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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. MARK DeSAULNIER
of california
in the house of representatives
Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Valerie Barone as she retires from the City of Concord.
staff in her role as City Manager. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated her steadfast commitment to service, starting her career as a Community Development Specialist with the U.S. Peace Corps, serving in the Philippines. In 2008, she joined the City of Concord as Assistant City Manager. She was appointed as interim City Manager in 2012 and began serving as City Manager in 2013.
community in the City of Concord and guided the city as it continued to grow and develop. She was critical in promoting the city's economic growth, helping to establish Visit Concord, turning the Toyota Pavilion into a revenue generator for the region, helping the city to invest $27 million provided through the American Rescue Plan to strengthen the city's infrastructure and nonprofits, overseeing the development of the Veranda shopping center, and fostering the city's cultural landscape by preserving Concord's Music and Market concerts and public art installations through Creative Concord. Additionally, Valerie championed numerous regional initiatives, allowing Concord to serve as a leader in programs such as the Central County Family Justice Center, the County's CORE Program, and the County's A3 program. Her leadership was critical as she guided the city through the COVID-19 pandemic and budget challenges, helping the city to stabilize its budget and driving infrastructure improvements throughout the city.
Concord residents and helping the city to thrive. Her work has left an indelible impact on her neighbors and peers. Please join me in congratulating Valerie Barone on her retirement after 38 years of devoted public service.