HomeMy WebLinkAboutTC Res 2013-06-19 (8)Resolution No. 24 -2013
A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon
Commending Public Works Foreman John McKelvie upon his
Retirement from the Tiburon Public Works Department
WHEREAS, John began his career at the Tiburon Public Works Department in December, 1969,
where he worked until September 16, 1983, as a Maintenance Worker II;
WHEREAS, John then took a job in the Reno, Nevada, Public Works Department but after three
years he returned to the Town of Tiburon on October 6, 1986, and has worked here ever
since;
WHEREAS, John has been a dedicated employee of the Tiburon Public Works Department for a
total of 39 cumulative years and has participated in the completion of many public works
projects including the construction of the new Town Hall and Police Department, the
installation of the downtown plaza fountain, Coming About, and various other public
works throughout the town;
WHEREAS, John led the Public Works staff year after year in helping to maintain and protect
the public streets and rights -of -way, especially during our winter storms, many times
diverting disaster from flooding and downed trees.
WHEREAS, John has been a leader and mentor to staff during his tenure at Public Works, and
his unwavering dedication speaks to his exemplary strength of character.
NOW THEREFORE, the Town Council of the Town of Tiburon does hereby heartily thank and
congratulate John McKelvie for his 39 years of distinguished service to the Town of
Tiburon upon his retirement from the Tiburon Public Works Department, and extends its
sincere best wishes for all future success in his life.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tiburon Town Council on June 19, 2013.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Doyle, Fraser, Fredericks, O'Donnell
EMMETT O'DONNELL, MAYOR
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DIANE CRANE IA,COPI, TOWN CLERK