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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. TOM EMMER
of minnesota
in the house of representatives
Mr. EMMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Gene Janikula for his many decades of public service on the Woodland Township board in Wright County, Minnesota. For 61 years, Gene has honorably served his community and fellow citizens with diligence and integrity. His lifelong dedication has left a legacy that will endure for many years to come.
Woodland Township board as constable on March 9, 1965. On March 25, 1970, he was appointed treasurer to fill out a term. After that, he was elected treasurer every two years, ultimately serving as treasurer for 38 years. In 2008, he ran for and was elected supervisor, serving in that position for over 18 years. Throughout his time on the Woodland Township board, he was a very active member of the Wright County Township Officers. He has also served as Chairman of the Watertown Fire Department Board, Director of Wright County Economic Development Partnership, and Chairman of the Minnesota Association of Townships Legislative and Research Committee.
passed a resolution to establish March 17, 2026, as Gene Janikula Day in Wright County. In addition to the recognition from Wright County, it is an honor to highlight Gene's dedication to Woodland Township from the U.S. House of Representatives.
citizens. Gene's leadership has been a pillar of Woodland Township for decades, and those who follow in his footsteps will continue to build on the strong foundation he leaves behind. We wish him all the best in his well-deserved retirement.