Sunday, November 15, 2026
Scott Henriksson awarded for 15 years of service with the Utilities Department.
Firefighter/Paramedic Anthony Gordon awarded for 15 years of service.
Marco Island Utilities employee Frank Clarkreceives the Employee of the Quarter Award.
John Kovacs receives his five year service award. With him are his wife Sharon and Chief Tracey Frazzano.
During the last meeting of the Marco Island City Council, City Manager Michael McNees had the pleasure of introducing employees who share many decades of service to the citizens of the island. Recognition of service has become an important aspect within the private and public sectors of our nation’s workforce.
The retention of employees pays big dividends within our workforce today in both the private and public sectors. Maintaining a high retention rate means keeping staff members long-term, resulting in less time and resources required to train replacements and providing for a more consistent delivery of services.
The Marco Island Fire-Rescue Department recognized Firefighter/Paramedic Anthony Gordon, who is celebrating 15 years with the department. Gordon has been awarded distinguished service awards such as the coveted Phoenix Award. That award recognizes First Responders responsible for helping to make a cardiac save in the field.
With 15 years of service in the Marco Island Utilities Department was Scott Henriksson. McNees pointed out Henriksson’s many accomplishments within the department that benefit the citizens and ratepayers within the city.
Community Service Officer John Kovacs, who serves within the Code Compliance Division of the Marco Police Department, was recognized for his five years of service. McNees pointed out the valued contributions of Kovacs in going beyond the call to take on additional tasks, especially as it deals with wildlife issues and protecting those most at risk.
Last but not least was recognition of the Employee of the Quarter. McNees introduced Frank Clark, manager of collections and distribution for the Marco Island Utilities Department. “Frank is the man that ensures distribution and collection doesn’t miss a beat within that department, and we can be thankful for that,” said McNees.
McNees presented the awards on behalf of a grateful community to show the city’s appreciation for those men and women who work behind the scenes.
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