City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: January 17, 2023
From: Michael Earl, Director of Human Resources
Department: Human Resources
Submitted by: Lisette Grizzelle, Senior Human Resources Analyst Subject
Proclamation Recognizing Retired Employee - Eliseo Genera III Recommendation
Acknowledge and present a proclamation to retired employee Eliseo Genera III, Civilian Court Officer, in recognition of his dedicated service to the City of Vernon.
Background
Historically, the City Council has issued proclamations in honor of retired City employees. Eliseo Genera III, Civilian Court Officer, retired from the City of Vernon on December 30, 2022 after providing over thirty-five (35) years of service to the City. Mr. Genera was initially hired on April 28, 1986 by the Vernon Police Department (VPD) as a Civilian Traffic Officer and held the position of Civilian Court Officer effective June 3, 1996. Effective April 20, 2011, Mr. Genera was rehired as a Vernon Service Officer and, since July 1, 2012, has held the position of Civilian Court Officer.
Accomplishment and Career Highlights
During his career, Mr. Genera completed a variety of training courses some of which included Intermediate Corrections Operations, Jail Training for Supervisors, Managing the Property and Evidence Room, and a 240 hour Correctional Officer CORE Course.
Mr. Genera held the single incumbent position of Civilian Court Officer for the past 11 years. This key non-sworn position in the VPD is responsible for providing clerical and technical assistance; and, most importantly, is the main position responsible for ensuring safe and accurate maintenance and management of evidence and found property. Mr. Genera received, organized, secured and maintained records on evidence and found property with extreme accuracy, allowing VPD personnel to conduct efficient and expedient operations. Mr. Genera also served as a liaison between VPD and the courts on evidence management and case filings with the District Attorney’s Office. This is a vital part of the position, as it assures security protocols are followed, and all reports and paperwork are filed in a timely manner.
In 2014, Mr. Genera was selected by his peers and supervisors to receive the VPD employee of the year award. Mr. Genera’s skills, knowledge, highly motivated work ethic and willingness to help others made him the top candidate for this award.
During his distinguished career with the City of Vernon, Eliseo Genera III, earned the deepest respect of his colleagues and supervisors through his dedication, commitment, and exceptional customer service. Mr. Genera III has been an exemplary employee and will truly be missed. Mr.
Genera was hired on April 28, 1986 and met the eligibility requirements under CalPERS to retire from the City effective December 30, 2022.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. Proclamation – Eliseo Genera III