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The newest member of the Coleman Police Department is Officer Sam Alderman. Sam was sworn into office today as a local Police Officer by Sue Burleson, City Secretary. He is shown in the photo with Chief of Police Jay Moses. Sam , 36 years of age, is from Comanche, Texas. He has just completed the law enforcement academy and this is his first job as a police officer. He is fulfilling a long time dream of being in law enforcement.
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Friday, October 16, 2009
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Johnny (Pete) Todd
30 Years OF Service
Johnny Todd went to work as a water treatment plant employee in 1979. He worked under Plant Supervisor, Freddy Burton. Pete Worked his way up through the ranks and has been plant Supervisor for 16 years.
It is said of Pete, that he has a magic formula when it comes to Coleman water. It's the taste that everybody from other cities brags about when they come to Coleman.
Pete has kept our Water Plant exceeding all State, TCEQ, and OSHA requirements for 16 years. He has maintained good lab reports and records at the plant and Water quality always exceeds State Standards. Pete has been involved in many upgrades to our plant over the years such as New Water Towers, Water Mains, New Pumps, Digital Meters, clarifier and Lake Line repairs. Pete brings the water to town from Lake Coleman or Hords Creek Lake, treats the water, then fills the water towers and maintains water levels for the City of Coleman. When you get a drink, wash clothes, or flush, just remember Pete Todd.
Thank You Pete !! for 30 years of loyal service to the City of Coleman.
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Friday, September 18, 2009, 10:17 AM
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Joe Watson receiving his 5 year pin from Mayor Nick Poldrack for his years of service with the City of Coleman.
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Joe Watson
Coleman Police Department-Telecommunications
5 year service
Joe Watson began his second career with the City of Coleman on August 13, 2004. He went to work for the Coleman Police Department as a Telecommunications Operator II. On August 16, 2005, he was promoted to Telecommunications Operator I. He is a very dedicated and dependable employee who is always willing to do extra work. In December 2005, Joe completed a 40 hour training course in Basic Telecommunications and received his certification.
Joe previously worked for the City of Coleman Fire Department and retired after 22 '/2 years of service. When he retired he was the Fire Marshall for the Coleman Fire Department.
Joe has a total of 27 '/2 years of employment for the City of Coleman.
In addition to serving the City of Coleman as a valuable employee, Joe Watson is currently serving the elected Coleman County Constable. He has been serving as the Coleman County Constable since January 2000.
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Friday, September 18, 2009, 10:17 AM
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Rene Payne receiving his 20 year pin and certificate from Mayor Nick Poldrack for his 20 years of service with the City of Coleman.
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Rene Payne
20 Years of Service
Rene Payne went to work for the City in the Garbage Department. For Eight years through rain, sleet or snow, you could see Rene on the back of the garbage trucks. He did this job until the City started contracting garbage pickup. Rene was transferred to the Water Department, changing out meters, repairing leaks, running services, and laying line. He also helped with sewer as needed. Three years ago Rene was moved to the Parks Department, his duties are mowing ball parks and lakes as well as litter pickup at these locations, helps take care of the City Pool, does painting and carpenter work as well as weed control and also helps at Cemetery as needed.
Rene had a big part in the Library remodel, the new File room at City Hall, and the new restrooms at the ball park. He was assigned the Mills Park in our City and has done a great job with beautifications at this location as well as tree planting and upkeep.
Rene has been a great employee for the City of Coleman and will do any job you ask him to do. Thank You Rene for 20 years of hard work and loyalty to the City of Coleman.
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Friday, September 18, 2009, 10:17 AM
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Photo shows Mayor Nick Poldrack presenting a plaque of appreciation and thanks to Rodney Cole for the 3 years he served as East Ward City Councilman.
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Friday, June 5, 2009, 08:34 AM
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Above is a picture of Terry Langley, newly elected East Ward Councilman, Harold Skelton, West Ward Councilman re-elected, Jay Moses, re-elected Chief of Police, and re-elected Mayor of Coleman, Nick Poldrack.
These four men were sworn into office at a Special Called Meeting of the City Council on Tuesday, May 12, 2009
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Wednesday, May 13, 2009, 08:53 AM
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30 year law enforcement veteran Gary Don Berry was sworn in as a local City of Coleman Police Officer this morning. He begins his duties with the local police department today May 4, 2009. Shown in the picture is Berry and Chief of Police Jay Moses welcoming him back to the law enforcement community.
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Tuesday, May 12, 2009, 02:19 PM
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Mayor Nick Poldrack presented a 15 year service pin to Frank Rosalez and a 20 year pin to Ricky Allcorn last night at the Council meeting.
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Friday, May 8, 2009, 11:38 AM
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Mayor Nick Poldrack presented Doodie Taylor-Knox with a plaque for appreciation of her work on behalf of the Coleman Public Library renovation projects. Mrs. Knox has been instrumental in writing grants for the library projects.
The award was presented during the Council meeting Thursday night at the Library where the Council received a guided tour.
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Friday, April 17, 2009, 08:36 AM
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It has become customary at Coleman City Council meetings for employees of the city to be recognized for their service. Thursday night, (22 Jan 09), two such employees were honored, both with 15 years of service to the citizens of Coleman
Randy Burdick Receiving His 15 Year Pin
In 1995 he received his Class D license which promoted him from apprentice to operator status. Randy learned quickly the operation of the water plant. He learned maintenance and repair of the valves, pump and motors. He continued his education and received his Class C Surface Water license in September 1996. Randy has learned the treatment of the water and can do all the water tests that must be performed at the water plant.
Randy has also completed a program in Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance.
Randy is a dependable and well liked employee and an integral part of the Water Production team. You can always count on him to show up and work his shift.
Randy, thank you for your 15 years of dedicated service to the City of Coleman.
We appreciate you.
Nancy Berry Receiving Her 15 Year Pin
On January 3, 1994 Nancy began her duties as Office Clerk/Customer Service Representative in the Utility Office.
Through the years she has completed many training sessions and courses associated with the City's software company, Incode, which include Utility Account Management , Utility Adjustments , Utility Average Monthly Payment (AMP) , Utility Contracts and Arrangements and a TML Ethical Decision Making for Public Safety Course.
In 2005 Nancy was promoted to Utility Office Manager and has managed that office
Since then. She requires and urges her employees to advance their knowledge of the utility system by registering and completing online training courses in order to stay abreast of all updates concerning the utility system. Since being Utility Officer Manager she has raised productivity and professionalism in that dept. Nancy communicates in detail with the customers about their accounts. She works well with the public and always seems to remember who owes the City a bad debt.
Nancy, thank you for your dedication to your job and to the City of Coleman.
It is employees like yourself who go that extra mile that make this organization what it is.
Congratulations on your 15 years of service with the City of Coleman.
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