Agenda 10/12/2010 Item # 5B
.Agenda Item I~o. 56
October 12, 2010
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to recognize James Sparks, Environmental Specialist, Pollution
Control Department, as the Employee of the Month for September 2010.
OBJECTIVE: To recognize James Sparks, Environmental Specialist, as the Employee of the
Month for September 2010.
CONSIDERATIONS: James Sparks has been nominated as the "Employee of the Month" for
September 2010. James, an employee of the County since 2005, works in the Pollution Control
Department.
As an Environmental Specialist, James is focused on protecting fresh water resources in the
County from all sources of pollution. He exceeds expectations and leads others by setting an
example with his strong work ethic. He encourages both internal and external agencies to share
ideas and resources to accomplish goals more efficiently. Examples of James' efforts include
conducting hazardous waste educational sessions and informative lectures at local schools,
associations and golf courses and writing the Collier County Annual Hazardous Waste
Newsletter. He also works with Code Enforcement to assist with unknown substances, helps
with environmental cleanups and waste cleanouts at abandoned properties and volunteers for
the Household Hazardous Waste programs hosted by the Solid Waste Department. He works
hard to present feasible solutions to inspection related issues and pollution complaints, often
staying after hours to follow up on items. James has worked diligently to receive numerous
certifications, attend trainings and is also studying to become a Certified Hazardous Materials
Manager.
James is a team player and an ambassador of the County. He is truly deserving of this award.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item presents no legal issues. - JAK
FISCAL IMPACT: The selected "Employee of the Month" receives a $150.00 cash award.
Funds are available in the employee's Budget Cost Center.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no growth management impact associated with
this Executive Summary.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve the recognition of James Sparks as the "Employee of the
Month" for September 2010.
PREPARED BY: Brittney Mahon, Human Resources Analyst, Department of Human
Resources
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Agenda Item No. 56
October 12, 2010
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COLLIER COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
56
Recommendation to recognize James Sparks. Environmental Specialist. Pollution Control
Department. as the Employee of the Month for September 2010.
10112/20109:00:00 AM
Prepared By
Brittney Mahon
Administrative Services
Division
Human Resources Analyst
Date
Approved By
Human Resources
9/28/20109:15:43 AM
Amy Lyberg
Administrative Services
Division
Director ~ Human Resources
Date
Approved By
Human Resources
9/28120101:40 PM
Len Golden Price
Administrative Service~
Division
Administrator - Administrative Services
Date
Administrative Services Division
9/28/20103:05 PM
Approved By
OMS Coordinator
County Manager's Office
Date
OfficE of Management & Budget
9/30:201010:42 AM
Approved By
Therese Stanley
Office of Management &.
Budget
Manager - Operations. Support - Trans
Date
Approved By
Office of Management & Budget
10f112010 11:03 AM
Michael Sheffield
Assistant to the c.ounty Manager
Date
County Managers Office
1011/20103:39 PM