03-1-02 thru 3-02 Executive Staff Retreat

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I e e I I Steve Gill ett I I . Identify a rising star on the management level - Ray Mayo is the Water Production Supervisor in the Utility Division of the I Public Works Department. . Describe why this person stands out from the others. - He performed the duties of this position for quite some time before the I position was created during the budget process. He is a past Employee of the Quarter and can be counted on to always perform a ta&k willingly and to the best of his ability. I - Ray is constantly striving to improve his division by looking at new techniques and procedures. He is very cognizant of his responsibility to I safeguard the City's water supply and always keeps abreast of new and changes to regulations to make sure the City stays in compliance with all State and Federal mandates. He was instrumental in the City being able to I acquire the Superior Water Rating from the State after many years of trying. . Describe what areas you want this person to improve in. - We would like to see Ray be given more opportunities in areas of the Utility I Field outside of his area of expertise. Additionally, as his experience grows, we feel he should be given the opportunity to branch out into other areas of Public Works in order to prepare him for a larger role in the Department I and/or City. He has the ability, we feel, to handle any task given to him. . Describe what you plan to do to continue this person~s growth. I - Ray has been given a lead role in construction contracts on several CIP projects relating to his Division. He has performed these duties in such an excellent manner that the City's consultant has tried to hire him for I inspections of similar work. We intend to continue allowing him to participate in this type of activity and to introduce him to other areas outside his professional expertise. He currently participates in other areas of Utilities I by periodically performing Standby Duties on nights and weekends. This has given him additional exposure to other areas of the Utility Field. - We feel Ray has the potential to move into increasingly responsible roles I within the Public Works Department and, possibly, within other Departments of the City. Additional training in supervision, personnel issues and construction management will expand his abilities and value to the City. We I will continue closely monitoring his progress, training needs, and always be available to mentor Ray in accomplishing his and the City's goals and objectives. I - Ray exemplifies the quote from General George S. Patton: "Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their I ingenuity". With Ray, this is something we have come to expect.