Vineyarder Paulo DeOliveira, the register of deeds for Dukes County, was honored by Rep. Thomas Moakley at the State House last month for his dedication to public service.

Mr. DeOliveira was recognized at Latino Excellence on the Hill, an annual event honoring leaders from Latino communities across Massachusetts, for his work in the Island community and at the Register of Deeds since being elected in 2016.

“[Mr. DeOliveira] has modernized the Registry through innovative system upgrades that have made services more efficient, convenient, and accessible for the public and professionals alike,” said a statement from Rep. Moakley’s office.

Mr. DeOliveira was born in Brazil and has lived on the Island since 2006, where he has served in a variety of positions of community leadership. In addition to volunteering as a firefighter with the Edgartown Fire Department, he serves on the Edgartown financial advisory committee, the board of trustees for Martha’s Vineyard Hospital and Windemere Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and the Edgartown master plan steering committee, among others.

Mr. Moakley praised Mr. DeOliveira’s accomplishments and commitment to his work.

“A hard worker with a passion for public service, Paulo is an example to the entire Martha’s Vineyard Community,” Mr. Moakley said.