Department of Public Works

From Doug Bothel, Classic Hangers facility manager, regarding the County Department of Public Works:

“Thank you so much for handling my request for the 'sweeper' to come clean up ramp today. This has got to be a record for the great turnaround time of request to job done. I called you around 2 p.m. ... by 4:30 p.m. the mess was all cleaned up! We really appreciate the Airports and Maintenance Crew for being so responsive. Make sure you tell everyone that was involved that we appreciate their hard work!”

Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk - Kearny Mesa

From an anonymous customer via a feedback card regarding the employees in the ARCC office in Kearny Mesa:

"I don't know what's in the water in that office, but please share it with every other city and county department!!! Stellar experience from website, to parking, to being greeted and to having stamps for the checks, to the condition of the office. Smiling, friendly people to speed. If all government worked like this I wouldn't have a problem paying higher taxes."

Karen Hall (HHSA, Aging and Independence Services)

From a volunteer who had a positive experience with Karen Hall, who is with Aging & Indepdence Services in HHSA:

“She [Karen (Singer) Hall] demonstrated the most amazing chair yoga I have ever seen with seniors. She had them fully engaged and all going to her demonstration. They later came to the table and said how great she was. She was engaging, down to earth and caring. The seniors so appreciated her presence and ability to teach at such a deep level. It was a pleasure to have worked with her.”

Clerk of the Board

From Steve Canfield, Hallmark Escrow, regarding an employee at the Clerk of the Board:

"Today I was helped by Jocelyn, who went out of her way to completely figure out the problem. There were some plans without the correct signatures. She was so kind and helpful. Jocelyn took the time to call and speak with the client and fix the problem. I had to take the plans back to Newport Beach. Everything has worked out perfect because Jocelyn made sure it was done the right way."  

Off-leash Dog Area at Live Oak Park

From Anne Richter, regarding the new off-leash dog park at Live Oak Park in Fallbrook:

"Just want to officially thank you for completing our off-leash dog area at Live Oak Park. The park looks great and the community will enjoy it for many years to come. It was interesting working with LOPC and the County and I've learned quite a bit about local politics. Jason, Jake and Tom, you were a pleasure to work with: keeping me informed with progress, asking for my opinion and always polite! Hope to see you at our beautiful new off leash area, and thanks again for making this dream come true. Arf." 

Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk

From an anonymous customer regarding two employees at the ARCC:

"I know that 'customer service is the number one priority' of your office. You can be very proud of the terrific service and patient attention provided to me recently by Jeffrey Olson and Adriana Molina when I visited your office.

I was trying to work through what for me was an intimidating issue of applying for a transfer between parent and child property. Jeff and Adriana came to my rescue by explaining how the process works and very patiently guiding me through the steps. And they did so in a very caring and cheerful way.

Mr. Dronenburg, I just wanted to let you know how well I was treated by Jeff and Adriana.  They certainly exemplify the operating motto of your office: Customer Service is the #1 Priority.'"    

Department of Planning & Development Services

From Alexandra Sink, engineering program manager for SolarCity, regarding online permitting from Planning & Devlopment Services:

"San Diego County is one of the fastest and easiest permitting jurisdictions that we deal with. Their online permitting system enables us to pull solar permits at no cost without having to leave our office, and often within 1-2 hours of submitting the application. The San Diego County building department is certainly a leader in the effort to streamline permitting and I hope more jurisdictions follow their example."