[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 153 (Tuesday, October 28, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2135]
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                          HONORING BOB VAN WYK

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                         HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 28, 2003

  Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Bob Van Wyk 
for his 30 years service to the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control 
District. A celebration in Mr. Van Wyk's honor will be held on 
Thursday, November 6th in Fresno, California.
  In 1973, Bob completed a degree in Public Administration at 
California State University, Fresno. He was hired as an administrative 
assistant for the Flood Control District; however, he served most of 
his career as Assistant General Manager. In 2003, the Flood Control 
District's Board of Directors appointed Mr. Van Wyk Acting General 
Manager.
  Bob has given much of his time to agencies that address the needs of 
the Flood Control District's constituents. He has served as District 
Representative to the Board of Directors of the Joint Powers Insurance 
Authority and has been a member of the Association of California Water 
Agencies Special District Advisory Task Force. His service as a 
community partner and respected agency representative has established 
productive, long-lasting agreements throughout Fresno County. These 
agreements have allowed the county to use the Flood Control District's 
facilities as parks, groundwater recharge sites, and community open 
spaces.
  Bob's accomplishments have been numerous over the last 30 years, but 
he is most noted for his amiable character. His choice to treat people 
with respect and dignity has allowed him to see value in each person he 
meets. This kind demeanor has played a major role in his many 
successful years with the Flood Control District.
  Mr. Speaker, Bob Van Dyk's 30 years of service to the Fresno 
Metropolitan Flood Control District and surrounding communities has not 
gone unnoticed. I invite my colleagues to join me in commending Mr. Van 
Dyk and wishing him continued success.

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