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Receive a presentation from the Department of General Services on the selection of JoAnn Epperson for the "Employee of the Month" Parking Program for August 2015
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board receive a presentation by the Department of General Services on the selection of JoAnn Epperson as the August 2015 "Employee of the Month" for the County Administration Center Parking Program making her eligible to use the parking space designated for this purpose.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The "Employee of the Month" Parking Program for County employees has been in place since September 13, 2005, with a rotating monthly departmental assignment where departments may recognize an employee for their outstanding efforts by providing the use of a special parking space in the County Parking Garage for one month.
August 2015 has been selected as the month for General Services to recognize one of its exemplary employees: JoAnn Epperson. In November 2010, JoAnn started County employment as a Buyer in the General Services Department and has excelled in this capacity. JoAnn came to the County after serving 9 years in the private sector as a Buyer for Orchard Supply Hardware. She has been able to apply her extensive knowledge from the private sector to benefit the taxpayers of Solano County in knowing the marketplace from both buyer and seller perspectives. JoAnn is highly respected by her peers, has a wonderful sense of humor and is very committed to her duties as a Buyer and demonstrates strong work ethic acting as a dedicated employee working to provide excellent service to County departments. JoAnn is the consummate multi-tasker; she advises departments on the most appropriate methods to procure goods and services in the most expeditious manner, she manages the County's vending concession contract and is largely responsi...
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