Friday, December 16, 2022 – The Long Service Awards program celebrates and commemorates the long-term commitment and loyalty of District of Sooke employees.
Sooke Council, along with the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Don Schaffer and Deputy CAO, Raechel Gray, recognize nine team members for their dedication, knowledge sharing and support in helping the District work towards its vision as an inclusive, healthy and self-sufficient community:
- Medea Mills, Bylaw Enforcement Officer II/Business License Inspector, for 15 years
- Laura Hooper, Parks and Environmental Services Manager, for 15 years
- Teresa Burket, Wastewater Clerk, for 10 years
- Jessica Boquist, Parks and Environmental Services Coordinator, for 5 years
- Angela Sinclair, Parks Operations – Lead Hand, for 5 years
- Christina Handy, Parks Worker 1, for 5 years
- Carolyn Mushata, Director of Corporate Services (Corporate Officer), for 5 years
- Ben Temple, Fire Fighter, for 5 years
- Grayson Kerr, Fire Fighter, for 5 years
“Sooke is a relatively young community with its incorporation on December 7, 1999 so having members of our team who have chosen to spend their careers with us is a real compliment to the community,” reflects Mayor Maja Tait. “On behalf of District of Sooke Council, it is my honour to recognize Medea, Laura, Teresa, Jessica, Angela, Christina, Carolyn, Benjamin and Grayson for their service to the District. Your hard work and efforts year after year are making a difference in our community.”
The District of Sooke Long Service Awards recognize extended periods of service at employees’ 5-year anniversaries.
