Parks & Rec: Goodan Ranch/Sycamore Canyon Preserve

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From resident Jim Mees, regarding the Department of Parks and Recreation and Goodan Ranch/Sycamore Canyon County Preserve: 

"I hiked these adjacent preserves for the first time this morning. I was taken aback at how great this place is while having heard so little about it in my nearly 40 years in San Diego. This resource is incredibly valuable and will only become more so as the county's population increases in the years to come.
 
A few things that stood out for me
• GREAT online presence, including the virtual hike of Martha's Grove on YouTube
• high-quality brochure with accurate and helpful map at the trailhead
• well-marked and maintained trails
• helpful and knowledgeable staff
• with the exception of the high-tension pylons there was no evidence of cars, houses, traffic or any of the 3 nearby cities (Poway, Ramona, Lakeside). In fact, the park is pretty much what San Diego looked like when the Kumeyaay were the primary inhabitants of our region
In short, I can't think of a single thing to improve.
 
I thoroughly enjoyed my 7+ mile hike and possibly even caught a fleeting glimpse of an immature bobcat. I feel lucky to live in a place that values parks like this."

 

Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk - Marriage Licenses

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From Kristen and Drew on a customer feedback card regarding their experience getting their marriage license:

"Most friendly crew I’ve visited at a County office. Greeted so nicely by Jose at the door. Jonathan quickly and politely served us at the front desk check in. Constance called us up swiftly and was extremely friendly. When I asked to speak to a supervisor to compliment her team, Reyna was super friendly as well. They made our marriage license experience very enjoyable."

South Region Live Well Center - Arturo Torres

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From a customer service survey card regarding HHSA employee Arturo Torres, who works at the South Region Live Well Center in National City.

"Amazing service; because of Arturo Torres, I have a place to live. Some people just do their jobs, some go above to help and care. I really appreciate his service - 100% satisfied. He deserves an award or raise. Thanks."

Agriculture, Weights and Measures

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From a customer regarding two employees from Ag, Weights and Measures:

“Mark, good morning this is Steve from Ramona. Just calling to touch base with you to let you know that Joe and Marcel did one heck of a job up here this year. Enjoyed them! They were very competent and followed directions and really did well and thanks again for sending them up, again, last week. They went back around and covered the areas where they had been before where new sprouts came up and did a second spraying on those areas. Just wanted to let you know they did heck of a good job and thanks for sending them up. I enjoyed being around them and they are very good.”

Kristen McEachron, Department of Purchasing & Contracting

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From an email regarding Department of Purchasing & Contracting employee Kristen McEachron:

"...In the 10 years of participating in bid processes across the nation, I have never seen a better, more professional, more transparent bid process than that conducted by Kristen. Her courtesy and outreach were unmatched. You have a great asset in Kristen and she reflects well for the County."

Department of Public Works (Jamacha Road)

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From Jas Comeau, part of the Spring Valley Community Planning Group, regarding our Department of Public Works:

"Thank you thank, you thank you. Last evening I went out of my way to drive Jamacha Road from Grand Avenue to Sweetwater road and back again! Wow! What a great ride! 

Take a bow. Tell your guys to take a bow. That's all I have: gratitude."