[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 98 (Tuesday, June 6, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E527]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





PAYING TRIBUTE TO NILS BENTSEN FOR HIS RETIREMENT FROM CITY MANAGER OF 
                                HESPERIA

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                           HON. JAY OBERNOLTE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 6, 2023

  Mr. OBERNOLTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Nils 
Bentsen, as he retires from his position as City Manager of Hesperia 
after seven and a half years of service. Nils is the first Hesperia 
City Manager who is a native of Hesperia themselves and is a valuable 
member of California's 23rd district.
  Nils attended and graduated from Hesperia Christian School and is a 
proud alumni of Victor Valley College. He was appointed as City Manager 
in 2015. Prior to his appointment by the City Council, he served as a 
Captain with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, with a 
career spanning over 27 years. Nils is also a veteran of the United 
States Navy, where he served his country for 5 years.
  Nils life-long commitment to public safety has been driven by his 
passion for public service. He has been a city manager that leads by 
example and is committed to working with the community for the 
betterment of Hesperia and its residents. I wish Nils, his wife 
Paulette, and his 4 children all the best as he enters this next stage 
of life in the Mohave River Valley.

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