2008-09-20 00:39:01 -

www.trivalleybank.com - Tri-Valley Bank (OTCBB:TRVB), today announced that Glen C. Terry, its President & CEO is resigning to pursue another career opportunity. Mr. Terry commented: "In the time I have been with Tri-Valley Bank, I have been impressed with the strength of its franchise and the quality of the staff. I regret the brevity of my tenure".

Chairman of the Board, Jim Snell stated, "We at Tri-Valley Bank thank Glen for his service and the leadership that he provided. The Board of Directors and Executive Management remain confident that the Bank, given the sound fundamentals in place, will continue on its current path of stable, consistent and measured growth. The Board of Directors remains confident, knowing that CCO John

Rockwell, together with CFO Eugene Jeanne, will capably direct the Bank during this transition".

Who we are. Tri-Valley Bank is headquartered in San Ramon and maintains an office in Livermore. The Bank's principal focus is to provide premier financial services to individuals, small and middle market commercial businesses, as well as executives and professionals located in its market communities.

Visit Tri-Valley Bank's website at: www.trivalleybank.com.

Tri-Valley Bank
John D. Rockwell, 925-791-4340
Executive Vice President
Chief Credit Officer