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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
RECOGNIZING BOB DINGEMAN
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from
California (Mr. Peters) for 5 minutes.
Mr. PETERS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the late Colonel
Robert ``Bob'' Dingeman, a decorated veteran and beloved community
leader who dedicated his entire life to service.
Bob's commitment to service began when he was just a teenager. He was
living with his family in Hawaii and serving in the Reserve Officers'
Training Corps when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. Bob helped to
get the women and children to safety before joining the defense of the
base, and the events of that day led Bob to a life of military service.
He graduated from West Point in 1945 and went on to serve in World
War II, the Korean war, and the Vietnam war. During his decades of
service, Bob earned a Silver Star, Soldier's Medal, Bronze Star, and
Purple Heart.
After retiring from the Army, Bob earned multiple master's degrees
and worked as a college professor at San Diego Miramar College,
teaching math, history, and political science.
Bob became a pillar of San Diego's Scripps Ranch community where he
and his wife, Gaye, and their children made their home.
Bob helped create the town's council, the Scripps Ranch Civic
Association; organized many annual traditions, including the Fourth of
July Parade; and established the community newsletter.
The Robert E. Dingeman Elementary School opened in 1995, so named by
the San Diego Unified School District to recognize Bob Dingeman's
accomplishments in the community. The school celebrates Bob Dingeman
Day every year on June 12, Bob's birthday.
Scripps Ranch and San Diego are better off for Bob's leadership and
his community involvement. His legacy of military and volunteer service
will continue to be an example for us all.
Please join me in honoring Bob Dingeman for his dedication to Scripps
Ranch and his service to the country.
Recognizing Marine Corps Air Station Miramar's Commitment to
Alternative Energy
Mr. PETERS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Marine Corps Air
Station Miramar on receiving a 2019 Secretary of Defense Environmental
Award.
The award recognizes Marine Corps Air Station Miramar's commitment to
protecting the environment while supporting the mission of the
military.
The United States Department of Defense is the world's largest user
of fossil fuels, and when the price of those fuels spike, it harms our
mission. That is why the Marine Corps views energy security as national
security.
The marines at Miramar have led on energy storage research through a
partnership with the California Energy Commission's Electric Program
Investment Charge and deployed a methane-to-energy project from an
onsite landfill that generates half the base's energy.
MCAS Miramar's installation-wide microgrid delivers 100 percent
renewable energy to the base. Its distribution can provide reliable
energy to mission-critical facilities for 3 weeks if they are ever
disconnected from the grid.
This achievement has wide implications for the Marines, San Diego,
and the way we power our world. Energy innovation has always come
naturally to the military, and MCAS Miramar embodies San Diego's
forward-thinking approach and commitment to sustainability.
I thank Marine Corps Air Station Miramar and all marines stationed
there for their service to our Nation. I thank Marine Corps leadership
for their dedication to alternative energy.
Please join me in congratulating Marine Corps Air Station Miramar on
the 2019 Secretary of Defense Environmental Award.
Recognizing New Children's Museum of San Diego
Mr. PETERS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the New
Children's Museum of San Diego, winner of the 2019 National Medal for
Museum and Library Service. This award is the highest honor given to
museums that demonstrate extraordinary and innovative approaches to
community service.
The New Children's Museum, which will celebrate its 36th anniversary
this year, is a cornerstone of arts and culture for San Diego families.
The museum is certainly a model for engaging people of all
backgrounds with art. They collaborate with community centers, social
service organizations, and schools to spread art, creativity, and play
outside the museum.
The New Children's Museum employs a philosophy that enables children
to learn through play. Their philosophy is pervasive in their immersive
exhibits that allow children to climb, touch, build, and engage with
the art.
I brought my own children there to think, play, and create, like so
many families, when they were younger.
Today, the museum offers free and reduced admission for military
families, Head Start groups, homeless and foster children, migrant
families, and more.
This award is a testament to the New Children's Museum's service to
San Diegans.
Please join me in honoring the New Children's Museum.
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