[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 166 (Friday, October 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1070]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        LES REARDANZ RETIREMENT

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                            HON. RICK LARSEN

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 21, 2022

  Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Madam Speaker, I rise in recognition of the 
retirement of Les Reardanz and his remarkable 31-year career of service 
in the United States Navy.
  Les's years in uniform have meant time away from his family and 
friends. He has served our country, the Navy and our community with 
devotion and integrity. Whether on deployment in Afghanistan, advising 
the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on legal matters, or helping 
safeguard Puget Sound following 9/11, Les's tours of duty were as 
expansive as his skill set. The Navy and the Judge Advocate General's 
Corps are undoubtedly better off thanks to his years of service and 
leadership.
  Les also served as Executive Director for the Port of Everett. During 
his tenure, he strengthened the critical relationship between the Port 
and the Navy and helped lay the foundation to expand the seaport and 
redevelop the Everett waterfront. Also, Les played a key role in 
reaching the agreement that created the Blue Heron Slough.
  I wish Les the best as his Navy career ends, new chapters begin and 
as he continues serving his community at the Whatcom Transportation 
Authority.
  I thank Les for his dedicated service and congratulate him on a job 
well done.

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