To: Board of Supervisors
From: Warren Lai, Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Report Title: Recognizing Andre Johnson for 40 years of service to Contra Costa County
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
ADOPT a resolution recognizing Andre Johnson for 40 years of service to Contra Costa County, as recommended by the Public Works Director.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact.
BACKGROUND:
See ceremonial resolution.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
None.
The Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County, California
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IN THE MATTER OF Recognizing the contributions of Andre Johnson on the occasion of his 40 years of service to Contra Costa County
WHEREAS, on August 9, 1985, Andre Johnson began his career with Contra Costa County as an Institutional Services Aide for the Health Services Department at the County Hospital; and
WHEREAS, in 1995, Andre continued his career at the Public Works Department as a Laborer in the Maintenance Division; and
WHEREAS, in 1996, Andre received a Public Works Safe Driver Award; and
WHEREAS, in October 2002, Andre was presented with an “Award of Excellence” for his efforts on Franklin Canyon Road as part of the 2002 Chip Seal Crew; and
WHEREAS, in August 2007, Andre was presented with an “Award of Excellence” for his excellent customer service in recognizing neighborhood demographics and suggesting notices for the chip seal season be sent in both English and Spanish languages; and
WHEREAS, in November 2008, Andre received a J. Michael Walford Team of the Year award for his contributions to the 2008 Chip Seal Crew, for taking pride in their work and striving to do their best for a successful chip seal season under challenging circumstances; and
WHEREAS, in March 2009, Andre was presented with an “Award of Excellence” for his efforts in clearing culverts and keeping pumps running through the night to alleviate flooding in Montalvin Manor after recent storms; and
WHEREAS, in December 2024, Andre received a J. Michael Walford Team of the Year award for his contributions to the 2023 Maintenance Emergency Response Team, for their efforts in responding to the challenging 2023 winter storm season. The team worked tirelessly around the clock to assess damage and restore access to residents; and
WHEREAS, Andre has had the experience of working with all the Public Works Maintenance crews where he obtained many valuable experiences; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: that the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors does hereby recognize and honor Andre Johnson for his 40 years of service, and gives its full appreciation for his dedicated service to the Public Works Department and the people of this County.
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