From left are Jaclyn Powell of Smith, McDowell & Powell Law Firm (presenter); Dustin Dumars of Dustin Dumars CPA (Businessperson of the Year); Sen. Christopher Cabaldon; Joe Cadelago (Volunteer of the Year); Erle Mankin of Jackrabbit Brewing (Business of the Year); and Chris Powell of Jackrabbit Brewing (Business of the Year). They were at the West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce awards dinner. Photo courtesy of WM

WEST SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - WM Public Sector Services Manager Joseph (Joe) Cadelago was honored as the 2025 Volunteer of the Year by the West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce at the 78th annual Installation & Awards Dinner on Jan. 16.

The Chamber of Commerce event held at City Hall honored key individuals and business leaders who have made significant contributions to West Sacramento’s growth and business community.

“Volunteer of the Year is awarded for unselfishly donating time to ensure that chamber activities are successful. Joe Cadelago has supported the West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce and the community,” said the chamber’s President/CEO Denice Domke. “Joe's willingness to give his time to help the chamber succeed speaks volumes. Thank you for your commitment, reliability and engagement. The chamber is very thankful for your leadership.”

The Volunteer of the Year Award celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the West Sacramento community through their volunteer efforts.

Joe Cadelago was honored as the 2025 Volunteer of the Year by the West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce. Photo courtesy of WM

“It is truly an honor to be recognized among such an esteemed group of individuals and businesses,” Cadelago said. “I am grateful to work for a company that strongly supports community empowerment, philanthropy and the well-being of local small businesses.”

Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. WM also provides compliance-based solutions for regulated waste and secure information destruction in the U.S., Canada and Europe.

“Joe is a shining example of WM's commitment to our community and our customers,” said Alex Oseguera, WM area vice-president. “WM strives to be a collaborative community partner, and Joe consistently goes above and beyond to provide outstanding service while helping customers achieve and exceed their sustainability goals. We are proud to have him as a member of our team.”