[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22534]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     IN HONOR OF GARY ANUND KNUTSON

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                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 6, 2005

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and thank Gary Anund 
Knutson, a dedicated public servant. Mr. Knutson, County Auditor-
Controller of Santa Cruz, will retire after 35 years of public service, 
19 of which were spent as the County Auditor-Controller. Mr. Knutson 
will be retiring on December 30, 2005, bringing an end to nearly four 
decades of outstanding service.
  Mr. Knutson, who has spent a great deal of time maintaining a great 
working environment in his office, has decided to pursue other 
ambitions. His retirement will be enjoyed spending time on other 
personal activities. Mr. Knutson has done an exceptional job and his 
service is truly appreciated.
  Mr. Speaker, when he retires, Gary Anund Knutson will be leaving 
behind 35 years of excellence and professionalism. I applaud Mr. 
Knutson for his work and contributions. He has left a lasting impact on 
his community, and we would like to wish him well in his upcoming 
retirement.

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