A Job Well Done !
Going door to door during my campaign in November I heard stories from people who were absolutely impressed with the service they received from City staff. I recently received yet another report of a job well done by our city staff.
Just thought I would drop you a note to let you know that last Friday when I arrived home from work, I found that my 20 yr old tree was split in half and a large section was down. I called the emergency # to let the city know, the lady who took my call was most courteous and reassuring – then within about 30 min. a two man crew! Yes, that’s right, only two city workers arrived at my home, they too were very courteous and promptly went about removing the downed limb. After that, they raked up the debris and were on their way within about 10 min.
First thing Monday morning another crew came to remove what was left of my tree. Although I am in mourning for my tree after twenty years, I wanted to let you know that I was very impressed with the prompt service and the pleasant assistance we received from our city workers. Please let them know they are greatly appreciated.
I just wanted to say to City staff in the opperations department, Well Done! and keep up the good work!
June 27th, 2007 at 7:40 am
What is going on in the Finance department? Why are three senior staff members on leave? This has resulted in increased wages for those individuals now in acting Manager positions and increased overtime for all staff. I also understand that councilling from the Homewood is being offered to all Finance staff. I find this situation very disturbing. What is it costing the tax payers?
June 28th, 2007 at 3:47 pm
I’m not aware of any personnel crisis in the Finance department. I was speaking with the Director of Finance during the last council meeting and he didn’t mention any issues with staffing either.
All full time City staff have personal crisis counseling as part of their employment benefits, who uses these services is a confidential matter I would not (and don’t want) to be privy to…it’s none of my business.