Mike Watkins
On behalf of the Council, it is my pleasure to recognize Mike Watkins as the October 2010 City Employee of the Month. Mike is the Community Development Supervisor and has worked for the city since October 1995. Mike started out his career with the city in a much different role. He was an electric lineman for our utility until he became injured on the job. The injury was severe enough that it prohibited his return to working as a lineman. It is a testament to Mike’s tenacity and CAN DO attitude that he was willing and able to re-train for a radically different new occupation. Mike has not only adapted, he has excelled at his position in community development. He has learned to work with economic development projects, planning issues, and business owner assistance programs.
Mike is very active in our community and has served the last two years as President of our Chamber of Commerce. He volunteers hundreds of hours to promote the City and assist our local business community.
Thank you Mike for all your hard work and commitment to the City of Milton-Freewater!