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Resolution Recognizing Thomas A. DiGrazia Upon His
Retirement as Manager of the Silver Dollar Fair
WHEREAS, Tom DiGrazia has been involved in 4-H and Future Farmers of America
since his youth. His involvement with fairs started in 1959 as a livestock exhibitor showing his
swine prof ect at the Cow Palace; and
WHEREAS, upon graduation from high school, Tom joined the U.S. Army, serving a
tour in Vietnam during the conflict there; and
WHEREAS, after his military service, Tom attended Santa Rosa Junior College and then
CSU, Chico, graduating in June 1975 with a degree in Agriculture. He completed his credential
in Agricultural Education, and maintains a Lifetime Teaching Credential; and
WHEREAS, in 1975, he was hired as Manager of the Modoc District Fair in Cedarville.
He worked there until 1982 when he accepted the position of Secretary-Manager of the Silver
Dollar Fair in Chico; and
WHERAS, Tom is recognized as the longest serving fair manager in the State of
California after 34 years; and
WHEREAS, During Tom's tenure, he has rightfully received numerous awards and
recognitions at the state and local level for his accomplishments and outstanding service to the
community; and
WHEREAS, Tom has served on various committees advising the California Department
of Agriculture, Division of Fairs and Expositions as well as the Director of Food and Agriculture;
and
WHEREAS, while managing the Silver Dollar Fair, Tam always showed respect for the
individuals, families and businesses located in the neighborhoods adjoining the fairgrounds; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE 1T RESOLVED that the Butte County Board of Supervisors
hereby recognizes Tom A. DiGrazia, Retiring Secretary-Manager of the Silver Dollar Fair.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Butte, State of
California, this 13th day of October, 2009 by the following vote:
AYES: Supervisors Dolan, Kirk, Lambert, Yamaguchi, and Chair Connelly
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
NOT VOTING: None
ATTEST:
Gre€
and
By:
Bill Connelly, Chair Bo d of Supervisors
Officer