It was a great honor for DCUSA to recognize all of those who sacrificed and took part in the construction of DCUSA.  Development Corp. of Col. Hts. President Bob Moore, CM Graham and Mayor Williams recalled what the neighborhood was like and how far it has come in 12 years. Mayor Fenty has continued the investment with the installation of the Col. Hts. Plaza, and he is ensuring that the neighborhood continues to move forward. And Ron Gray from Samuel Kelsey was on hand to celebrate.

"What would Columbia Heights be, and how would we be remembered, if we had not made it possible for our seniors like those at Samuel Kelsey, who lived through the bad, to be able to enjoy this revitalization," Council Member Graham said.

Graham continued, "There is an old Chinese proverb.  Failure is an orphan and Success has many parents."

Congratulations Ward 1, Col Hts residents, DCCH, CM Graham, Mayors Williams and Fenty, Shelore Williams, for raising success.