PROCLAMATION
Honoring Dan Platt for a Lifetime of Service to Noyo Harbor and the Commercial Fishing Community WHEREAS, Noyo Harbor stands as a cornerstone of Fort Bragg’s identity, history, and working waterfront; and WHEREAS, Dan Platt has devoted his life to the commercial fishing industry, representing generations of fishermen who have shaped our coastal community; and WHEREAS, a proud second-generation fisherman, Dan has been part of the fishing community since childhood and has actively worked the waters of the West Coast since the 1970s, participating in every major West Coast fishery and embodying the dedication, resilience, and integrity of the commercial fishing lifestyle; and WHEREAS, Dan most recently served as a Commissioner of the Noyo Harbor District from 2021 until his retirement, bringing decades of real-world experience, wisdom, and steady leadership to the Commission during a critical time for the harbor; and WHEREAS, throughout his distinguished career, Dan generously shared his knowledge and leadership by serving as President and Board Member of the Salmon Trollers Marketing Association, participating on the California Nearshore Fishery Advisory Panel, and representing the Open Access fleet on the Pacific Fishery Management Council’s Groundfish Advisory Panel; and WHEREAS, his service at the local, state, and federal levels has strengthened fisheries policy, supported working fishermen, and helped preserve the economic vitality and maritime heritage of Fort Bragg and Noyo Harbor; and WHEREAS, Dan Platt’s lifetime of hard work, mentorship, and commitment to sustainable fisheries has left a lasting legacy on our harbor and on the generations who follow in his wake; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, I, Jason Godeke, Mayor of the City of Fort Bragg, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby recognize and commend Dan Platt for his lifetime of dedication to the commercial fishing industry and for his distinguished service to the Noyo Harbor District. The City of Fort Bragg extends its deepest gratitude for his leadership, perseverance, and enduring contributions to our community, and wishes him continued health, fulfillment, and calm seas in the years ahead.
SIGNED this 23rd day of February, 2026
ATTEST: ____________________________ _________________________ JASON GODEKE, Mayor
Diana Paoli, City Clerk
No. 09-2026