City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: August 15, 2023
From: Michael Earl, Director of Human Resources
Department: Human Resources
Submitted by: Lisette Grizzelle, Senior Human Resources Analyst Subject
Proclamation Recognizing - Oscar E. Zozaya
Recommendation
No action required by City Council. This is a presentation only.
Background
Historically, the City has issued proclamations in honor of retired City Employees. Oscar E.
Zozaya retired on August 9, 2023 from the City of Vernon, after providing over 22 years of service to the City. Oscar Zozaya was hired as a Police Officer, effective April 22, 2001.
Officer Zozaya held various assignments as a sworn Officer such as: Field Training Officer, Detective, Mobile Field Force Officer, Bike Patrol Officer, K9 Handler, and Honor Guard Officer.
During his career he was recognized with several awards among them the 10851-Grand Theft Auto Award, Safe Driving Award, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Award, Outstanding Innovation Award, Educational Achievement Award, Citizen’s Appreciation Award, Mobile Field Force Award, and Honor Guard Award.
Throughout his career, Officer Zozaya earned the Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Peace Officer Standards and Training certifications. Additionally, Officer Zozaya completed over 3,181 hours of training in the areas of Evidence Collection, Narcotics Investigations, Canine Handler, Behavioral Analysis Training Institute, Mental Health Decision Making, Tactical Firearms, Covert & Entry Crisis, Defensive Tactics, Weapons of Mass Destruction, Pursuit Driving, Tactical Communications, Advanced Firearms and Rifle Training, First Aid, 1st Responder Rapid Deployment, Human Trafficking, K9 Handler for Apprehension and Narcotics Detection.
During his distinguished career with the City of Vernon, Officer Zozaya earned the deepest respect of his colleagues through his dedication, contributions, and commitment to the Vernon Police Department and Community. Officer Zozaya was an exemplary employee and will truly be missed. Oscar E. Zozaya was hired on April 22, 2001, and meets the eligibility requirements under CalPERS to retire from the City effective August 9, 2023.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. Proclamation – Oscar E. Zozaya