Presentation of the Staff Recognition Program. City of Culver City California City Council Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: 10/10/05 AGENDA ITEM: Presentation of the Staff Recognition Program Item Number: A 2 Contact Person/Dept.: Serena Wright Phone Number: (310) 253 5640 Fiscal Impact: Yes Public Hearing: Public Notification: Master Notification List 10/5/ 05 All City Staff on 10/5/ 05 General Fund: Yes X No Attachments: X X No Action Item: x Department Approval: Jerry Fulwood 10/3/05 City Controller Approval: Mary Noller 10/4/05 RECOMMENDATION CAO Approval: Scott Bixby for Jerry Fulwood 10/4/05 That the City Council receive the presentation of the Staff Recognition Program. BACKGROUND The Staff Recognition Committee was established in February 2004 to develop an employee recognition program. The goal of the program is to provide a medium in which employees can be recognized for excellent customer/public service going beyond the call of duty creativity team work and having a pleasant attitude towards members of the public and fellow employees. The committee s first event was initiated with an Employee Appreciation dinner held in November 2004 which was a huge success. Over 700 active and retired employees as well as past and present elected officials appeared at the celebration at the Ivy Sub Station. The next scheduled event will take place on November 4 2006 at Veteran s Memorial Building Auditorium. DISCUSSION The Staff Recognition Committee is open to all city employees to either become an active member or submit their input. The current membership is comprised of 12 member volunteers from various departments; the committee is currently seeking additional members. Volunteers must have prior supervisory approval before joining due to the time commitment required. City of Culver City California City Council Agenda Item Report The primary duties and responsibilities of the committee include: Coordinate events and awards for exemplary employee performance Plan an...
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