[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 20 (Tuesday, February 1, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E88-E89]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE SERVICE OF RON BERNAL

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 1, 2022

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the service 
of Ron Bernal upon his retirement from the City of Antioch.
  Ron has been a longtime friendly face working for the Antioch. Ron 
joined the City of Antioch as assistant city engineer in 1998. Prior to 
that, Ron worked for the City of Dixon for 14 years. In 2009, Ron began 
working as public works director for the City of Antioch. In 2016, Ron 
was promoted to assistant city manager and in 2017 he stepped into the 
position of City Manager.
  During his time as City Manager, Ron was a strong leader on a variety 
of key issues in the city such as homelessness, water rights, and 
economic development. Ron was particularly passionate about housing 
issues in the community. He often met with unhoused residents and 
played a critical role in ensuring that they have access to basic 
services. He also implemented vital police reforms within the Antioch 
Police Department. Ron was instrumental in leading the City through 
some of the greatest structural improvements that Antioch has ever 
undergone.
  In his personal life, Ron enjoys spending time with his wife, Irma, 
their children, and their three grandchildren.
  Ron's work has had a significant impact on the City of Antioch and 
its residents. Please join me in congratulating Ron on his retirement 
and honoring Ron for his 36 years of public service.

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