PREPARED BY: MATTHEW BROWN DATE OF MEETING: 10/20/2025
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RECOGNITION BY THE SAN PABLO CITY COUNCIL OF JIMMIE ZHOU FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AND RECEIPT OF THE AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA) NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER'S 2025 CHRYSALIS AWARD
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CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Present Certificate of Recognition and Distribute Award.
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COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
FY 2023-2025 Council Priority Workplan Compliance Statements:
Item 209: Continue to be an "Employer of Choice" to attract and retain talent and continue to provide the community with exceptional service is a major policy goal contained in the FY 2025-27 City Council Priority Workplan, adopted April 7, 2025.
BACKGROUND
Jimmie Zhou exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism, innovation, and dedication to public service. Over the course of his tenure with the City, Jimmie has consistently gone above and beyond to deliver complex capital improvement projects, support departmental needs across divisions, and serve the community with care and expertise. His leadership and technical capabilities were recently recognized through the receipt of the following significant honor:
* APWA Northern California's Chrysalis Award
The Chrysalis Award recognizes individuals who are driven to be the best at what they do and who go above and beyond in their roles. In addition to their professional contributions, these individuals actively give back to their communities and the public works profession through involvement in professional or community-based groups and programs. The award acknowledges those who take on extra responsibilities and organizational leadership roles.
This award reflects not only the quality of Jimmie's work but also his passion for service, ability to lead, and commitment to improving the lives of residents.
Background and Achievements:
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