History

TED L. DARIO (1934-1996)

Early in 1991 Ted began organizing the construction of the LAWDP Rodeo Grounds at the Granada Hills Service Center. The First Annual LADWP Lineman’s Rodeo was held on June 15th of that year. Each year teh top winnings teams of the local rodeo are sent to compete in the International Lineman’s Rodeo Competition in Kansas City, Missouri. Ted remained actively involved in the rodeo in running the rodeo until his retirement in 1996.

In addition to his work with the local rodeo, Ted also served as a cheif and was a member of the executive board of the national lineman’s rodeo.

Ted’s commitment to safety, training, brotherhood and excellence in line work was not only his job but his passion.