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RESOLUTION NO. 2015- 01 (a
RESOLUTION COMMENDING KEN KIRK
FOR HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE
ONGOING SUCCESS OF THE
CENTRAL CONTRA COSTA SANITARY DISTRICT
AND
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CLEAN WATER AGENCIES
WHEREAS, Ken Kirk was a dedicated employee of the National Association of
Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) for almost 40 years, and has served as its
Executive Director since 1990; and
WHEREAS, under Ken Kirk's guidance, the brand change from American
Metropolitan Sewerage Agencies (AMSA) to the National Association of Clean
Water Agencies helped further establish NACWA as a premier clean water
advocacy organization; and
WHEREAS, Ken Kirk successfully advanced NACWA's standing as an
environmental leader promoting responsible and sound regulation; and
WHEREAS, as Executive Director, Ken Kirk strengthened NACWA's staffing and
finances, and significantly increased agency membership by encouraging many
smaller organizations and storm water agencies to join; and
WHEREAS, Ken Kirk worked to enhance collaboration with others outside of the
wastewater community, resulting in partnerships and agreements that will further
NACWA's clean water goals; and
WHEREAS, due to Ken Kirk's efforts, the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District's
participation in NACWA has aided the District in meeting its goals of being an
innovative and fiscally responsible organization that protects public health and
the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Ken Kirk is hereby commended for
his distinguished service during his tenure with NACWA resulting in improved
advocacy and representation of member agencies, including the Central Contra
Costa Sanitary District; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Central Contra Costa Sanitary District wishes
Ken Kirk a long, healthy and fulfilling retirement from his active role with NACWA.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9th day of July, 2015, by the Board of Directors of
the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District by the following vote:
AYES:
Members:
NOES:
Members:
ABSENT:
Members:
Michael R. McGill P.E.
President of the Board of Directors
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
County of Contra Costa, State of California
COUNTERSIGNED:
Elaine R. Boehme, CIVIC
Secretary of the District
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
County of Contra Costa, State of California