To: Board of Supervisors
From: Dan M. Mierzwa, Treasurer-Tax Collector
Report Title: Recognizing Marcus E. Wright for 40 Years of service to Contra Costa County, as recommended by the Treasurer-Tax Collector
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
ADOPT a Resolution recognizing Marcus E. Wright, Tax Compliance Officer-Advance, for his 40 years of devoted public service to Contra Costa County and for contributions he rendered to the Treasurer-Tax Collector and residents of Contra Costa County.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
BACKGROUND:
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CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County, California
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IN THE MATTER OF
The Board of Supervisors does hereby recognize and thank Marcus E. Wright for his 40 years of devoted public service to Contra Costa County and for selfless contributions he rendered to the Treasurer-Tax Collector and residents of Contra Costa.
WHEREAS,
Marcus E. Wright began his career with Contra Costa County Treasurer-Tax Collector on September 15, 1986, as a temporary field collector under Alfred "Al" Lomeli, former CCC Treasurer-Tax Collector. Al Lomeli gave Marcus a job opportunity and told him: "You get more with honey than with vinegar and salt." Marcus delivered seizure notices to property owners in delinquency. He was always prepared to help Taxpayers with their needs, representing the office with professionalism and statesmanship.
WHEREAS,
As a Tax Compliance Officer, Marcus later performed responsible and specialized collections involving delinquent unsecured property taxes owed to the County, which included telephone contact, establishing repayment schedules, explaining County policies and legal requirements, preparing correspondence, maintaining records, and fulfilling legal requirements. He was effective in his role because of his charismatic personality, approachable demeanor, and gentle and patient approach with Taxpa...
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