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PRESENT A PLAQUE OF RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION TO NORMAN VAN DER HEYDEN UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT FROM SERVICE WITH THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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Norman van der Heyden has been a Martin County employee for nearly 31 years, all with the Field Operations Division of the Public Works Department. Norm has held many roles with the division and has been pivotal in development of our stormwater program. Mr. van der Heyden is a dedicated employee and his exemplary customer service and institutional knowledge regarding our stormwater system and infrastructure will be deeply missed.
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DEPARTMENT: Administration
PREPARED BY: Name: Donna Gordon
Title: Administrative Services Program Coordinator
REQUESTED BY: Jim Gorton, Public Works Director
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PROCEDURES: None
BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
Mr. van der Heyden's journey with the County encompassed many critical positions, including heavy equipment operator, road maintenance supervisor, stormwater inspector and engineering inspector. He played a critical role in development of two of our stormwater quality operation improvements including implementation of both the vactor truck program to remove sediments from our stormwater system and our sweeper truck program to remove litter and debris from our roadways before it can enter the stormwater system.
Norm's current role as an engineering inspector puts him in touch with residents daily, and we regularly receive positive feedback regarding his customer service and recommendations for drainage improvements. He has received media attention multiple times for his role in flood control and for his heroic efforts in saving a Palm City resident who was swept into Bessey Creek during a severe flood event. Please join us in recognizing Norm for his career achievements and wish him well in his retirement.
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