Employee Service Awards August 5, 2008 Board of County Commissioner’s Employee Service Awards...

Employee Service AwardsEmployee Service AwardsAugust 5, 2008August 5, 2008

Board of County Board of County Commissioner’s Commissioner’s

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• Today’s honorees are Today’s honorees are recognized for outstanding recognized for outstanding service and dedication:service and dedication:

Convention Convention CenterCenterOperationsOperations

• Todd was born in Trenton, NJ then moved to Texas where he graduated from Klein High School in Spring, TX.

• After moving to Central Florida, Todd was hired in 1985 by the Convention Center Technical Services Section.

Noel Todd Krause20 Years

• He worked as a part-time Stage-hand for two years before becoming a full-time Telephone Administrator.

Todd Krause – 20 Years

• Todd has also worked as a Rigging Coordinator and as the Head Electrician for the Linda Chapin Theatre.

• He was part of the original team that brought the Linda Chapin Theatre online.

• He has been married to Debbie for 8 months.• In his spare time, Todd enjoys traveling, especially

to Western North Carolina.• He is also a board member of his homeowner’s

association. *

CorrectionsCorrections

In-Custody SecurityIn-Custody Security

• Johnny was born in Kingstree, SC and moved to Central Florida in 1971.

• He graduated from Eustis High School, Valencia Community College and Columbia College.

Johnny Shaw - 20 Years

• Johnny was hired by Orange County in 1988 to work in Corrections.

• He was promoted to Corporal in 2000 and Sergeant in 2004.

Johnny Shaw – 20 Years

• Johnny has served as a Certified Public Supervisor and Public Manager. He is also a Certified Jail Manager.

• Johnny has one son: Michael.• In his spare time, he enjoys fishing, gardening,

and photography. Johnny also volunteers his time at his church and serves as a visitation member for a nursing home. *

CorrectionsCorrections

Professional ServicesProfessional Services

• Sheila was born in Danvers, MA and moved to Central Florida in 1985.

• She graduated from Edgewater High School.

Sheila Renee Montgomery - 20 Years

• Sheila was hired in 1988 to work as a Dockets Clerk in Inmate Records.

• She earned promotions to Correctional Service Officer, Status Release Officer, Inmate Records Assistant Shift Supervisor and Business Unit Systems Analyst.

Sheila Montgomery – 20 Years• Sheila has received numerous Team Awards.• She has worked at various positions involving all

aspects of inmate control including release, bond, booking and judicial.

• She is married to Michael, a Correctional Officer, and they have one daughter: Emilie, 6, who attends Ocoee Elementary School.

• In her spare time, Sheila volunteers at Ocoee Elementary and Good Homes Pre-School.

• She enjoys spending time with her family and loves to watch movies and swim. *

Growth Growth ManagementManagement

Zoning Zoning

• Gail was hired in 1978 to work in the Zoning Department as an Administrative Assistant.

• She was promoted to Zoning Specialist where she has supervised a number of projects and programs.

Margaret Gail Tyree - 30 Years• Gail was born and raised in

Orlando.• She graduated from Boone

High School, Orlando Junior College and the Orlando School of Court Reporting.

Gail Tyree – 30 Years• Gail has directed the activities of the Code

Enforcement Board, served as Lead Person on the County’s First Communication’s Tower Code; Lead Person on the Adult Entertainment Code Board; and she mediates citizen disputes.

• Gail has received numerous awards including:

Employee of the Month (1994); Division Director Award (1995); NACo Award for establishment of the Communication Tower Code; Chairman’s Award; Green-Up Orlando Volunteer Award; Community Service Award for “Paint the Town”; and Citizen’s Choice Award.

Gail Tyree – 30 Years• Gail has one son: Brian; and two grandchildren:

Hayley, 14; and Nathan, 16.• Gail is very involved in volunteer activities: Ronald

McDonald House; Great Oaks Village and community education programs.

• In her spare time, Gail plays the guitar, bongos and African Djembe drums in a local drum circle and she loves music and dance.

• Gail considers herself a champion air hockey player; amateur boxer; exercise fanatic and occasionally dabbles in 3D art where she’s won several awards.

• She is active with the New World Celts organization and assists with the National Tartan Day. *

• Mitch was hired in 1993 to work in the Planning Department. In 1997, he transferred to the Zoning Division.

Mitchell Gordon - 25 Years• Mitch was born in Queens,

NY and moved to Central Florida in 1974.

• He graduated from Winter Park High School and the University of Florida with a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Urban Planning.

Mitchell Gordon – 25 Years• Mitch has been married to Bridget for 24 years.• They have three children: Brittany, 23, a UF grad

headed to the University of Chicago Law School this fall; Samantha, 20 a Senior at UF; and Shannon, 15, attending private school in Alexandria, VA.

• Mitch is an “out-of-control” Gator fan and he hasn’t missed a home game in 30 years.

• Little known fact about Mitch – he’s a distant cousin to Rodney Dangerfield and works real hard to get respect. *

Public WorksPublic Works Traffic Engineering Traffic Engineering

• Lenzo was born in Blakely, GA and moved to Central Florida in 1973.

• He graduated from Early County High School and served six years in the Army Reserves.

Lenzo Murrell - 35 Years

• He has attended Valencia Community College, Orlando Vo-Tech, Florida Christian College and Rollins College.

Lenzo Murrell – 35 Years• Lenzo was hired by Orange County in 1973 as a

Maintenance Person II.• He was promoted to Trades Helper, Traffic Signal

Technician II & III and Acting Foreman.• He is currently a Senior Engineering Technician IV.• He is very knowledgeable in software applications

pertinent to Traffic Control.• Lenzo was responsible for the development of a

special manual relay device to control traffic around the Convention Center.

Lenzo Murrell – 35 Years• Lenzo also developed an automatic resetting

device for use with the City of Orlando to create an emergency backup flash signal device.

• He states that he has enjoyed serving the citizens of Orange County in improving traffic movement, making it as efficient as possible.

• Lenzo has been married for 23 years to Geraldine, and they have two children: Aaron, 21; and Timothy, 14.

• His hobbies include: playing checkers, basketball, horseback riding and helping others budget their finances. *

• Dave was born in Miami and moved to Central Florida in 1972.

• He graduated from Miami High School and in 1991 he completed the Fun World Clown College.

David D. Gold - 35 Years

• David was hired in 1973 to work in the Public Works Highway Department.

• He worked in the Highway Department until 1980, when he transferred to the Traffic Engineering Division.

David Gold – 35 Years• David has worked on several key projects

including: Upgrading signage in many subdivisions and in the City of Eatonville.

• He has one son: David John. • David collects United States coins.• He has also done missionary work in the

Dominican Republic with Eastside Baptist Church. *

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• David was born in Dillon, SC and moved to Orlando in a covered wagon.

• He graduated from Colonial High School (before Colonial Drive was paved).

David C. Heath - 25 Years

• He has a Bachelor’s from Florida State and a Master’s from UCF.

• David was hired in 1983 to work in Capital Facilities to develop transportation impact fees.

David Heath – 25 Years• David has worked as Assistant Manager and Manager of

the Planning Division before becoming a Deputy County Administrator in 2001.

• He also serves a Chairman of the Orange County Development Review Committee.

• David is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Institute of Certified Planners, the American Planning Association, the Urban Land Institute and the Florida Planning and Zoning Association.

• David has been married to May for 27 years and they have one daughter: Kristin, who attends UCF.

• In this spare time, David enjoys anything FSU related; running, shopping with Kristin (???) and taking ballroom dancing lessons so he and May can compete on Dancing with the Stars! *

Awards Presentation

Convention CenterOperations:• Todd Krause 20 Years

CorrectionsIn-Custody Security:• Johnny Shaw 20 Years

Awards Presentation

CorrectionsProfessional Services:• Sheila Renee Montgomery 20 Years

Growth ManagementZoning:• Gail Tyree 30 Years• Mitch Gordon 25 Years

Awards Presentation

Public WorksTraffic Engineering:• Lenzo Murrell 35 Years• David Gold 35 Years

County Administration• David Heath 25 Years

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