[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 55 (Tuesday, April 12, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E401-E402]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING THE LIFE OF DAN SILVA

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 12, 2016

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
life of Dan L. Silva, whose lifelong commitment to Sutter County has 
left a lasting impact on the community.
   Born in Yuba City, Dan was a 3rd generation farmer and was a well-
known figure within the agricultural community. He was an active 
community leader, who had a deep sense of civic duty. For 8 years, Dan 
served as Sutter County's 5th District County Supervisor and was 
involved with many boards and committees. He dedicated his career to 
serving others and was committed to protecting the environment through 
his various leadership roles on flood control, agriculture, and 
transportation projects.
   The boards and committees Dan participated in included the 
following: Feather River Air Quality, Sacramento Area Council of 
Governments, Sacramento Area Flood Control, Sierra-Sacramento Valley 
EMS, Sutter-Butte Flood Control Agency, Yuba City Unified School 
Government Liaison Committee, Yuba-Sutter Transit Authority, Sutter 
County Fish and Game Commissioner, Assistant State Chairman for Ducks 
Unlimited, CA State Reclamation Board, Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau, Valley 
Vision, and the Natomas Basin Conservancy.
   Dan was known around the community for his welcoming smile and his 
dedication to helping others. He will be missed by all, and our 
thoughts are with his family at this time. He is survived by his 
children, Christopher and Stacey, and four grandchildren, Samantha, 
Jamie, Dylan, and Mason.
   Dan's commitment to his family and to his work made his life an 
example for all to emulate. I am honored to pay tribute to such an 
extraordinary member of our community.

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