Res 56-14 RESOLUTION NO. 56-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING LEON SLYDELL FOR THIRTY
YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH.
WHEREAS, Leon Slydell began his career with the City of Delray Beach on September 20, 1.984 and on
September 20, 2014, reached a milestone in his career, having achieved thirty years of full-time service with the City,
and
WHEREAS,Leon was hired as an Inventory Clerk,was soon promoted to Storekeeper II, then Purchasing
Assistant and in 2002,became Inventory Control Clerk where he currently serves with distinction;and
WHEREAS, Leon has received numerous letters of commendation for his contributions to the Kids and
Cops auctions, his assistance with vehicle .auctions, his support of Paint Up Delray and his excellent rapport with
coworkers;and
WHEREAS, Leon has been a valuable member of both the Purchasing Department and the
Environmental Services Department and is known for his professionalism and his helpfulness to internal and
external customers;and
WHEREAS, Leon was instrumental in moving the warehouse to its current location and has been
commended for the efficient manner in which he maintains supplies and the accuracy of his inventories; and
WHEREAS, during the absence of the Purchasing Administrator, Leon took on extra responsibilities for
of time and is well-respected as a team player.
an extended period
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Commission of the City of Delray Beach Hereby recognizes and commends Leon
Slydell for thirty years of dedicated and faithful public service.
Section 2. That the City Commission hereby congratulates and expresses sincere thanks and appreciation
to Leon Slydell for his many years of service, and wishes him the best of health and happiness in his continued
employment.
PASSED AND ADOPTED in regular session on this the 21'X, f Oc er 014.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
PTY LERI i
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Human Resources
THROUGH: Teriy Stewart, Interim City Manager
DATE: August 21, 2014
SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEM 5.A.-REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 21 2014
RESOLUTION NO. 56-141 LEON SLYDELL PRESENTATION
BACKGROUND
In accordance with the City's service award policy, employees with 30 years of continuous full-time
service are to be honored by the City Commission with a resolution and plaque. Leon Slydell,
Inventory Control Clerk, achieved this milestone on September 20, 2014.
DISCUSSION
This item is before Commission to approve Resolution No. 56-14.
TIMING OF THE REQUEST
Leon Slydell achieved thirty years of service on September 20, 2014.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 56-14.
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RESOLUTION NO. 56-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH,
FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING LEON SLYDELL FOR THIRTY
YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH.
WHEREAS, Leon Slydell began his career with the City of Delray Beach on September 20, 1984 and on
September 20, 2014,reached a milestone in his career, having achieved thirty years of full time service with the City;
and
WHEREAS,Leon was hired as an Inventory Clerk,was soon promoted to Storekeeper 11, then Purchasing
Assistant and in 2002, became Inventory Control Clerk where he currently serves with distinction; and
WHEREAS, Leon has received numerous letters of commendation for his contributions to the Kids and
Cops auctions, his assistance with vehicle auctions, his support of Paint Uri Delray and his excellent rapport with
coworkers;and
WHEREAS, Leon has been a valuable member of both the Purchasing Department and the
Environmental Services Department and is known for his professionalism and his helpfulness to internal and
external customers; and
WHEREAS, Leon was instrumental in moving the warehouse to its current location and has been
commended for the efficient manner in which he maintains supplies and the accuracy of his inventories;and
WHEREAS, during the absence of the Purchasing Administrator, Leon took on extra responsibilities for
an extended period of time and is well-respected as a team player.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA,AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Commission of the City of Delray Beach hereby recognizes and commends Leon
Slydell for thirty years of dedicated and faithful public service.
Section 2. That the City Cotrmaission hereby congratulates and expresses sincere thanks and appreciation
to Leon Slydell for his many years of service, and wishes him the best of health and happiness in his continued
employment.
PASSED AND ADOPTED in regular session on this the 21`t day of October 2014.
MAYOR
A I TEST:
CITY CLERK