congressional_record: CREC-1996-10-21-pt1-PgE1934-4
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| CREC-1996-10-21-pt1-PgE1934-4 | 1996-10-21 | 104 | 2 | TRIBUTE TO BARBARA AND DAVID DANBOM | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E1934 | E1935 | [{"name": "Sam Farr", "role": "speaking"}] | 142 Cong. Rec. E1934 | Congressional Record, Volume 142 Issue 143 (Monday, October 21, 1996) [Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 143 (Monday, October 21, 1996)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E1934-E1935] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO BARBARA AND DAVID DANBOM ______ HON. SAM FARR of california in the house of representatives Monday, October 21, 1996 Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a remarkable couple who have served and protected ocean waters and resources. They are impressive figures who have served the local economy as well as the local environment, both being strong participants in the fishing industry. I am proud to announce that Barbara and David Danbom have been named ``Ocean Heroes'' in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution's Ocean Planet exhibition now on display in San Francisco. Barbara and David are among a group of 10 individuals and families on the west coast who have been bestowed with this honor. The Danboms, the only commercial fishing family among those honored, have fished out of Moss Landing, CA, for over 30 years. Those selected for the ``Ocean Hero'' honor were chosen for their outstanding work in protecting ocean waters and resources. The Danboms are well known for the top quality frozen troll kings they process aboard their boat the Vega II: they are one of the few at- sea salmon freezing operations along the California coast, serving an upscale restaurant chain in southern California. As impressive as their business operation has been, their dedication to a sustainable fishery has been even more notable. Dave Danbom, was a member of the first California Citizens Advisory Committee on Salmon & Steelhead Trout formed in 1970; and has served briefly on the committee when it was reestablished in 1984. Dave Danbom was also a founding director of the Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen's Associations and vice president for 9 years. An early proponent of California's commercial salmon stamp, in 1982 Danbom instigated the expansion of that highly successful program, which is now the State's single largest source of dollars for salmon restoration. He currently sits on the committee overseeing the expenditure for monies from that fund. In 1983 Dave was a ``Highliner of the Year'' recipient, the fishing industry's highest award. He was the first salmon troller appointed to a seat on the Pacific Fishery Management Council, serving two terms. Barbara Danbom, an accomplished vessel skipper and fisherman in her own right, works alongside husband Dave during the fishing season. In the off season she tends to much [[Page E1935]] of the business and correspondence while Dave is in meetings. Her support has made it possible for Dave Danbom to dedicate as much time as he has to the betterment of the fishery. In recent years the Danboms worked with myself and my predecessor to this office, now White House Chief of Staff, Leon Panetta, for the establishment of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, which stretches from San Luis Obispo County to Point Reyes and is managed out of both Monterey and San Francisco. The Danboms' devotion to the preservation of ocean waters and resources is exemplary. It is an honor to have David and Barbara Danbom on the Central Coast of California. I know I am speaking for the residents of the 17th District when I say that we are proud of Barbara and David Danbom. ____________________ |