TOWN OF FAIRFAX PROCLAMATION
Public Works Crew
During Winter Atmospheric Rivers
WHEREAS, Fairfax Public Works Staff prepared for winter storms ahead of time by clearing debris and staging equipment; and
WHEREAS, Fairfax did experience three atmospheric rivers beginning on December 27, 2022; and WHEREAS, Public Works Crew members John Tierney, John Freeman, and Rudy Contratti were called out after hours on numerous occasions to assist the Town during the storms; and WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew conducted strenuous and difficult work to remove timber dams from under Town Hall; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew prepared sand and bags for residents in case of emergencies; and WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew worked outside in the pouring rain to clear obstructed storm drains to protect against flooding ; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew had used their experience in Fairfax to direct street sweeping to remove many leaves and debris before it clogged drains during the storms; and WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew demonstrated great responsiveness, taking action immediately to address potential flooding issues during the storms; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew worked tirelessly through many days of storms; and WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew is clearly invested in the Town and making its operations function; and WHEREAS, the Public Works Crew acts as a team for the betterment of the Town, its residents and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the Town would like to express its sincere gratitude for the Public Works Crew’s diligent work, and WHEREAS, the consequences of extreme weather events would surely be worse, if not for the Public Work Crew’s efforts; and
WHEREAS, their efforts should be recognized and celebrated; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, that the Town Council extends its heartfelt gratitude to John Tierney, John Freeman, and Rudy Contratti for their hard work.
Signed this first day of February 2023,
Chance Cutrano, Mayor of Fairfax
AGENDA ITEM #23