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510 Dr. William F. Pilkington, Cabarrus Health Alliance Director, and Mr. Charles Phillips, Chairman of the Health Alliance Board, recognized Ms. Frances Taylor on her retirement from the Health Alliance after 30 years of service to Cabarrus County and its citizens. Ms. Debbie Glauer, County Extension Director, recognized Ms. Doris Rogers on her retirement after 35 years with the North Carolina Extension Service, Cabarrus County Center. On behalf of the Board, Commissioner Carpenter presented a plaque to each of the employees in recognition of their service. The Board congratulated each of the employees and expressed appreciation for their many years of service to the citizens of Cabarrus County. Both Ms. Robinette and Ms. Taylor praised Cabarrus County as an employer. Ms. Rogers expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve the citizens of Cabarrus County. Recognition of the Department of Social Services New Focus Committee on Receiving the 1999-2000 Ralph W. Ketner Employee Productivity Award Jim Cook Mr. Cook reported that a group of Social Services employees had received a Ralph W. Ketner Employee Productivity Award for its "New Focus" Program at the recent North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Annual Conference. Also, he stated the County Manager had awarded the County Manager's Award to the Committee for its achievement. Mr. Cook reviewed the history of successful welfare reform efforts by local Social Services staff. Further, he explained the New Focus Program helps prevent people from becoming dependent on welfare by helping them overcome the problems that initially bring them to Social Services for assistance. Mr. James Polk, Manager of the Family Services Division of the Department of Social Services, introduced the following members of the New Focus Committee who were present for the meeting: Julie Hensley, Lisa Fullerton, Rod Duncan, Dana Mullis, Susan Nunn, Lisa Purser and Regina Crowder. Other Committee members included Jane Hartsell, Sue Bullard, Catina Sherrill and Ruth Hinson. Mr. Polk advised that staff members were able to divert and provide short term assistance to 352 of the 483 persons who would have applied for and received assistance. Mr. Clifton stated he had awarded the County Manager's Award of $500.00 to the Committee in recognition of their significant performance and achievement. He extended his congratulations to the employees. On behalf of the Board, Commissioner Carpenter presented a Certificate of Commendation to the Committee and a County lapel emblem to each member. The Board commended the employees on their outstanding service to the public and congratulated them on receiving the awards. On behalf of Social Services Board Chairman Wayne Trexler, Commissioner Privette extended congratulations to the Committee from the Social Services Board. Senator Hartsell stated the employees of the Cabarrus Department of Social Services are recognized throughout North Carolina for their expertise in dealing with people and resolving problems that citizens have in the human services area. On behalf of the State, he thanked local staff in leading the way in the area of social services. Recognition for Certification by the North Carolina Association of Registers of Deeds - Blair Bennett Mr. Blair Bennett, Deputy County Manager for Administration, recognized the following individuals for receiving certification by the North Carolina Association of Registers of Deeds in conjunction with the Institute of Government. Linda F. McAbee Register of Deeds Kay L. Hahn - Assistant Register of Deeds Cathy K. Farrington - Deputy Register of Deeds On behalf of the Board, Commissioner Carpenter presented a Certificate of Commendation to each employee in recognition of their achievement. The Board congratulated the employees on receiving the certification.