WHEREAS, Howard Durham began his career with Leon County on June 30, 1986, as an Equipment Mechanic II in the Public Works Division of Fleet Management; and

WHEREAS, Howard Durham was transferred to a Landfill Attendant position with the Solid Waste Division, advancing to his current position as a Weighmaster; and

WHEREAS, Howard’s work has been exemplary, and his commitment to service above and beyond the call of duty, as evidenced during the multiple hurricane crisis of 2004 when he volunteered to work overtime until the emergency conditions had passed; and

WHEREAS, Howard’s optimism and smiling face are contagious, and have become an integral part of the life of the Public Works Department and Solid Waste Division; and

WHEREAS, Howard Durham has announced his retirement from Leon County, effective May 31, 2005.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF LEON COUNTY, FLORIDA that

be honored for his 19 years of dedicated service to the people of Leon County. We recognize him as an outstanding member of our community, and do express our thanks for his many contributions to our community. We extend our sincerest best wishes to him for an enjoyable, fulfilling, and well-deserved retirement.

DATED this 24^th day of May, A.D. 2005