I met Joe in 2020 during the onset of the Covid Pandemic. FEMA declared a national disaster and Joe was sent to lead Oregon's recovery. Joe led us into uncharted territory and set us up for success in a difficult and novel event. Later that year, 1 million acres burned in the 2020 Labor Day Fires. Joe stepped in again and gave us his best efforts to bring much needed relief to hundreds of entities.

I am grateful for his advice, kindness and mentorship that he offered in the few years that I worked with him. I will continue to learn from his lessons and examples throughout the rest of my career. 

Good rest and godspeed Joe.