Month: September 2024

Technically the summer ends with the autumnal equinox on September 22.  But when I talk to people, I get very different answers.  For some, it ends on Labor Day weekend. For others, it hinges on when their kids go back to school.  Some are excited for the beginning of the new football season. In Puyallup, it often centers around the Washington State Fair - including recalling how to drive through town and avoiding the Fair traffic.  A good friend stands by his premise, that with our awesome late September weather, that summer ends on October 1st. Regardless of your answer, it definitely marks a transition from one season to the next.  The hot dry days are behind us and the heavy dew and changing leaves foreshadow a new season. We…

As Executive, I have several celebrations that I really look forward to each year. The list is long and includes New Employee Orientations and Sheriff’s Department Commissioning Ceremonies; our Volunteer Recognition event; our Job Fair; ribbon cuttings; and more! But no list would be complete without including the Employee Incentive and Recognition event! Honoring our employees with long-time service and celebrating great work done by our colleagues ranks at the top of awesome experiences for me.  It is all about living our values in the service of our community. This year is no exception and I think you’ll agree our honorees are amazing.  Please join me in congratulating this year’s Standing Ovation Award winners! Effective Government Individual Lisa Thornton – Budget & Finance Office (BFO) Leadership Leadership often requires stepping…