City Employees Receive Recognition for Longevity

The first meeting of the Marco Island City Council couldn’t have started on a better note than recognizing the contributions of outstanding staff members of the city workforce for their contributions to the community.

Whether it is in the private sector or in government service, the retention of employees has never been more important than in today’s world. The time and financial investment in today’s employee workforce is vital to maintaining quality services and In keeping costs down in the current competitive employment world.

Turnover is one of the costliest factors, as it is directly related to the cost of providing those services in a cost-effective manner. Municipalities, as well as counties, states and federal programs see labor costs as a major factor in providing cost effective programs to their residents.

As such, the City of Marco Island has seen the benefit of recognizing staff members for their longevity, as well as providing stellar performance in those roles.

At the January 9th Council Meeting, two city employees were recognized for reaching their five-year anniversaries in service to the citizens of the island.

The first employee was Heather Smith of the city’s building department. She first was hired as a permit clerk with the city, but also received her B.S. in Electrical Engineering and has been hired as an Electrical Inspector with the city.

The second employee being recognized for five years of service was Leslie Mackin who serves as a Drinking Water Operator. He has received his “B” License and will shortly receive his “A” License.

In his five years as a city employee with the Water and Sewer Operation Mr. Mackin has only called in once due to illness. City Manager McNees would jokingly comment that Mr. Mackin would hopefully improve upon that “habit.”