[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 71 (Thursday, April 27, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E367]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE EAST BAY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 27, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and commend the 
East Bay Municipal Utility District, upon celebrating its 100th 
anniversary serving the East Bay community. This outstanding 
achievement is a testament to the critical work the District has 
accomplished to ensure the health and prosperity of the East Bay 
environment and community.
  Originally founded in 1923, under the State of California Municipal 
Utility District Act, the East Bay Municipal Utility District has 
provided access to water for generations of Californians. Today, the 
company continues its commitment to preserving the environment and 
faithfully serving the people of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
  The East Bay Municipal Utility District plays a vital role in 
building, operating, and maintaining the infrastructure that protects 
and strengthens California's water supply. Through the East Bay 
Municipal Utility District's critical leadership in developing the 
Freeport Regional Water Project, it is helping meet the daily water 
needs of both Sacramento and the East Bay.
  Since its founding, the East Bay Municipal Utility District has 
worked tirelessly as a trailblazer in environmental stewardship, 
consistently leading efforts to promote environmental sustainability. 
The East Bay Municipal Utility District was the first wastewater agency 
in North America to produce more renewable energy than it uses, by 
capturing methane gas from the water treatment process. This 
groundbreaking development served as a national model of renewable 
energy, inspiring other public and private agencies across the country.
  On behalf of the constituents of California's Eighth Congressional 
District, I would like to congratulate the East Bay Municipal Utility 
District upon its 100th anniversary and extend my sincere gratitude for 
its generations of service to the East Bay community.

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