[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 171 (Wednesday, November 30, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1551]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 TRIBUTE TO THE CAREER OF JOHN PEDROZO

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 30, 2016

  Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the career and 
achievements of Mr. John Pedrozo. John has been a life-long advocate 
and community leader for the people of the San Joaquin Valley and has 
passed on his committed spirit of service to others. His awareness of 
the unique issues that face Merced County, and the solutions he has 
offered in response, have proven to be valuable assets in the 
development of our Valley.
  John's community ties to Merced are diverse and long-standing. After 
graduating from Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School in Merced, John moved 
on to graduate from Merced High School and Merced College soon after. 
John married his wife Kelly in 1979, and in her found someone who 
shared his commitment to improving the lives of others. Together John 
and Kelly raised three wonderful children: Kacie, Josh, and Anthony. 
They have followed John's example through both professional, and faith 
based engagements by assisting countless residents of the San Joaquin 
Valley throughout their careers.
  John has served Merced County in multiple capacities, ranging from 
leadership roles in the Future Farmers of America during his youth, to 
his service on the Merced County Board of Supervisors. John was a 
member of the Merced Union High School District Board of Trustees 
before assuming his 12 year tenure on the Board of Supervisors. He has 
also served on the San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority for a number of 
years, some as chairman, which has enabled him to be a guiding voice on 
the direction of transportation projects in the San Joaquin Valley.
  During his time on the Board of Supervisors, John was a tireless 
proponent for enhancing educational opportunities for the youth in his 
district. His commitment to expanding access to youth programs for the 
children of Merced has been instrumental in improving the state of 
education countywide. John's steadfast support of law enforcement has 
also helped make Merced County a safer place, and will not be 
forgotten.
  As John moves forward in his life, there is no doubt that he will 
continue to find ways to help make Merced County a better area for all 
of its residents. His dedication to his family, friends, and 
constituents have provided a better future for the people of Merced 
County, and I am confident that his service will gain him further 
recognition as a man of honor and selflessness in the years to come.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. John 
Pedrozo for his contributions to Merced County. John's service and 
commitment to improving Merced County has laid the foundation for 
others to contribute as he has.

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