FEBRUARY 23, 2010

Agenda Item No. 6

 

 

Introduced by the County Service Committee of the:

 

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

 

RESOLUTION HONORING JANEIL K. VALENTINE

 

RESOLUTION #10-035

 

WHEREAS, Janeil K. Valentine began her employment with Ingham County on November 21, 1979 as a Printer Trainee; and

 

WHEREAS, throughout her years of service she held many positions including Account Clerk, Purchasing Clerk, Buyer, and Procurement Specialist; and

 

WHEREAS, she received countless thank you letters and commendations from departments for her efficient, cooperative and dependable work; and

 

WHEREAS, in 1996, she earned her certificate as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB); and

 

WHEREAS, in 2000, she was the recipient of the Michigan Public Purchasing Officers’ Association (MPPOA) Buyer of the Year Award, and served on the MPPOA Board of Directors from 2002 – 2006; and

 

WHEREAS, in 2005, Janeil was awarded the Marvin F. Klang Award, the capstone award given by MPPOA for her outstanding contributions to governmental purchasing in the State of Michigan over her career; and  

 

WHEREAS, Janeil has been a very valuable employee and a tremendous asset to Ingham County -- always willing to go above and beyond the call of duty, lending a helping hand to her fellow employees, touching the lives of many along the way; and

 

WHEREAS, after thirty (30) years of service, Janeil K. Valentine is retiring from her position.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Janeil K. Valentine for her 30 years of devotion, countless hours and dedicated service to the County of Ingham and its citizens.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board sincerely appreciates the contributions Janeil has made and for making a difference in County government. 

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board extends its best wishes to Janeil and hopes for continued success in all of her future endeavors.

 

COUNTY SERVICES:  Yeas:  Copedge, Schor, Celentino, Grebner, McGrain, Vickers

     Nays:  None     Absent:  None          Approved  2/02/10