Rep. Mike Thompson Honors Sam Sacco at Eureka Post Office Dedication

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1), a senior member of the House Committee on Ways & Means, today honored former Eureka Mayor Sam Sacco by calling in to a post office dedication in his name. Rep. Thompson had planned to attend the Eureka event in person, but was unable to do so due to ongoing votes in Washington, D.C. Last year, Rep. Thompson introduced legislation to rename the United States Postal Service located at 337 West Clark Street in Eureka, California, as the “Sam Sacco Post Office Building.” The bill was unanimously approved by the U.S. House of Representatives.

“Sam Sacco was an outstanding public servant and greatly admired in Eureka,” said Rep. Thompson. “Sam wasn't just the Mayor of Eureka - he was a veteran, successful business owner, family man, and community advocate. It was an honor to help the Eureka community dedicate its main post office in his memory.”

Sam Sacco served as Mayor of the City of Eureka from 1975-1979. He owned and operated an insurance agency in Eureka, where he served the community for 30 years. Sacco was an ardent advocate for working families and fought vigorously to make sure their interests were protected. His life's mission was to put an end to injustice and help those less fortunate. Sacco is survived by his wife, Mary Beth; sons, Jim and Sam; and daughter, Lisa.