[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 50 (Wednesday, March 17, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E263-E264]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE SERVICE OF ROBERT HOYER

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 17, 2021

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the service 
of long-time community member Robert Hoyer as he celebrates his 100th 
birthday.
  Bob grew up in Oakland and attended the University of Nevada, Reno. 
During World War II, Bob took a leave from his studies and served in 
the United States Army in the Philippines. When he returned home, Bob 
graduated from the University of Nevada with a degree in mining 
engineering. It was also in Reno that Bob met his wife, Eldora, who had 
served in the United Stated Navy WAVES during WWII teaching aircraft 
navigation.
  Following college, Bob worked for the Natomas Mining Company in 
Nevada. When the mining industry declined after the end of

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the war, Bob and Eldora moved back to the Bay Area where Bob worked for 
Dow Chemical in Pittsburg. He then went on to work for the East Bay 
Regional Parks District as a construction inspector.
  In 1956, Bob and Eldora settled in Clayton where they advocated, 
along with other residents, for its incorporation. When the City of 
Clayton was incorporated in 1964, Bob became the first mayor and served 
on the City Council until 1980. One of the City Council's early 
accomplishments was the establishment of walking trails and preserved 
open space, which remain a highlight for the city today.
  Bob and Eldora also contributed to the creation of the Clayton 
Historical Society, which was chartered in 1976. Bob served as the 
President, helped raise money for city monuments, and participated in 
the establishment of the Clayton Historical Society Museum. In 1976, 
two historic homes were moved to Main Street and joined together to 
create the Museum, which stands today as a testament to Clayton's 
dedicated citizens. Throughout his many years in Clayton, Bob continued 
to be an active member of the community. He served on The Grove Park 
Blue Ribbon Task Force and the Keller Ranch Master Plan committee and 
donated the flagpoles at City Hall, the Grove Park, and the Museum.
  Bob is a regular in downtown Clayton and is known for his laughter 
and insightfulness. Please join me in congratulating Bob on his 100th 
birthday and his lifetime of service and leadership.

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