The city of San Angelo recognized employees during its 2025 Employee Appreciation Luncheon, including the 2025 Employee of the Year, according to a news release.
The city held its luncheon on Thursday at the McNease Convention Center, celebrating the hard work, dedication and excellence of city employees.
The 2025 Employee of the Year award was presented to Building Permits Clerk Annette Garza.
“Garza has been a key member of the Development Services Department, recognized for her reliability and consistent performance,” a news release from the city stated.
“She played a significant role in the department’s software transition by helping maintain an efficient and organized inspection process,” the media release said. “In addition, her communication and coordination have helped reduce delays and confusion for staff and citizens. Her contributions highlight her vital role in the department’s overall success.”
The city also awarded the new Up-and-Coming Employee of the Year award to Deputy Fire Marshal Eric Martinson.
“In his position, Martinson developed new standard operating guidelines that helped the Fire Marshal’s Office pass its state audit,” the release stated. “He also spearheaded a series of fire prevention safety videos for the public and created a field training officer program that significantly improved investigator training.”
According to the release, Martinson helped assess more than 12,000 damaged structures and supported law enforcement in protecting residents and property during the July 4 flood.
“His contributions to his department and the community embody the qualities recognized by this inaugural award,” the news release stated.
Employees were also recognized as Division Employees of the Year for their outstanding contributions to their departments.
Here are the 2025 Division Employees of the Year:
Airport
Development Services Department
Economic Development Department
Engineering Department
Finance Department
Fire Department
Human Resources Department
Information Technology
Legal Department
Municipal Court
Neighborhood and Family Services Department
Operations Department
Parks and Recreation Department
Police Department
Water Department
“The City of San Angelo extends heartfelt congratulations to all honorees and thanks every employee for their continued service and excellence,” the release stated.
(This story was updated to add a new photo.)
This article originally appeared on San Angelo Standard-Times: San Angelo celebrates city employees, names top honorees
Reporting by Rosanna Fraire, San Angelo Standard-Times / San Angelo Standard-Times
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