Honoring John Jermanis, San Leandro City Manager Extraordinaire

HONORING JOHN JERMANIS, SAN LEANDRO CITY MANAGER EXTRAORDINAIRE -- (Extensions of Remarks - May 12, 2004)

SPEECH OF HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK OF CALIFORNIA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2004

Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to John Jermanis, City Manager of San Leandro, California. This year, John is marking 35 years of outstanding service in municipal government.

John was born and raised in Berkeley, California. He attended Berkeley High School, received his bachelor's degree in business administration from San Francisco State University, and has done graduate studies in public administration with California State University Hayward.

He began his municipal government service in 1969 as an accountant with the city of Livermore. In 1971, John was hired by the city of San Leandro as assistant Finance Director and has been with the city for 33 years. In 1982, he became the City's Finance Director, and in 1977, he was appointed by the City Council as City Manager.

John has a proven track record with the city of San Leandro that is hard to beat. His professionalism, intellect, and commitment to the city are exemplary. He is focused on making sure San Leandro stays on sound fiscal footing and is responsive to the needs of its citizens.

His colleagues know John Jermanis as City Manager Extraordinaire. This is a fitting description of his talent and a tribute to his expertise in city management.

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