[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 78 (Thursday, May 27, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1134]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN RECOGNITION OF JOSEPH POSEDEL

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 27, 1999

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased today to 
recognize Joseph F. Posedel who is retiring as Business Manager of 
Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 343 under the United Association of 
Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry.
  In his 36 years with the union, Mr. Posedel has worked to create a 
solid foundation for Local 343.
  He joined the union in 1963 as a building trades apprentice. He 
became a trustee for the Trust Fund in 1970. Subsequently, he served as 
Vice President, President, Business Agent and Apprenticeship 
Coordinator for the union. In January 1996 he assumed the important 
leadership position of Business Manager.
  As Business Manager, Mr. Posedel successfully negotiated an improved 
wage package, including health, welfare, and pension benefits, for 
union members.
  Mr. Posedel is a native of the San Francisco Bay area. He grew up in 
Rodeo and attended St. Mary's High School, graduating in 1955. He also 
attended St. Mary's College in the same community.
  He and his wife, Patricia, have been married for 39 years. They have 
three children and six grandchildren.
  Following his retirement, Mr. Posedel will continue to serve Local 
343 as a Trustee of the Trust Fund.
  Mr. Speaker, because of Joseph F. Posedel's long and devoted service 
to Local 343 of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union, it is fitting and 
proper to honor him today for his accomplishments, and to wish him well 
in his retirement.

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