[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 68 (Thursday, April 25, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E490-E491]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF BOB SCHRODER

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 25, 2019

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the life 
of Bob Schroder, a longtime resident and public servant in Walnut 
Creek, California for over 30 years.
  Bob began his career in local politics in 1960, when he was elected 
to the Walnut Creek City Council. He served on the Council for 16 
years, including three stints as mayor. Throughout his tenure on the 
City Council, Walnut Creek went through a transformation, including 
increased development in the area.
  Following his time on the Council, Bob was elected to the Contra 
Costa County Board of Supervisors, where he continued his legacy of 
facilitating and shaping development. He also served as a member of the 
Metropolitan Transportation Commission and was the founding chairperson 
of the Central Contra

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Costa Transit Authority, now County Connection, earning him the 
nickname ``Mr. Transportation.''
  Throughout his time in local government, Bob exhibited an unwavering 
commitment to serving and improving his community. As a public servant, 
he was always willing to put aside political differences for the sake 
of the community.
  Bob will be sincerely missed by those who had the pleasure of knowing 
him and will be remembered for contributions to Walnut Creek and Contra 
Costa County.

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