5. PROCLAMATIONS and PRESENTATIONS
5.A.
Presentation of Proclamation Honoring Jason Brown for 24 Years of Distinguished
Service to the Indian River County Board of County Commissioners
Recommended Action:
Read and Present
[Clerk's note: Item 5.A. was heard following Item 15.B.5.]
Chairman Earman opened the item by reading the Proclamation to County
Administrator Jason Brown upon his resignation from the County after 24-years of
service. Each of the Commissioners and Attorney Dylan Reingold recounted their
experiences with Mr. Brown and expressed respect for his strength, respect,
trustworthiness, intellect, knowledge, financial acumen, and strong moral compass.
They wished him well on his new position with the Clerk of the County Court and
Comptroller's Office.
The following people addressed Mr. Brown with praise for him professionally and
personally:
Mr. Jeff Smith, Clerk of the Court and Comptroller
Richard Szpyrka, Public Works Director
Christina Moore, Legal Assistant
Dori Stone, President, Indian River County Chamber of Commerce
Phil Matson, Community Development Director
Sean Lieske, Utility Services Director
Michael Zito, Assistant County Administrator
Kristin Daniels, Management and Budget Director
Himanshu Mehta, Solid Waste Disposal District Director
Wilfred Hart, Community Activist
Ms. Maya Miller, Traffic Assistant, serenaded Mr. Brown
Mr. Brown addressed the Board, staff, and his parents who were in the audience,
stating his thanks for all who helped realize his legacy of improvements for the
County's staff and its residents. He discussed his love of public service and expressed
his heartfelt gratitude for the honors bestowed him.
Read and Presented by Chairman Earman