Medical Examiner

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From "Steven," whose 90-year-old mother's death was handled by the Medical Examiner:

"Investigator (Lenore) Aldridge sat down with my family for quite some time. She asked us questions necessary for her investigation, and she personalized her investigation in such a manner that we felt confortable knowing that our mother was in good hands. We could all truly tell that Investigator Aldridge truly cared for her job, and performed in a manner that made the initial grieving much easier. She answered all our questions, allowed us to have copies of the notes my mother wrote to her family and provided us with material to help deal with the days to come. She was not only a wonderful example of the types of people in the ME's Office, but a fine example of a caring and sincere person."

Waterfront Park

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From an anonymous resident regarding the Waterfront Park at the CAC:

"I've lived in San Diego 30 years and the new park at the downtown County Administration Building is definitely one of the most successful improvement projects that I'm aware of. Thank goodness someone had the vision to put the parking underground and a park at street level to make a huge gift and improvement to our waterfront! I work downtown and walk to the park every day at lunch and can't help but smile. There are always 100-plus kids enjoying the wonderful, creative water feature and many others having picnics and enjoying this amazing park. The change from the bleak parking lots is stunning! I know many people were involved in making this park a reality and I want to sincerely thank them for their foresight and efforts."

Staff at Heritage Park

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From Jim J., to the Department of Parks and Recreation regarding the staff at Heritage Park:

"My daughter was married at Heritage Park on October 18, 2014 and I wanted to let you know what a great staff you have serving at Heritage Park. It was a pleasure to work with staff who were very accommodating and ensure that we were aware of all of the amentities as well as rules at the park. We made several trips during the wedding planning process and each time I had more questions and they were always helpful. 

The day of the wedding, staff ensured everything was ready for our guests. I cannot tell you how much it meant to our family to know that staff was there to help us during this event. It is very apparent that staff cares for the people hosting events at the park."

Office of Emergency Services' Disaster Curriculum

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From J. Michael Wilson, teacher at Benito Juarez Elementary, to Kim McDermott at the Office of Emergency Services regarding the newly released disaster curriculum for teachers:

"Dear Ms. McDermott, I went ahead and ordered off the website. It is nice to have such a thorough, detailed and well-planned resource that is immediately ready to use. Also, the Symbaloo site is phenomenal as well."

Agriculture, Weights and Measures

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From Angela Friedl, regarding service provided by Ag, Weights and Measures:

"Thank you for your phone call regarding the complaint I submitted about being overcharged three times in the last few days at the Vons on Regents Road. I was astonished that you went there, as I thought my information would be lodged into a database! I had no idea about the Scanner Awareness Program. It's very beneficial and I think many people are served by it."

Air Pollution Control District

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City of San Diego Councilmember Scott Sherman's office filed a complaint regarding odor from an asphalt plant in the Mission Gorge area. A County inspector went out and discovered the odor was the result of rubberized asphalt for a job in the City of Santee. The odor subsided once the job was complete. Riley Webb, a policy advisor for the district, sent this to the Air Pollution Control District:

"Aerio was great. Called me first thing this morning and then right after he was out there. Could not have asked for a better response from your department. It was much appreciated."

Medical Examiner

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From a family member of a loved one that passed away to the Medical Examiner's office:

"Your compassion and assistance was greatly appreciated. I'm sure with your busy schedule you had plenty to do, but you took your time and effort to help our family in our time of sorrow and need. If there were more like you, this world would be a better place. Again, thank you for your caring and help. We will not forget you."

Department of Parks & Recreation

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From Allyson T., regarding the San Elijo Nature Center:

"Thank you for the great experience my son had at his 4th birthday party last week at the San Elijo Nature Center. Everything was so nice, from the presentation to the room and goody bags. Everyone who attended commented on what a great idea it was to have the party at the Nature Center and all of the kids had a fun time. Thank you for making the day so easy and special for us!"