[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 11 (Friday, January 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E29]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING DR. TONY UBALDE ON HIS 12 YEARS OF PUBLIC SERVICE

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 13, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Dr. Tony 
Ubalde upon his retirement from the Vallejo City Unified School 
District Board of Education. Throughout Dr. Ubalde's 12 years of 
service, he advocated for Vallejo students and worked tirelessly to 
improve his community's education system.
  Dr. Ubalde first joined the Board of Education in 2011 and has since 
served 3 terms, during which he was instrumental in successfully 
raising the high school graduation rate and fostering a safer 
environment in Vallejo schools. Dr. Ubalde's dedication to the youth of 
Vallejo is evident through his efforts to ensure all students in his 
community can achieve their full potential.
  Throughout his twelve-year tenure on the Board of Education, Dr. 
Ubalde ushered the Vallejo City Unified School District into a new era 
of financial stability. In addition to collaborating with his fellow 
Trustees, superintendents, and community members to establish a strong 
financial foundation for Vallejo's education system, Dr. Ubalde was 
also vital in instituting an independent Citizens Fiscal Audit 
Committee. Focused on promoting transparency and financial 
accountability, this committee directly ensures that taxpayer dollars 
are used efficiently, prioritizing Vallejo residents.
  In addition to his crucial contributions on the Board of Education, 
Dr. Ubalde also exemplifies the spirit of leadership in all areas of 
his life. Not only has he previously been on the Board of Trustees at 
Solano Community College, but he is also a prominent member of the 
California Board Association, having served on their Board of Directors 
since 2014. Dr. Ubalde's indispensable leadership has played a vital 
role in modernizing Vallejo's education system.
  Dr. Ubalde's advocacy as a board member of the Filipino Community of 
Solano County, his selfless service in the U.S. Air Force Reserves, and 
his compassionate guidance as a former pastor clearly demonstrate that 
his work to improve the Vallejo community expands beyond his position 
on the Board of Education. Dr. Ubalde's devotion to Vallejo has 
undeniably improved his community.
  While his presence on the Board of Education will surely be missed, 
Dr. Ubalde's 12 years of service to the residents of Vallejo have left 
a lasting legacy and significantly enhanced the lives of the students 
and teachers in his community. I would like to extend my sincere 
gratitude to Dr. Ubalde for his public service and wish him the best in 
his future endeavors.

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