ITEM TITLE:
Proclamation - Recognizing International Human Resources Day
SUBMITTED BY: Jeremy Talbott, Ports & Harbors Director
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SUMMARY STATEMENT:
International Human Resources Day is observed annually on May 20th to acknowledge the essential role HR professionals play in shaping organizational culture, supporting employees, and strengthening workplaces across all sectors. Human Resources professionals are vital to fostering environments rooted in fairness, accountability, and strategic growth.
This proclamation specifically honors the contributions of HR professionals in the Valdez community, with special recognition of the City’s own Human Resources Department staff: HR Director Rhea Cragun and HR Manager Tina Fifarek.
Their leadership exemplifies the City of Valdez Core Values of integrity, stewardship, innovation and celebration.