Thank you to Polly Trottenberg, the Deputy Secretary at the Department of Transportation, who has served throughout her career tirelessly and tenaciously on behalf of the public progress and safety on the roads and in the air. Having seen her leadership up-close, I can attest to the integrity she shows, the commitment to higher purpose she has, the teams she builds and the difference she makes. And Happy Public Service Recognition Week to all those who serve the public!
CARING IS SHARING YOUR LOVE FOR PEOPLE.
My name is Chickitha King. I have been a public servant for approximately 14 years. Each year, I focus on making intentional moves to be victorious in my personal life, business life as well as serving the citizens of Texas. I want to thank all of my staff (Karen Long, Lawanda Heard, Stacy Martin, Felicia Williams, and Lasaunda Wall, my peers (Region 3 Program Managers) and my leadership (Jason Thompson, Stephanie Lee and Steve Whiteside) who has contributed and supported my journey as a new program manager. In this role, I am extremely grateful that I can affect the change I aspire to manifest.
Thank you to Anne Mangiardi, Brandon Hickman, Davin Dahl, Emma Garrison, Hayley Somers, Janna Gomez, John Ridge, Kevin Chen, Leo Urrutia, Ryann Hardman, and Shelby Krantz for all the amazing work you do for the State of Colorado. You do so much within the Colorado Attorney General's Office to represent our clients and support the rule of law. Thank you so much!
I want to take a moment to express my deep gratitude for not only being in public service but appreciation for all those who serve as public servants with my agency, VDH. Each and every one of them plays an integral role in our communities, and their contributions do not go unnoticed. From our administrative staff to technology experts, finance professionals to human resources professionals, their dedication and hard work keep our agency running smoothly. Their behind-the-scenes efforts ensure that essential services are delivered effectively and efficiently. To my clients and colleagues, whether you're working in government and regulatory affairs, public health and preparedness, population health, or community health services, your commitment to serving the public is truly commendable. You make a difference in people's lives every single day, and for that, I am incredibly proud of the work you do. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, your tireless efforts, and your selfless service as public servants. You are the backbone of our communities, and your work is deeply valued and appreciated. Keep making a difference, because every role matters, and every individual contribution counts.
I would like to thank my team at the Social Security Administration field office in Chicago-Lawndale, for their amazing service every day to the American public!
Thank you to all the Forest Service Engineers and Operators who manage a road system of over 350,000 miles on less than a shoe string budget. We all appreciate it and please hang in there and keep trying.
The team is celebrating 30 years of Carolyn Hundley service. Always going the extra mile by educating and helping colleagues who need their technical knowledge. Carolyn has successfully participated in several projects in addition she is an expert in several applications and products which makes her one of the best assets we have at the agency.
Mr. Hunt is an amazing supervisor and goes above and beyond to train everyone on the team to the extent that they feel comfortable in their job duties and understand why they do what they do. He is always upbeat and willing to help at any time. One of the best supervisors of my 24 Government year career.
Through challenges and triumphs, your unyielding commitment shines like a guiding star. Your hard work fuels our collective achievements. With every task you tackle, you redefine what it means to go the extra mile. So, whatever your roles and duties, your unwavering dedication to your work is what drives our agency's success in fulfilling its mission. Please take a moment to celebrate your hard work and achievements as public servants. Thank you, thank you, thank you!