[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 195 (Tuesday, November 17, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1037]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE SERVICE OF BETTE BOATMUN

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 17, 2020

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the service 
of an esteemed leader in Contra Costa County, Bette Boatmun.
  Bette was appointed to the Contra Costa Water District Board of 
Directors in 1974 and has held that position for the past 46 years. 
When initially applying for the Contra Costa Water District Board, 
Bette was driven by her desire to see more women in the water industry. 
During her time on the Board of Directors, Bette has served as both the 
President and Vice President. Her leadership has been integral in the 
implementation of many projects, including the building of the Randall-
Bold Water Treatment Plant and the Multi-Purpose Pipeline, construction 
and expansion of the Los Vaqueros Reservoir, and an upgrade to the 
Bollman Water Treatment Plant.
  Bette is known by her colleagues as an advocate for customers of the 
Water District, demonstrated by her work to provide low-income 
assistance and avid support of water education. One of California's 
public demonstration gardens, recognized by the U.S. Bureau of 
Reclamation, was named in her honor: the Bette Boatmun Conservation 
Garden. One of Bette's many accolades for her outstanding career 
includes the 2013 Hollingsworth Award of Excellence from the California 
Special Districts Association.
  In addition to her numerous professional contributions, Bette is a 
member of many community organizations, including the Concord American 
Association of University Women and League of Women Voters of Diablo 
Valley. She has also served as President of the Association of 
California Water Agencies and chair of several organizations, including 
the Governing Board of East County Water Management Association, the 
Contra Costa Special Districts' Association, and the Sanitation and 
Water Agencies of Contra Costa County.
  We wish Bette well as she retires from the Contra Costa Water 
District Board of Directors and thank her for inspiring many more to 
follow in her footsteps. Please join me in honoring Bette Boatmun for 
her many contributions to our community.

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