City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: April 18, 2023
From: Michael Earl, Director of Human Resources
Department: Human Resources
Submitted by: Lisette Grizzelle, Senior Human Resources Analyst Subject
Proclamation Recognizing Retiring Employee - Maria L. Madrigal Recommendation
No action required by City Council. This is a presentation only.
Background
Historically, the City has issued proclamations in honor of retiring City Employees. Maria L.
Madrigal will be retiring from the City of Vernon on April 19, 2023 after providing over 24 years of service to the City. Maria Madrigal was hired as a Police Dispatcher effective January 25, 1999 and became a Police Officer effective August 28, 1999.
Officer Madrigal held various assignments as a sworn Officer such as: Honor Guard Officer, Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, and Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Officer.
During her career she was recognized with several awards including a Merit Award, Safe Driving Award, Citizen’s Appreciation Award, Life Saving Award, and 2017 Officer of the Year Award.
Throughout her career, Officer Madrigal earned the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Police Officer Standards and Training certifications. Additionally, Officer Madrigal completed over 1,700 hours of training in the areas of D.A.R.E, Evidence Collection, Mental Health Decision Making, Tactics, Covert & Entry Crisis, Defense Tactics, Weapons of Mass Destruction, Pursuit Driving, Tactical Communications, Advanced Firearms and Riffle Training, First Aid, First Responder Rapid Deployment, Human Trafficking, and Women’s Leadership in Law Enforcement.
During her distinguished career with the City of Vernon, Officer Madrigal earned the deepest respect of her colleagues through her dedication, contributions, and commitment to the Vernon Police Department and Community. Officer Madrigal is an exemplary employee and will truly be missed. Maria L. Madrigal was hired on August 28, 1999 and meets the eligibility requirements under CalPERS to retire from the City effective April 19, 2023.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. Proclamation – Maria L. Madrigal