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Adopt and present a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Phyllis S. Taynton, Auditor-Controller, upon her retirement from the Auditor-Controller’s Office with over 34 years of dedicated public service to Solano County (Supervisor Vasquez)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Auditor-Controller’s Office recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Phyllis S. Taynton, Auditor-Controller, upon her retirement from the Auditor-Controller’s Office with over 34 years of dedicated public service to Solano County.
SUMMARY AND DISCUSSION:
Phyllis S. Taynton began her public service career in 1990 as an Internal Auditor in the Auditor-Controller’s Office. She promoted to Senior Accountant in 1995 and promoted again to Principal Accountant in 1997, which was reclassified as Accounting Systems Manager and later reclassified as Chief Deputy Auditor-Controller. In 2005, Ms. Taynton was promoted to Assistant Auditor-Controller. On June 5, 2018, Ms. Taynton was elected by the citizens of Solano County as Auditor-Controller for a term commencing in January 2019. In December 2018, Ms. Taynton was appointed Auditor-Controller to complete the remaining term of the retiring Auditor-Controller. On January 7, 2019, Ms. Taynton was sworn in as Auditor-Controller and began the first of two terms as elected Auditor-Controller.
All through her years of County service, Ms. Taynton made significant contributions to the County, including the publishing of the County’s Popular Annual Financial Report, provided leadership on implementation of the new property tax system, national and statewide recognition of excellence in financial reporting, participation and served as a chairperson in the various committees with the State Association of County Auditors, and with the State Controller’s Office. Also, Ms. Taynton was a key member on both the County’s Pension and Debt Advisory Committees.
Ms. Taynton will retire from Solano County on June 5, 2024, after serving the citizens of Solano County for over 34 years. Ms. Taynton has gained the respect of County elected officials, department heads, staff, and local agencies through her demonstrated fiscal knowledge and abilities, and strong ethical standards and unwavering commitment to being accountable to the taxpayers.
Ms. Taynton will be greatly missed, especially her contagious smile, that brings joy and positivity to our workplace. We wish Ms. Taynton a long, happy, healthy, well-deserved retirement.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The cost of preparing the resolution and plaque of appreciation is included in the Board of Supervisor’s FY2023/24 Working Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board could choose not to adopt this resolution and approve this plaque of appreciation; however, this is not recommended because this is an opportunity to recognize Phyllis S. Taynton for her exceptional dedication and outstanding contributions to the County.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION