Ron Dunin

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Ron Dunin (1918-2004) was a three-term mayor of San Luis Obispo, California.

He was born in Poland. From 1938-1945 he was a member of the Polish forces, serving in Poland, France, and the United Kingdom, receiving decorations from all three countries. In 1965, he moved from the United Kingdom to San Luis Obispo County, and became a member and chairperson of many city and civic boards and committees.

In 1977, he was elected to the City Council. In 1985, he was elected as mayor, and served three terms, retiring in 1992. Upon his retirement, United States Speaker of the House Leon E. Panetta spoke on the floor of Congress to honor him.

He died on April 18, 2004.

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