HomeMy WebLinkAbout42-0714-25R STATE OF WASHINGTON
JEFFERSON COUNTY,WASHINGTON
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
In the Matter of a Resolution Repealing and
Replacing Resolution No. 18-0324-25R Creating an RESOLUTION NO. 42-0714-25R
Employee Recognition Program and Authorizing
Funding for the Annual Employee Picnic, Tax
Blues Breakfast and Other Appropriate Events
WHEREAS,the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners recognizes the dedication, hard
work, and service of the County's public employees in maintaining essential government functions
and providing outstanding service to the residents of Jefferson County; and
WHEREAS,the nonprofit, volunteer-run Public Employee Recognition Committee (PERC),
created by employees of Jefferson County, has historically organized events such as the Annual
County Picnic and the Tax Blues Breakfast to foster camaraderie, boost morale, and show
appreciation for public employees; and
WHEREAS,these events have been funded through voluntary contributions and other limited
sources, which have constrained the ability of the PERC to consistently provide these meaningful
events; and
WHEREAS,the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners finds that official County funding
of the Annual County Picnic and the Tax Blues Breakfast is a worthwhile investment in employee
engagement, well-being, and overall workplace culture;
WHEREAS, this Resolution repeals and replaces Resolution 18-0324-25R.
NOW,THEREFORE,THE JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Whereas Clauses are Findings of Fact. The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners
hereby adopts the above "Whereas" clauses as Findings of Fact.
Section 2. County Support for the Employee Recognition Program is Established. To advance the
County's Organizational Health Strategic Plan Goal, the County will provide financial support for an
employee recognition program, specifically to cover costs associated with the annual County Picnic
and the annual Tax Blues Breakfast.
Section 3. Management of the Program. The PERC shall partner with the County in the planning and
execution of these events and submit invoices and receipts to the County leadership for review and
payment to ensure responsible and effective use of County Employee Recognition Program funds.
Section 4. Employee Recognition Supports Organizational Health. Supporting these events aligns with
the County's commitment to employee recognition, retention, and fostering a positive work
environment.
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Section 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Resolution or its
application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of this Resolution or its
application to other persons or circumstances shall be fully valid and shall not be affected.
Section 6. SEPA Categorical Exemption. This Resolution is categorically exempt from the State
Environmental Policy Act under WAC 197-11-800(19).
Section 7. Effective Date. This Resolution becomes effective upon adoption.
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ADOPTED and APPROVED this (1r-day of UC`(y , 2025.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CONSENT AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Adiel McKnight, Deputy Clerk of the Board
DATE: July 14,2025
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION re: In the Matter of a Resolution Repealing and Replacing
Resolution No. 18-0324-25R Creating an Employee Recognition Program and
Authorizing Funding for the Annual Employee Picnic, Tax Blues Breakfast
and Other appropriate Events
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
On March 24, 2025 the Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 18-0324-25R
in support of the employee driven Public Employee Recognition Committee(PERC). PERC
raises funds by hosting a variety of food driven events such as chili cookoffs, baked potato
bar,taco bar,and hotdog/hamburger lunches.
That Resolution was reviewed at the following PERC meeting on June 26, 2025, where
members made edits for clarifying verbiage.
ANALYSIS:
Many local governments fund employee recognition programs as a way of showing their
appreciation for their workforce.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The exact fiscal impact is unknown;however,the cost will probably be less than$10,000
annually depending on how many events are conducted.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider approving the proposed resolution.
REVIEWED BY:
9sJo eters, County Administrator Date