[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 21 (Wednesday, February 2, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E96]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                ARTHUR LUIS IBLETO POST OFFICE BUILDING

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                               speech of

                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 1, 2022

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of 
H.R. 735, my legislation to rename the Cotati Post Office in honor of 
the Pasta King, Arturo Luis Ibleto.
  Art was the embodiment of the American Dream. Born in Italy, Art 
fought for resistance groups at the age of 17 against Nazi Germany and 
Fascists during World War II.
  After valiantly serving his home country, Art immigrated to Sonoma 
County where he met his wife Vicki and they began a new life. They 
built a successful restaurant and catering business that became an 
institutional landmark and local residents affectionally started to 
refer to him as the ``Pasta King.''
  During his time in Sonoma County, he raised over $500,000 for 
charitable causes. His commitment to the people of Sonoma County and 
our communities cannot be overlooked.
  His work and philanthropy have left an indelible mark on Sonoma 
County which is why the City of Cotati asked that we recognize the 
legacy of Mr. Ibleto, and I am honored to help make this tribute 
possible.

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