HomeMy WebLinkAbout18-0324-25R STATE OF WASHINGTON
JEFFERSON COUNTY, WASHINGTON
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
In the Matter of a Resolution Creating an
Employee Recognition Program and Authorizing RESOLUTION NO. 18-0324-25R
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 County's Public Employee Recognition Committee 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 Public Employee Recognition
Committee 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;
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 Employee Recognition Program is Established. In furtherance of the County's
Organizational Health Strategic Plan Goal the County wishes to establish a County-funded
employee recognition program, including but not limited to funding the annual County Picnic and
the annual Tax Blues Breakfast.
Section 3. Management of the Program. The County's Public Employee Recognition Committee
shall oversee the planning and execution of these events with input from County leadership to
ensure responsible and effective use of 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.
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.
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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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JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CONSENT AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Mark McCauley, County Administrator
DATE: March 24, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution, re: Creating an Employee Recognition Program and Authorizing
Funding for the Annual Employee Picnic, Tax Blues Breakfast and Other
Appropriate Events
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
The County has traditionally conducted employee recognition events such as the Employee
Recognition Picnic and the Tax Blues Breakfast fully funded by our 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.
The County believes that it should assume the costs of these two employee recognition events
as a way of showing appreciation for our employees.
Doing this would demonstrate our commitment to achieving our Strategic Plan Goal of
improving organizational health.
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.
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Mark McCaul ounty Administrator D e