Item E5 E5
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY of MONROE i Mayor Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5
The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern James K.Scholl,District 3
Craig Cates,District 1
Michelle Lincoln,District 2
' David Rice,District 4
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
November 19, 2024
Agenda Item Number: E5
2023-3300
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: Commissioners Aid
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Corie Abel
9:00 am
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Proclamation recognizing Joyce Griffin for her service to the citizens
of Monroe County as our elected Supervisor of Elections.
ITEM BACKGROUND:
Proclamation in honor of Joyce Griffin's time as Supervisor of Elections for Monroe County.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
N/A
INSURANCE REQUIRED:
No
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: N/A
DOCUMENTATION:
Joyce Griffin Proclamation Update.docx
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
N/A
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Proclamation Honoring
Joyce"Mama Bear"Griffin
In honor of her retirement
WHEREAS,Monroe County government deems it necessary to highlight the accomplishments and bestow honor on
county citizens who are committed to excellence and consistently strive to improve our community; and
WHEREAS,Joyce Griffin is has devoted 40 years of service to Monroe County beginning in 1984 as a clerk typist,
working every clerical position in the office,then elected to Supervisor of Elections in 2012 after working under 5
different Supervisor of Elections becoming known as the"Do it girl"as she prides herself on getting the work done;
and
WHEREAS Joyce has served as the Supervisor of Elections for Monroe County with distinction,overseeing the fair,
accurate,and transparent conduct of elections,ensuring that every eligible citizen has the opportunity to vote and
have their voice heard; and
WHEREAS,throughout Joyce's tenure,she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to upholding the
principles of democracy,tirelessly working to safeguard the rights of voters and improve the electoral system; and
WHEREAS,Joyce has been a trusted leader and an advocate for innovations by streamlining the voting process and
successfully moved Monroe County into the future with computer voting machines helping to enhance voter
accessibility,and increased voter participation; and
WHEREAS Joyce has led with integrity,professionalism,and dedication,inspiring confidence in the electoral
system among both voters and colleagues alike; and
WHEREAS Joyce will be greatly missed by all who have worked with her,and her legacy will continue to influence
the work of future elections professionals; and
Now therefore be it proclaimed November 191 in Monroe County as Joyce Griffin Day in recognition of her
remarkable career,dedicated service,and extraordinary contributions to our community.We extend our heartfelt
gratitude for her leadership and wish her a well-deserved retirement,filled with health,happiness,and fulfillment.
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