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Adopt and present a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Correctional Officer Thomas Porter upon his retirement from the Sheriff’s Office with over 32 years of dedicated public service to Solano County (Supervisor Spering)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Sheriff recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution and plaque of appreciation honoring Correctional Officer Thomas Porter upon his retirement from the Sheriff’s Office with over 32 years of dedicated public service to Solano County.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Thomas Porter began his service with the Sheriff’s Office as an extra-help Correctional Officer on September 26, 1985 and was appointed as a full-time Correctional Officer Trainee on December 29, 1985. Officer Porter was promoted to a journey level Correctional Officer position on September 21, 1986.
During his service as a Correctional Officer with the Sheriff’s Office, Officer Porter worked nearly every assignment within the three Solano County custody facilities. Officer Porter placed officer safety as his paramount concern and was persistent in ensuring his peers went home safely after every shift. Officer Porter was a consummate professional while on duty; he consistently presented a pleasant demeanor and was committed to putting forth his best effort every day.
Officer Porter was a highly valued member of the Sheriff’s Office and will be greatly missed by his friends and coworkers. The resolution honors Officer Porter for his 32 years of service and commends his dedication and public service to Solano County. Officer Porter’s official last date of employment with the Sheriff’s Office was February 3, 2018.
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 may elect not to award the resolution and plaque of appreciation; however, this is not recommended, as this is an opportunity to honor Custody Lieutenant Thomas Porter for his 32 years of dedicated public service to the Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of Solano County.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION