Today I am looking for posts from all of you about the city employees, council member, or anyone involved in local government that you think deserves a little praise. Perhaps if we all took a little time to thank people now and then we would get along a little better.
Today I am going to thank Jodee Schwinn. Jodee is the City Clerk. I write the City Council report every two weeks for the River Current News and I have to have my articles done by Sunday night to meet the publishing deadline. Jodee often will go to city hall after the Thursday night council meetings and take the recording and burn it onto a disk for me. Without her extra effort the city council report would likely not get put in the paper until a week later and for that I think we all owe her a big thank you.
So here's to you Jodee! Thanks and keep up the good work.
Alana McCoy - Project Manager. Kept us informed about the street project on 275th Ave. Came out to meet me personally at my home, marked out the boundaries for us, and answered all my questions. She has left us detailed blueprints and helped me get in contact with the contractor. Good experience so far and I'm looking forward to the finished product.
ReplyDeleteChief Merryman. He has put together an outstanding police force and is an all around great guy. We are very lucky to have him in our city.
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They may not be government employees, but I'd like to thank the Duvall Historical Society. I'm grateful for the books that record our fine past and the preservavtion of the Dougherty House and Depot, so that enjoy them for the future.
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Councilmember, Gerard Cattin. He often asks thoughtful questions that show his concern for longterm planning.
ReplyDeleteCouncilmember, Vicki Edwards. As a minority voice on the council at times, she represents what most of us (the citizens) want: someone who is cautious about tax increases and government involvement.
Lara and Amy of the planning department. Two people who care deeply, are dedicated and have given up many hours from their families to do city work.
ReplyDeleteJodi Lee, always pulling us through the details of city business, effective and dependable, gets the job done.
Mike Fisher, public works, proves how valuable he is when you have a snow storm or critical issue. Thankful for his dedication
Harry, finance, his expertise was invaluable in the budget process. Another dedicated person who cares about this community.
Council Member Gary Gill. A voice of reason and rational thought and now a true leader in his role as Mayor Pro Tem. A genuine and honest person who is well respected due to his unwavering moral code and balance of ideals.
Council Member Elizabeth Walker who has spent countless hours working on a variety of projects for the city, giving above and beyond the standard. Another person who brings rational thought to the conversation and cares deeply for this community.
Council Member Amy Okerlander who has actively been bringing awareness and ideas regarding the process of government and how to make it more open and accessible to the public. I believe that is something many of you wanted, and she has been an advocate for that since coming into office.
Council Member Glen Kuntz. A strong leader, a visionary and someone who will make the hard choices and not waiver. A person who knows how to get the job done.
Council Member Gerard Cattin. A thoughtful and considerate council member, not afraid to ask the hard questions.
Steve L. City engineer. Highly capable and under a limited budget, willing to juggle many responsibilities in this new economy.
This list could continue, there are many more to add. But in the big picture I suppose you could say that we have a fantastic crew working for our city.
Don't forget Boyd Benson, Public Works - he always has solid answers to the public's questions.
ReplyDeleteWhile there are those who get worked up about issues without having all of the facts - based on conversations with friends or neighbors - we are fortunate to have a city staff that can take a step back and provide "just the facts" about any given issue that has raised controvery amongst a minority, or more. We are so blessed as a community that the City of Duvall staff take their jobs seriously and work every day to improve the quality of life for all of us who live in Duvall through listening to our community and taking an active role in it before bringing policies to the council.
Seriously, Duvall is extremely fortunate to have a city staff that is invested in our future. (Keep in mind, many of them LIVE in the City.)
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
the Duvall Days people. I LOVE that our town has such a great summer tradition. Keep it up!
ReplyDeleteThese are all great comments. I will also throw a shout out to Mayor Ibershof. We have at times disagreed on issues and candidates but he has always been gracious and willing to talk. He is always ready to listen and this is greatly appreciated.
ReplyDeleteDitto on that. I appreciate the work that Mayor Ibershof does for our town. He is kind and hard-working.
ReplyDeleteAnd I notice that Diane Brudnicki was not mentioned in the above lists (maybe she wrote one?), but I want to thank her and all council members for the time they give. As an advocate for the arts, I especially appreciate Diane's experience there and the role she can continue to play in making this a great "art town."
And one more: Thanks to the those who serve on comissions and especially to Paige Denison and the Library Board as they work hard at this important time. - Carolyn Durant
-Carolyn Durant
Let’s give “props” to the people who share positive and constructive comments on this site. Thomas, thanks for making this forum possible. To the rest: stick to the issue – Open and Accountable Government! :) -Jane
ReplyDeleteProps to the Cities Staff and Council for being open and accountable.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the staff is open and accountable.
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