For Immediate Release: 2/3/2015 3:15 pm
Worcester, MA (February 3, 2015) - Deb works in the Licensing Division of Planning and Regulatory Services. She was nominated because of her unparalleled dedication to the City. She has been described as adaptable, always taking change in stride with a positive attitude even when faced with difficult situations. Deb is caring, patient and hard-working with impressive time-management skills. She has been known to start work an hour early only to leave late and even on rare occasions when home sick she has been prompt and responsive to customer inquiries. Her nominator said that she is a team player who volunteers help to co-workers even with her own demanding workload and is quick to notice when someone is overwhelmed. During license renewal season, Deb works 12-13 hours per day and keeps her office open to businesses after hours so that they can operate in the City without a break in service.
Pattie is a dedicated employee and an exceptional friend to the City. Her nominator stated that she is always responsive when called or emailed and never puts off the call no matter how busy she is. If she doesn't know the answer she will find out where to get the answer and respond in a timely manner.
Pattie responds to requests from just about every department with professionalism and courtesy and her institutional knowledge serves all well. She knows the importance of team work and tries to go above and beyond when working with others from every department. She is always willing to help no matter what the task and is a go to person for prompt and friendly assistance. She has never complained about completing any task or shied away from doing anything, large or small.
Congratulations to Deb and Pattie!