NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – At his recent sixth annual Women of the Year event, Congressman John Garamendi (D-Fairfield, Yuba City, Davis) honored 50 women from California’s Third Congressional District who are leaders and visionaries in their communities.

The women have all made significant contributions to society through public service, business, education and local advocacy.

“One of the highlights of my year, every year, is hosting this event to recognize the achievements of these distinguished women,” said Garamendi. “These leaders come from a variety of backgrounds, but every one of them has made a real difference in their communities and the people around them. It’s a privilege to be able to honor them.”

Among the 50 recipients was one from Lake County, Tina Viramontes.

This year’s Women of the Year event included a posthumous tribute and recognition of Natalie Corona – the Davis police officer who was tragically killed during her service to the community earlier this year.

“Officer Corona was a bright member of the Davis Police Department. Even prior to completing her police training last December, Officer Corona was respected by her colleagues and friends for her commitment to serving her community and dedication to her fellow officers. She selflessly served and protected her community and will be remembered and honored for her dedication to making the city of Davis a safer environment for all,” Garamendi said.

A full list of the recipients Women of the Year recipients is below.

Colusa County

Rosemary Hicks
Roberta James
Jen Roberts
Kim Travis
Diane Vafis

Glenn County

Mary Rose Kennedy
Vangie Porras

Lake County

Tina Viramontes

Sacramento County

Diana Fuentes-Michel
Vajra Watson
Kristina Wiley

Solano County

Jill Cook
Jenalee Dawson
Patricia Dennis
Ana Dineen
Kathleen Heeran
Jaye Hurt
Erica Hurtado
Juantia Menefee
Pat Nicodemus
Margaret Renn
Beth Rowe
Heather Sanderson
Cherie Schroeder
Dee Tokiwa
Sarah Villec

Sutter County

Bobbi Abold
Navjot Bala-Singh
Neelam Dhinsa Canto-Lugo
Nancy Geweke Elrod
Kellie Geweke Sheeran
Julie Gill
Joyce Hammond
Navneet Randhawa
Jeanine Werner

Yolo County

Lisa Baker
Vinita Domier
Deborah Dunham
Catherine Farman
Kelly Heung
Jenn Rexroad
Lynn Rolston
Harmony Scopazzi
Cathy Speck
Tracy Tomasky
Denise Burbank

Yuba County

Abbie Cesena
Glenda Nelson
Natalie Corona