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“HONORING COUNCILMEMBER JOHN DELL'OSSO” mentioning the Department of Interior was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E47 on Jan. 19.
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The publication is reproduced in full below:
HONORING COUNCILMEMBER JOHN DELL'OSSO
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HON. MIKE THOMPSON
of california
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Cotati City Councilmember John Dell'Osso for his three terms of distinguished service. Our community is deeply grateful for his leadership and advocacy and congratulates him on a well-deserved retirement.
A resident of Cotati since 1986, Councilmember Dell'Osso has established himself as a pillar of our community. A National Park Ranger by profession, he worked at Point Reyes National Seashore for more than 35 years, serving as Chief of Interpretation and Resource Education and later as Public Information Officer until his retirement in 2019. In recognition of his exemplary efforts in this capacity, he was awarded the U.S. Department of the Interior's National Partners in Conservation Award in 2009 and the National Achieving Relevance Award in 2016.
Throughout his tenure in city government, Councilmember Dell'Osso has shown himself to be a leader among leaders. In addition to serving three terms as Cotati's Mayor, he sat as Chair of the Sonoma County Mayors and Councilmembers Association in 2014, offering sage advice and wisdom to public leaders from across our community. A steadfast supporter of parks and open spaces, and an avid bird watcher, Councilmember Dell'Osso distinguished himself as an ally to conservationists in the city and beyond. As a strong advocate for public service, he has no doubt inspired many others to follow in his footsteps and fight for environmental stewardship, safer neighborhoods, and a stronger economy.
Aside from his professional and political life, he has also devoted himself to philanthropic causes. Councilmember Dell'Osso has given his time to numerous social benefit organizations, including stints as a board member of both the Rancho Cotate High School Graduation Project and Friends of the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge. These pursuits further evidence his selfless dedication to our community.
Madam Speaker, the City of Cotati is indebted to Councilmember John Dell'Osso for his years of diligent public service. It is therefore fitting and proper that we honor him here today.
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