[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 45 (Friday, April 2, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E511]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        TRIBUTE TO GEORGE GUYANTE, CITY MANAGER, CITY OF CORONA

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 1, 2004

  Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to an 
individual whose dedication and contributions to the community of 
Corona, California are exceptional. Corona has been fortunate to have 
dynamic and dedicated community leaders who willingly and unselfishly 
give their time and talent and make their communities a better place to 
live and work. George Guyante is one of these individuals. On 
Wednesday, April 1, 2004, he will be honored at a retirement reception.
  George has called many places ``home'' during his life, having grown 
up in a military family. He followed in his father's footsteps and 
joined the Army and later attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. After 
receiving his degree in city and regional planning he obtained a job as 
a planning technician for the City of Corona in 1976.
  In 1978, George started the city's Redevelopment Agency which later 
encompassed an economic development division as well. During his time 
he helped create Team Corona, a marketing and retention program 
designed to attract businesses and create jobs through the agency. 
Under his leadership Corona experienced and managed a period of high 
growth. The city grew from 27,000 to 140,000 during his tenure and 
continues to experience booming housing and commercial markets.
  In May 2001, after serving as the interim city manager since November 
2000, the City Council appointed George city manager after considering 
44 other applicants. Under his guidance the city has worked to improve 
transportation, provide ample park areas for residents, provide 
affordable housing to low-income residents, and help the homeless.
  George's tireless passion for community service has contributed 
immensely to the betterment of the community of Corona, California. He 
has been the heart and soul of many community projects and events and I 
am proud to call him a fellow community member, American and friend. I 
know that many community members are grateful for his service and 
salute him as he retires.

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