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November 1, 2007 Issue

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Employee Appreciation Day
a Success

City Manager Larry Groth presents City Attorney Art Pertile with an award for his support of the United Way. (More photos)


City employees enjoyed some friendly competition while raising funds for the United Way.

The 2nd annual City of Waco Employee Appreciation Day was held on Oct. 19 at the Waco Convention Center. Through the various contests, employees raised $1,309.87 for the United Way.

Some of the fiercest competition could be found among the participants in the basketball shooting contest. In the individual category, Randy Childers, Inspection Services, was the best free throw shooter and Anthony Betters, Water Utilities, was the best three point shooter.

In the team category, the best free throw shooters were Art Pertile, City Attorney; Earl Stinnett, Parks & Recreation; and Bryan Gray, Purchasing. The best three point shooting team included Ezell Scott, Parks & Recreation; along with Anthony Betters and Travis Daniels, both from Water Utilities.

The pumpkin decorating contest winner was the Human Resources department with an artistic creation resembling a hamburger.

The winner of the cake decorating contest was Ryntha Dorough, Water Utilities, with the theme of “Dreaming of a White Christmas.” The “Who’s That Baby Contest” resulted in a tie. Susan Curry and Karen Clark both won spa treatments for matching the most employees with their baby pictures.

During the celebration, City Manager Larry Groth presented an award to Art Pertile to thank him for his support of our annual United Way campaign. Over the years, Pertile has agreed to be dunked, weighed and pelted with golf balls all for a good cause!

While many employees completed their United Way pledge cards at the event, employees have until Nov. 7 to turn in their cards if they were unable to attend the celebration.

Feast of Sharing

The annual H-E-B Feast of Sharing is scheduled for Nov. 28 at the Waco Convention Center. The free holiday meal is open to the community. The feast will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. In addition to the meal, H-E-B will make the Feast of Sharing dinner a memorable evening by providing entertainment for all ages, including a fun-filled children’s activity area organized by the City of Waco Parks and Recreation Department.

Ride Cameron Park

The Parks and Recreation Department and Bicycles Outback will host the 3rd annual Ride Cameron Park Mountain Bike Clinic on the weekend of Nov. 3.

The event is designed for women to learn about mountain biking and ride through the trails in Cameron Park. Camping, meals and professional instruction are included in the event. For cost information or to register, call 750-8057.

 

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Waco Solid Waste Driver Named
One of the Top Drivers in the U.S.

You may remember earlier this year one of our own, Richard Perkins, won first place at a state-level competition for Solid Waste drivers. The competition involves a complicated obstacle course the drivers must complete with narrow lanes, sudden stops and backing maneuvers.

Richard’s first place win made him eligible to compete at the Internationals, against drivers from all over the United States. It came as no surprise to us that he again took top prize in his category! We’re proud of you, Richard!

City Staff Spotlight

New Employees

The Public Health District would like to welcome Jennifer Morgan, planner.

Solid Waste Services welcomes the following equipment operators: Mike Heaton, Anthony White and David Chinn, as well as Randall Kyle, service provider.

Promotions James Stokes, Finance, was promoted from Sr. Financial Analyst to Financial Supervisor over payroll. James has over 20 years of payroll and accounting experience, and he will be a strong asset to the area.

Congratulations

Marlene Neill, Municipal Information, has been elected to serve as the secretary for the Southwest District Board of the Public Relations Society of America for 2008.

Moving On

Art Pertile, City Attorney, is leaving the City of Waco after almost 16 years of service. A farewell reception for Art is scheduled for Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Waco Convention Center.

Chief Alberto Melis, Police Department, has left the City of Waco after more than seven years of service. A farewell reception was held for Melis on Oct. 1. Brent Stroman has been appointed to serve as the Interim Police Chief.

Wetlands Workshop

The Lake Waco Wetlands is hosting a workshop on Nov. 3 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. regarding backyard landscaping tips for attracting wildlife. The workshop will be led by staff from the Texas Parks and Wildlife department. For more information, call 848-9654.

Brazos River Cleanup

Keep Waco Beautiful and the City of Waco Parks & Recreation Department will host the annual Brazos River Cleanup on Saturday, Nov. 10 from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Registration will be at the Bledsoe Miller Recreation Center Pavilion.

Volunteers should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Groups will be cleaning the Brazos River shoreline and the Herring Street ditch, which feeds into the river. For more information, call 750-5728.

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