#8-#12 Commendations for service to City of Janesville for: Douglas Miland, Daniel Lynch, James Karow, Craig Jones and Robert Geschke (File Res. Nos. 2012-870
HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION MEMORANDUM
January 3, 2012
TO: City Council
FROM: Susan Musick, Human Resources Director
SUBJECT: Retirement Recognition Douglas L. Miland, Daniel L. Lynch,
Craig A. Jones, James F. Karow, and Robert M. Geschke
Executive Summary
At the City Council meeting of January 9, 2012, the following retirement
commendations will be considered under the consent agenda:
1. Douglas L. Miland for thirty-two years of service with the City of Janesville
(File Resolution Number 2012-870).
Douglas will be attending the January 9, 2012, Council meeting.
Douglas began working for the City of Janesville on October 15, 1979,
as a Firefighter/Paramedic with the Janesville Fire Department. He
was promoted to Fire Lieutenant on April 4, 2009.
Douglas’s retirement date was December 22, 2011.
2. Daniel L. Lynch for twenty-eight years of service with the City of Janesville
(File Resolution Number 2012-871).
Daniel will be attending the January 9, 2012, Council meeting.
Daniel began working for the City of Janesville on January 17, 1983,
as a Utility Engineer in the Public Utility Administrative Department. He
was promoted to the position of Utility Director on January 29, 1990.
Daniel’s retirement date was December 31, 2011.
3. Craig A. Jones for thirty-one years of service with the City of Janesville.
(File Resolution Number 2012-872).
Craig will be attending the January 9, 2012, Council meeting.
Craig began working for the City of Janesville on May 5, 1980, as a
Firefighter/Paramedic in the Janesville Fire Department. Craig was
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promoted to Fire Lieutenant on January 8, 2000, and Shift Commander
on May 7, 2005.
Craig’s retirement date was December 19, 2011.
4. James F. Karow for twenty-five years of service with the City of Janesville.
(File Resolution Number 2012-873).
James will be attending the January 9, 2012, Council meeting.
James began working for the City of Janesville on November 17, 1986,
as a Plumbing Inspector in the Code Enforcement Department.
James’ retirement date was December 23, 2011.
5. Robert M. Geschke for thirty-two years of service with the City of
Janesville. (File Resolution Number 2012-874).
Robert will be attending the January 9, 2012, Council meeting.
Robert began working for the City of Janesville on October 15, 1979,
as a Firefighter/Paramedic in the Janesville Fire Department. Robert
was promoted to Fire Lieutenant on January 8, 2000.
Robert’s retirement date was December 29, 2011.
Recommendation
Staff recommends adoption of File Resolution 2012-870, 2012-871, 2012-872,
2012-873, and 2012-874
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RESOLUTION NO. 2012-870
Whereas,
Douglas L. Miland is retiring from City of Janesville employment
after having diligently served the people of the City of Janesville and the community for
thirty-two years; retiring as a Lieutenant with the City of Janesville Fire Department; and
Whereas,
Douglas L. Miland has trained and certified numerous fire
department apparatus operators and is known and respected for his expertise and
meticulous care of fire equipment and facilities; and
Whereas,
during Douglas L. Miland’s employment with the City of
Janesville, he provided exemplary professional service and demonstrated conscientious
devotion to the duties of his position, which he performed with skill and ability, sincerity,
honesty, and dedication; and
Whereas,
it is desired that such commendable service to the City of
Janesville be properly recognized;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved
that the people of the City of Janesville,
through the City Council, do express their grateful appreciation to Douglas L. Miland for
his thirty-two years of loyal public service.
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Dated this 9 day of January, 2012.
Motion by:
ADOPTED:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Dongarra-Adams
Eric J. Levitt, City Manager
Liebert
McDonald
ATTEST:
Rashkin
Steeber
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
Voskuil
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Assistant City Attorney
Proposed by: Human Resources
Prepared by: Human Resources
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-871
Whereas,
Daniel L. Lynch is retiring from City of Janesville employment
after having diligently served the people of the City of Janesville and the community for
twenty-eight years; retiring as Utility Director with the City of Janesville Water and
Wastewater Utilities; and
Whereas,
during Daniel L. Lynch’s employment with the City of Janesville,
he provided exemplary professional service and demonstrated conscientious devotion
to the duties of his position, which he performed with skill and ability, sincerity, honesty,
and dedication; and
Whereas,
during Dan’s employment the City’s water supply and
distribution and sanitary sewage collection and treatment infrastructure have been
significantly expanded and improved; and
Whereas,
Dan has been recognized by his peers for his service to his
profession; and
Whereas,
it is desired that such commendable service to the City of
Janesville be properly recognized;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved
that the people of the City of Janesville,
through the City Council, do express their grateful appreciation to Daniel L. Lynch for his
twenty-eight years of loyal public service.
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Dated this 9 day of January, 2012.
Motion by:
ADOPTED:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Dongarra-Adams
Eric J. Levitt, City Manager
Liebert
ATTEST:
McDonald
Rashkin
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
Steeber
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Voskuil
Assistant City Attorney
Proposed by: Human Resources
Prepared by: Human Resources
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-872
Whereas,
Craig A. Jones is retiring from City of Janesville employment
after having diligently served the people of the City of Janesville and the community for
thirty-one years; retiring as a Shift Commander with the City of Janesville Fire
Department; and
Whereas,
during Craig A. Jones’s employment with the City of Janesville,
he also served as a Firefighter, Driver-Operator, Paramedic, Lieutenant, Rescue-Diver,
and Department Safety Officer; and
Whereas,
Commander Jones has endeavored to improve the level of
training and service delivered by the Fire Department, having developed and delivered
educational programs in numerous areas including Paramedic and Emergency Medical
Technician, Firefighter Recruit training, Incident Management, and communications;
and
Whereas,
during Craig A. Jones’s employment with the City of Janesville,
he received numerous commendations, including Paramedic of the Year; providing
exemplary professional service and demonstrating conscientious devotion and passion
for the occupation that he chose as his profession; and
Whereas,
it is desired that such commendable service to the City of
Janesville be properly recognized;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved
that the people of the City of Janesville,
through the City Council, do express their grateful appreciation to Craig A. Jones for his
thirty-one years of loyal public service.
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Dated this 9 day of January, 2012.
ADOPTED:
Motion by:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Eric J. Levitt, City Manager
Dongarra-Adams
ATTEST:
Liebert
McDonald
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
Rashkin
Steeber
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Voskuil
Assistant City Attorney
Proposed by: Human Resources
Prepared by: Human Resources
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-873
Whereas,
James F. Karow is retiring from City of Janesville employment
after having diligently served the people of the City of Janesville and the community for
twenty-five years; retiring as a Plumbing Inspector with the City of Janesville Building
Services Division; and
Whereas,
Jim began his employment with the City of Janesville in 1986
and had previously worked as a licensed plumber in the private sector; and
Whereas,
in addition to his duties as Plumbing Inspector Jim also
conducted heating, ventilation and air conditioning inspections; and
Whereas,
Jim was responsible for inspections in thousands of residential
and commercial buildings over his tenure, ensuring safe and code-compliant
workmanship; and
Whereas,
during James F. Karow’s employment with the City of
Janesville, he provided exemplary professional service and demonstrated conscientious
devotion to the duties of his position, which he performed with skill and ability, sincerity,
honesty, and dedication; and
Whereas,
it is desired that such commendable service to the City of
Janesville be properly recognized;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved
that the people of the City of Janesville,
through the City Council, do express their grateful appreciation to James F. Karow for
his twenty-five years of loyal public service.
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Dated this 9 day of January, 2012.
Motion by:
ADOPTED:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Dongarra-Adams
Eric J. Levitt, City Manager
Liebert
ATTEST:
McDonald
Rashkin
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
Steeber
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Voskuil
Assistant City Attorney
Proposed by: Human Resources
Prepared by: Human Resources
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-874
Whereas,
Robert M. Geschke is retiring from City of Janesville
employment after having diligently served the people of the City of Janesville and the
community for thirty-two years; retiring as a Lieutenant with the City of Janesville Fire
Department; and
Whereas,
throughout his career, Robert M. Geschke sought to further his
level of proficiency by attending numerous training opportunities, readily sharing his
expertise as an instructor for the betterment of the department; and
Whereas,
Robert M. Geschke effectively and efficiently operated the
department breathing apparatus maintenance program; and
Whereas,
during Robert M. Geschke’s employment with the City of
Janesville, he received numerous commendations, including Firefighter of the Year;
providing exemplary professional service and demonstrating dedication, determination,
and passion toward his profession; and
Whereas,
it is desired that such commendable service to the City of
Janesville be properly recognized;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved
that the people of the City of Janesville,
through the City Council, do express their grateful appreciation to Robert M. Geschke
for his thirty-two years of loyal public service.
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Dated this 9 day of January, 2012.
Motion by:
ADOPTED:
Second by:
APPROVED:
Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Dongarra-Adams
Eric J. Levitt, City Manager
Liebert
ATTEST:
McDonald
Rashkin
Jean Ann Wulf, City Clerk-Treasurer
Steeber
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Voskuil
Assistant City Attorney
Proposed by: Human Resources
Prepared by: Human Resources