Employee Service AwardsEmployee Service AwardsSeptember 14, 2010September 14, 2010

Board of County Board of County Commissioner’s Commissioner’s

Employee Service Employee Service AwardsAwards

• Today’s honorees are recognized for Today’s honorees are recognized for outstanding service and dedicationoutstanding service and dedication

Community & Community & Environmental Environmental

Services Services Parks and RecreationParks and Recreation

• Bill was born and raised in Orlando and graduated from Evans High School and the University of Central Florida.

William R. Thomas 25 Years

• He joined Orange County in 1985 at Parks and Recreation.

• Bill has been promoted several times and is currently a Planner III.

• He helped bring over $21 million in recreational trail and park grants to the County and helped initiate the West Orange Trail Project.

Bill Thomas - 25 Years• Bill has served as Orange County’s representative

on the MPO Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee since 1991.

• He has also served as the local government representative on the Florida Greenways and Trails Council.

• Bill has three children and two grandchildren.• In his spare time, he enjoys running, sailing,

photography and ballroom dancing.*

CorrectionsCorrections Community Corrections Community Corrections

• Don was born in Philadelphia, and has lived in Washington, D.C. and Alaska.

• He graduated from Edgewater High School, UCF and Rollins College.

Donald L. Pittman - 20 Years

• Don joined Orange County in 1990 to work at Court Alternatives.

• He is a founding member of the Florida Association of Community Corrections and the 1st recipient of the FACC President’s Award.

Donald Pittman - 20 Years• Don has served as Corrections Administrative

Supervisor for all 20 years with the County.• He has been married to Patsy for 39 years and

they have two children: Jessica, 30; and Tim, 26; along with one grandchild: Henry, 2 and one more on the way.

• Don loves reading, golfing, and music.• He volunteers with the Hope and Help Center

Advisory Board, Juvenile Detention Center Community Advisory Board, Everest University Community Advisory Board and the Orange County Domestic Violence Task Force. *

CorrectionsCorrections

Security Operations Security Operations

• Ivette has attended Inter American University of Puerto Rico, Mid- Florida Tech, Blackstone School of Law and Florida Metropolitan University.

Ivette M. Garcia 25 Years

• Ivette was hired as a Control Desk Monitor at Corrections in 1985. Two years later she was accepted into the Corrections Academy.

Ivette Garcia- 25 Years

• Ivette started at Central Booking and has worked at the Main Facility, with the Road Crew, at Whitcomb, the Booking Release Center and Main Control.

• She has been promoted to Field Training Officer Investigator, Corporal and Sergeant. She’s a member of the Security Threat Group.

• Ivette has received numerous awards and certificates, including: Community Service Award, Teamwork Award for the ACA Accreditation and Outstanding Service. *

Mark A. Zwolinski - 25 Years

• Mark was hired in 1985 to work at Corrections Administrative Services - Food Services Division and helped to transition this unit to a privatized service.

• Mark was born in Baton Rouge, LA and moved to Central Florida in 1983.

• He graduated from George S. Parker High School in Janesville, WI and the University of Wisconsin-Parkside.

Mark Zwolinski - 25 Years• Mark has worked on many projects including: * The Departmental Therapeutic Diet Manual

* Institutional Laundry Machine Installation Project

* Warehouse Relocation

* Kitchen Oven Removal Project

* Hurricane and Preparedness Operational Readiness

• He has earned numerous awards: Distinguished Service, Meritorious Service, Award of Excellence, Scholastic Achievement and Several Teamwork Awards.

• Mark is proud to say that he has been instrumental in the serving of more than 72 million meals.

• He has been married to Judith for 29 years and they have two children: Melissa, 28; and Jennifer, 25.

• In his spare time, Mark enjoys renovations, reading, movies, target shooting, woodworking and gardening. *

CorrectionsCorrections

Professional Services Professional Services

County County

AdministrationAdministration Business Development Business Development

• Sharon was born and raised in Orlando. She’s a graduate of Jones High School and the University of Phoenix.

• She is also a Navy veteran.

Sharon L. White - 20 Years

• Sharon was hired initially to work with District 9 Medical Examiner Office.

• She has also worked with Capital Projects and Facilities Management.

• Sharon created, edited and published the first Facilities Management Newsletter.

Sharon White – 20 Years

• Sharon has worked with the Orange County Social Committee, numerous United Way Campaigns, the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation and on the Muscular Dystrophy Jail/Bail Fundraiser.

• She lost her oldest daughter to cancer in 2003. Her youngest daughter will graduate next year (2011).

• Sharon’s hobbies include: writing, exercising, reading and crafting.

• She currently volunteers with the Kids Beating Cancer bone marrow donor drives along with the American Cancer Society and Jones High School Alumni Events. *

Family ServicesFamily Services Community ActionCommunity Action

• Cheryl was born and raised in Orlando. She’s a graduate of Jones High School, Valencia Community College, Florida A&M University and Florida Gulf Coast University.

Cheryl Renee King 20 Years

• She was hired in 1990 to work as a Senior Teacher Assistant at Head Start.

• Cheryl was promoted to Social Worker in 1996.

Cheryl King – 20 Years

• Cheryl has worked on the “Relay for Life” fundraiser, “Make a Difference Day” and Back to School fairs.

• She has volunteered with the Pyramid Club, the American Cancer Society, Girl Scouts of America, and as a Sunday School Teacher.

• She has three children, and one granddaughter: Sariyah.

• In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and working with children. *

Family ServicesFamily Services Head StartHead Start

• Virginia was born in Bethesda, MD and moved around quite a bit as a military dependent.

• Her family finally settled in Winter Park in 1967.

• Virginia joined Orange County in 1980 at Head Start.

Virginia W. Herring 30 Years

• She has also worked with the Pro-Pet Program, commodities distribution, energy assistance program, Victory Over Drugs and with the IRS to help people navigate the Earned Income Credit process.

Virginia Herring – 30 Years

• Virginia was a vital part of the Hurricane Andrew Recovery team helping emergency responders.

• She has a daughter, son-in-law and four grandchildren.

• Virginia is active with the New Covenant Perfecting Ministries Church in Apopka, where she has learned what it means to live life to the fullest.*

• Margaret was born in Orlando and lived in New York until returning to Orlando in 1980.

• She graduated from Jones High School and Columbia College.

Margaret A. Hamilton 30 Years

• Margaret is a licensed minister and is pursuing a degree in Theology at LOD International Bible College.

• In 1980, she came to work at Orange County’s Head Start Program.

Margaret Hamilton – 30 Years

• Margaret was the Department’s Employee of the Year in 2006.• She was Acting Center Manager at Lila Mitchell Community

Center and was promoted to Social Worker in 2008.• Margaret has worked with the Pro-Pet, LIHEAP, EHEAP,

Weatherization, Frontline Outreach Community Christmas, Eastern Stars Community Outreach, Evans Youth Outreach and Christ School Programs.

• She has been married to Wayne for 22 years and they have four children: Germane, Irvin, Richard and Shar-Dai (they lost their son Gregory).

• They have two grandchildren: Jakari and Ahjah.• In her spare time, Margaret enjoys ministering, worshipping,

traveling and shopping. *

Fire RescueFire Rescue OperationsOperations

• David was born in Knoxville, TN and moved to Central Florida in 1972.

• He graduated from Lyman High School, Seminole Community College and Columbia Southern University.

David W. Sullivan 25 Years

• Dave is a certified Building and Roofing Contractor.• He started with Fire Rescue in 1985, was promoted

to Engineer in 1995, Lieutenant in 2005 and Battalion Chief in 2008.

Dave Sullivan – 25 Years• Dave has received seven Unit Citations for

outstanding service.• He is an Officer and Battalion Academy

Instructor.• He has taught building construction classes

as it relates to Fire Service.• Dave has been married to Barbara for 27

years and they have two daughters: Kelly and Sarah.

• His hobbies include: Harley rides, boating, traveling and anything outdoors.*

Fire RescueFire Rescue LogisticsLogistics

• Jim was born in Whittier, CA, and moved to Central Florida in 1966.

• He graduated from Bishop Moore High School.

James W. Gaut 30 Years

• Jim was hired by the Killarney Fire Control District in 1980 and has been promoted to Engineer, Paramedic, Flight-Medic, Lieutenant, EMS Supervisor and Battalion Chief.

• He has participated in many program with Fire Rescue, including the mobile repeater program.

Jim Gaut – 30 Years• Jim has worked with the staff of many area high

rise buildings to prepare them in the event of emergency.

• He has also worked with the unified command project with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to coordinate a partnership during high risk incidents.

• Jim is also a contributing editor to the IFSTA book on high-rise and multi-story building fire operations.

• He has been married to Dayna for 19 years and they have one daughter: Christine.

• In his spare time, Jim enjoys outdoor activities, swimming and boating. *

Growth Growth ManagementManagement

Fiscal and AdministrationFiscal and Administration

• Bill was born in Erie, PA and moved to Orlando in the ‘50’s.

• He graduated from Evans High School and received his Engineering Degree from UCF.

• In 1990, Bill came to work for Orange County in the Data Center’s GIS Section.

William Frank Burkholder 20 Years

Bill Burkholder – 20 Years

• Bill transferred to the Utilities Department and later to Public Works. He is currently in the Growth Management, GIS Division.

• He has worked on converting and updating the County’s InfoMap system.

• Bill is married to Diane and they enjoy spending time together.*

Public WorksPublic WorksTraffic EngineeringTraffic Engineering

• Roger was born and raised in Orlando. He graduated from Evans High School and attended Mid-Florida Tech and Valencia Community College.

Roger Smith 20 Years

• He has been working in all aspects of traffic signals for 28 years including: signal cabinet building, trouble-shooting, repair, maintenance and installation.

• He has certifications for advanced work zone safety, Fiber Optics Installer, Level 3 Traffic Signal Technician and Level 1 Traffic Signs & Markings.

Roger Smith – 20 Years• Roger has been promoted several times, from Supervisor to

Signal Foreman, to Coordinator.• He helped to initiate the Intelligent Transportation System

over the past 12 years that includes fiber optics and wireless signal communication.

• Roger has been published in the Orange Spiel and received numerous Innovation Fund Awards, including the Red Light Running program.

• He is the “Speedy Mover” presenter for Traffic Operations at the Public Works Complex.

• Roger has been married to Susan for 18 years and they’ve been licensed foster parents for two children over the past 10 years.

• In his spare time, Roger enjoys all water sports and working on anything with an engine. *

Public WorksPublic Works Roads and DrainageRoads and Drainage

• Eric was born on Patrick Air Force Base and, as a military dependent, he lived in Alabama, Nebraska, Rhode Island, Ohio and finally Orlando in 1970.

• He graduated from Boone High School and Valencia Community College.

Eric A. Peterson - 30 Years

• Eric joined Orange County in Roads and Drainage working at the 3 Points Maintenance Unit as a Motor Vehicle Operator I working with a hand crew.

Eric Peterson – 30 Years• Eric has operated all types of equipment and eventually

became an Equipment Operator.• He has also served as a Union Steward and was later

elected Chief Union Steward and worked with the contract negotiation team for five years.

• Eric was promoted in 1990 to Foreman III responsible for scheduling inmate road crews, trucks, transports and rolling excavators.

• He has also assisted in the demolition of crack houses.• Eric was the Heavy Equipment Crew Foreman sent to Coral

Gables for Hurricane Andrew relief.• He has received an Environmental Initiative Award for his

2001 work with biodegradable hydraulic oil.• In 1995 he was promoted to Contract Administrator.• He is married to Pamela and they are working to get their

retirement home ready on the Ocklawaha River.

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UtilitiesUtilities Water Reclamation Water Reclamation

• Martin was born in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica and moved to Central Florida in 1980.

• He graduated from Austin High in Jamaica.

• Martin was hired by Public Works in 1990 to work with Roads and Drainage and transferred to Utilities in 2000.

Martin A. Palmer20 Years

• He started as an Equipment Operator and was promoted to Painter.

Martin Palmer – 20 Years• Martin assisted with the Hurricane Charlie

response team.

• He has received two Merit Awards for outstanding performance.

• Martin has four children: Mark, Jacqueline, Andrea and Stacey.

• In his spare time, Martin enjoys soccer and cricket. He volunteers at the Church of God of Prophecy.*

Awards PresentationCommunity & Environmental ServicesParks & Recreation:• William Thomas 25 Years

CorrectionsCommunity Corrections:• Donald L. Pittman 20 Years

Security Operations:• Ivette Garcia 25 Years• Mark Zwolinski 25 Years

Awards Presentation

County AdministrationBusiness Development:• Sharon White 20 Years

Awards PresentationFamily ServicesCommunity Action:• Cheryl King 20 Years

Head Start:• Virginia Herring 30 Years• Margaret Hamilton 30 Years

Fire RescueOperations:• David Sullivan 25 Years

Awards PresentationFire RescueLogistics:• James Gaut 30 Years

Growth ManagementFiscal and Administration:• William Burkholder 20 Years

Public WorksTraffic Engineering:• Roger Smith 20 Years

Awards Presentation

Public WorksRoads and Drainage:• Eric A. Peterson 30 Years

UtilitiesWater Reclamation:• Martin Palmer 20 Years

Employee Service AwardsEmployee Service AwardsSeptember 14, 2010September 14, 2010