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Receive a 2017 California State Association of Counties - Excess Insurance Authority EAGLE Award to the Solano County Nut Tree Airport to recognize Excellence in Implementation of New Risk Management Program for the Airport Obstruction Removal Program and Projects
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of General Services recommends that the Board of Supervisors receive a 2017 California State Association of Counties (CSAC) - Excess insurance Authority (EIA) EAGLE Award for Solano County Nut Tree Airport to recognize Excellence in Implementation of New Risk Management Program for the Airport Obstruction Removal Program and Projects. The award will be presented by Rick Brush, Chief Member Services Officer, CSAC EIA.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The California State Association of Counties-EIA Exemplary Achievement in Government Leadership and Enrichment (EAGLE) Awards Program recognizes members for excellence in risk management by recognizing professional contributions and achievements. In addition, the EIA promotes an atmosphere to encourage members to strive for excellence and innovation.
Solano County's Obstruction Removal Program at the Nut Tree Airport is being recognized to receive the 2017 EAGLE Award for Excellence in Implementation of New Risk Management Program from CSAC EIA. Large groves of eucalyptus trees were identified as a hazard to the safe flight of airplanes operating at Nut Tree Airport. The Airport worked with multiple agencies to remove the obstructions and replant native trees for habitat mitigation and preservation. The safety of airplanes and passengers was improved and the offset of native plantings ensured environmental preservation. The agencies included the City of Vacaville, Solano County Water Agency, Solano Community College, the Jimmy Doolittle Center and the State Department of Fish & Wildlife. The program also ach...
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