fitting and proper that we honor them here today for their contributions to our district. ____________________