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Adopt and present a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Shirley Tavare, Senior Agricultural Biologist/Weights and Measures Inspector, upon her retirement from the Solano County Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures, with over 23 years of dedicated service (Chair Vasquez)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Shirley Tavare, Senior Agricultural Biologist/Weights and Measures Inspector, upon her retirement from the Solano County Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures with over 23 years of dedicated service.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
On May 12, 1994, Shirley Tavare began her career with the Solano County Department of Agriculture Weights and Measures.
During Ms. Tavare’s tenure as a member of the department, she has worked diligently to provide services to the farming community and the public. Ms. Tavare has always embraced the goal of excellence in delivery of services. She is one of the best report writers within the department, and it is the quality of her work that sets her apart. Ms. Tavare takes the time to research questions for growers on regulatory issues and serves as the “go to” person for more inexperienced staff. During her employment, the Department has undergone many changes, moving program priorities and shifting to a more digital world. Ms. Tavare has lent her thoughtful insights as a staff member identifying the potential impacts, both positive and negative of these changes.
The Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures will not be the same, as Ms. Tavare’s colleagues and friends at Solano County will greatly miss her, and we wish her a happy and well-deserved retirement.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The costs associated with preparing the agenda item is nominal and absorbed by the department’s FY2017/18 Adopted Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the resolution materials and plaque are included in the Board’s FY2017/18 Adopted Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board of Supervisors could choose not to adopt this resolution and plaque of appreciation; however, this is not recommended as this is an opportunity to recognize Shirley Tavare’s dedication and service to Solano County and its citizens.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
There is no other agency involvement.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION