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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. JOHN GARAMENDI
of california
in the house of representatives
Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lori Peterson Grundman as she is honored as one of California's 8th Congressional District's Women of the Year. Since retiring from a career in the semiconductor industry, Lori has dedicated herself to serving the Benicia community. Through her extensive volunteer work, she has helped protect the environment, support residents in need, strengthen public safety, and encourage civic engagement.
has grown to more than 400 members. Through neighborhood cleanups and community events, the group has removed thousands of pounds of litter, helping keep Benicia's streets, parks, and waterways clean. She also serves with the Benicia Lions Club, helping organize community traditions such as the annual Lions Crab Feed, Classic Car Show, and Oktoberfest. After serving two years as Club Secretary on the Lions Club Board of Directors, Lori continues to give her time to local causes, including St. Paul's Community Meal Program, which provides hundreds of hot meals to residents in need each week.
preparedness and civic responsibility. She serves on the Benicia Fire Department's Community Emergency Response Team and is expanding her public safety knowledge through the Benicia Police Department's Citizen's Academy. For many years, she has also served as a poll worker with the Solano County Registrar of Voters and as an Inspector coordinating a local Adopt-A-Poll precinct, helping ensure elections run smoothly for Benicia residents.
life, Lori has made a lasting difference in Benicia. On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District, it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Lori Peterson Grundman for her outstanding service and contributions to our community.