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Adopt a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Frances Stokes, Organizational Development and Training Officer, upon her retirement from the Department of Human Resources with nearly 25 years of dedicated public service to Solano County
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Human Resources recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Frances Stokes, Organizational Development and Training Officer, upon her retirement from the Department of Human Resources with nearly 25 years of dedicated public service to Solano County.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Frances Stokes began her career with Solano County as a Clerk in the Department of Health and Social Services on October 5, 1998. On April 4, 1999, she was competitively promoted to a Personnel Technician (Entry) in the Department of Human Resources and subsequently promoted to Personnel Analyst (Entry) on February 29, 2000. Ms. Stokes separated from the County on December 28, 2000; however, she returned on October 14, 2003, as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Analyst in Human Resources. On November 20, 2005, she was competitively promoted to EEO Compliance Officer. On June 10, 2012, Ms. Stokes competitively promoted to the County’s Organizational Development and Training Officer, where she remained until her retirement.
Throughout her extensive career with the County of Solano, Ms. Stokes has played a pivotal role in strengthening Human Resources’ operations across numerous functional areas. She has consistently brought insight, professionalism, and dedication to every role. Ms. Stokes’ ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues, leadership, and community partners has fostered a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Her deep understanding of Human Resource practices, from compliance and equal employment opportunity to workforce development and organizational effectiveness, has helped ensure that County programs operate with fairness, transparency, and excellence. As a trusted advisor and subject-matter expert, Ms. Stokes has guided the organization through complex personnel matters and advanced initiatives that promote equity, employee growth, and operational improvement. Her commitment to integrity and service has left a meaningful and lasting contribution to both the Department of Human Resources and the County of Solano as a whole.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The cost associated with preparing the agenda item is nominal and absorbed by the Department’s FY2025/26 Working Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the plaque are included in the Board’s FY2025/26 Working Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board may elect not to adopt a resolution or a plaque of appreciation; however, this is not recommended, as this is an opportunity to honor Frances Stokes for her years of public service to the Department of Human Resources and the citizens of Solano County.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION