[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12292]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER STAN RISEN

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                            HON. JEFF DENHAM

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 27, 2017

  Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Chief Executive 
Officer Stan Risen, who just announced his retirement from Stanislaus 
County.
  Stan has been instrumental in leading Stanislaus County towards 
greater public accountability, re-engaging an organization-wide focus 
on the County's vision and core values. Stanislaus County develops 
public programs that improve the lives of its residents through 
coordinated prevention efforts, which function across multiple sectors. 
These programs, however, would not have been made possible without 
Stan's unwavering commitment to the community.
  Stan Risen started his career as a youth pastor before entering 
governmental service. He began his career in Stanislaus County in 1987 
when he became an appraiser in the Assessor's Office. In 1999, he 
joined the Chief Executive Office as a project manager for the 
development of an Information Technology Strategic Plan. In 2005, Stan 
became an Assistant Executive Officer, and a few years later, was 
appointed to Chief Executive Officer.
  Outside of the office, Stan enjoys many activities that include 
riding dirt bikes, performing home construction projects, and playing 
the guitar. He received his Bachelor of Arts from Bob Jones University 
and was formerly a Planning Commissioner and City Councilman for the 
City of Ceres. He lives a faith-based lifestyle as an active member of 
Crosspoint Community Church in Modesto. Furthermore, Stan and his wife, 
Cheryl, are celebrating 38 years of marriage. Together, they have four 
children and four grandchildren.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring and commending the 
outstanding contributions made to Stanislaus County by Chief Executive 
Officer Stan Risen as we wish him continued success in his future 
endeavors.

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