April 16, 2024
Human Resources
DATE: April 16, 2024
TO: Mayor Martinez and Members of the City Council
FROM:
Nickie Mastay, Deputy City Manager, Internal Services
Sharrone Taylor, Director of Human Resources
Subject:
Employee Recognition Program Expenditure Approval
FINANCIAL IMPACT: Expenditure is not to exceed $30,000 for employee lapel pins (01817090-400322).
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
N/A
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
City staff is seeking City Council's approval to procure lapel pins designated for employee service awards aimed at cultivating a culture of recognition and appreciation within the organization. This initiative is intended to elevate employee morale, motivation, and overall
engagement.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
APPROVE expenditure of up to $30,000 for the sole-
source purchase of lapel pins for employee service
awards – Human Resources Department (Nickie
Mastay/Sharrone Taylor 510-620-6602).
DISCUSSION:
The City of Richmond highly values the efforts of its employees to provide seamless service to the community. To promote a culture that recognizes and rewards positive AGENDA
REPORT
April 16, 2024
performance, creative thinking, competent and responsive public service, and loyal, tenured employees, it is essential to create a robust Employee Recognition Program.
Unfortunately, due to budget cuts and constraints, the formal employee recognition program has been suspended since 2017. However, the City is working to reinvigorate the program by introducing recognition tools such as the Rosie-Grams. In addition, an Employee Recognition Event is scheduled for April 18 to acknowledge the efforts of all employees.
Moreover, the City wants to recognize employees who were not acknowledged for their service levels in 2017-2023 by presenting them with lapel pins and certificates. City Council approved an appropriation of $50,000 for Employee recognition programs at mid-year. Since the expenditure for the single purchase of lapel pins is over $10,000, approval for the purchase and transfer of funds is required from the City Council.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Terryberry Quote
Attachment 2 – Sole-Source Justification