L-549’s Angel Greer accepts her Woman of the Year award from Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA).
Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA) honored 42 women from the 8th Congressional District of California, including Local 549 (Pittsburg, California) member Angel Greer. Garamendi said all the women chosen as Women of the Year were leaders and visionaries in their communities. The honorees have all made significant contributions to society through public service, business, education and the local economy.
“Every year, I have the privilege of celebrating the remarkable achievements and contributions of outstanding women in California’s 8th District,” Garamendi said in a press release. “These leaders come from diverse backgrounds, and each has had a profound impact on their communities and those around them. It is a privilege to honor their efforts.”
He said their commitment to service to others merits this recognition.
“Angel's commitment to ‘paying it forward’ is evident in her ongoing volunteer work, supporting women entering the trades and honoring the legacy of trailblazing women in the workforce,” said former Pittsburg Mayor Merl Craft, in her nomination of Greer for the award. “Angel Greer is a testament to the power of resilience, mentorship and the impact of investing in our youth.”
Through the award, all honorees' contributions to society will be preserved and documented in the official Congressional Record in Washington, D.C.
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