Suzanne Beyer
Board of Health Head Clerk

"Sue goes above and beyond every day. She often is seen multitasking at her desk. She will often be seen helping out our office during her lunchtime as well as staying after work to complete those necessary forms that need to get out to our citizens. During parade time as well as any events that our city provides, Sue is willing to take on the task and she does it well."
~Deb Schaier

Megan Seiler
Wistariahurst Museum Director

"Megan has worked wonders at the Wistariahurst Museum in the few short years since she joined the city. With a shoestring budget and small staff, she and her team have still managed to build programming that caters to all walks of life in our community, including: an annual Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration, cemetery tours, Holiday Open Houses, house tours, Wisty Wednesdays, and rotating exhibits that showcase a meaningful diversity of cultures and perspectives. On top of all this she also somehow manages to secure funding and implement major capital improvements to the house and grounds, and oversees a small army of dedicated volunteers.
Megan brings scholars, artists, and community members together with a deep commitment to cultivating a safe, inclusive, and equitable space for all. She makes frequent appearances on Holyoke Media and NEPM's Connecting Point to promote upcoming events at Wistariahurst, and in so doing shows our region some of the best things our Holyoke community has to offer. Her acting credits include compelling portrayals of the house cook in the Skinner Servants Tour and Mr. Oakes in the Forestdale Cemetery Tour, showcasing another dimension of her versatile skill set and dedication to community engagement.
It is my opinion that we are extremely fortunate to have Megan around!"
~ Yoni Glogower

Carmen Rodriguez Roche
Second Assistant City Clerk

"Carmen is a helpful coworker who goes out of her way to assist, even if it's not part of her role. She always checks in to see if we need support and listens when we're frustrated. She's trustworthy and proactive with clients too, often finding solutions beyond our office duties to ensure they're taken care of."
~ Jazmin Acevedo

Jason Lefebvre
Assistant Director of the Holyoke Public Library

"Jason goes above and beyond for the public and the library staff: working extra, sometimes unpaid, to make sure our patrons have what they need. He routinely cleans up sharps and trash from the entire Library park so that families can enjoy the lawn. I have known him to go the extra mile for our public from spending extensive time listening and responding to their concerns and needs to using his own time to deliver materials to homebound patrons."
~Cal Sieh

"He is hardworking and always there when we need him. He meets us without affectation. He is truly a person worthy of appreciation."
~Kareima Elshkmak

"Jason is a hard working person who puts his all into his work, and is always there when you need him to answer a question or need help with learning something new, He always finds a way to make us feel appreciated, I also think he needs this recognition for all the hard work he has done and continues to do to make our library the best it can be."
~ Vimarie Torres

"Jason is the most dedicated and thoughtful supervisor that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He is constantly seeking to improve and implement new services for library patrons. His support and encouragement for the library staff is incredible. He goes above and beyond each and every day to serve our community."
~Robin Siniaho

Victoria Houle
COH Engineer Consultant

"Victoria is only part time and fills the vacant Engineer's position. However, she is incredibly responsive, goes above and beyond to assist me with grant applications, is highly knowledgeable and willing to assist me in understanding complex concepts. I consider her a valuable asset to the city!"
~ Miira Gates

Maria Pagan
Holyoke Public Library Director

"All words of thanks and appreciation are not enough. She truly deserves to be honored by the city of Holyoke. In our library, it is like a mother at home. She cares about every little and big things. She works in all departments with humility and love when she knows we need her."
~Kareima Elshkmak

Nilka Ortiz
Executive Assistant/Scheduler to the Mayor

"Nilka is always willing and open to listen. She is the type of person who gives you a sense of peace when you speak to her. Nilka always goes above and beyond to help citizens and seeks solutions and guidance for them as best as she can." 
~Jazmin Acevedo

"Nilka is like a lighthouse. People seeking direction come to her and she is always accessible and helpful in English and Spanish. She is patient and kind and a joy to work with."
~Stephen Fay

Dale Glenn
Executive Administrative Assistant to the Fire Chief

"In recognition of her unwavering dedication and professionalism, Dale Glenn has exemplified the highest standards of service during her tenure with the Holyoke Fire Department. Through her commitment to excellence and her tireless efforts to serve the community of Holyoke, Dale has consistently demonstrated her passion for ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents. Her years of service stand as a testament to her unwavering commitment and selfless dedication to the values of the fire department and the greater community. Dale Glenn's contributions have made a lasting impact, and her exemplary service is truly commendable."
~From the Holyoke Board of Fire Commissioners

Jaime Morrow
Chief Procurement Officer

"As we all know, Jaime is an absolute powerhouse. She has taken her new role to new heights with all the work she is doing behind the scenes. She ensures equality and fairness all while adhering to the many many laws her department is governed by. She is a team player and it has been a real joy to watch her grow in her position."
~Laura Shaw

Lisa Ball
City Solicitor

"First and foremost, Lisa is an amazing leader. She is always available to help when her team needs it and is always willing to help other departments within the City. She is also incredibly dedicated to the City of Holyoke. She not only provides an excellent service to the City in her role as Solicitor, but also volunteers her personal time for several charitable organizations within the City. The City of Holyoke should be proud to have her."
~ Jane Mantolesky

Rory Casey
Treasurer

"Rory goes over and above each and every day and has since he has worked for the City in various Departments. He is the true epitome of what a Holyoker is and how he wants to help his Community."
~ Marie Hogan

Colton Garelli
Board of Health Sanitarian II

"Thank you Colton for taking me under your wing when I started my new role as an inspector. You’re such a great asset to the BOH and to the city of Holyoke."
~Polo Delgado

Debbie Schaier
Public Health Nurse

"Debbie has served the City of Holyoke for over thirty years. She is knowledgeable, highly motivated, and makes every professional decision based on Holyoke's best interest. Debbie will go above and beyond her duties to make sure that the work that she produces is precise and thorough. I am proud to be on the same team as such a valuable professional."
~ Tim Rivers 

Navae Fenwick Rodriguez
Council on Aging & Senior Center Executive Director

"I've never had a superior as compassionate, intelligent, fair, and hard-working as Navae. She is completely community-focused and cares not only about the senior population she serves, but the city as a whole. She's committed to justice, equity, and finding creative solutions for difficult problems. Navae talks the talk and walks the walk, and expects you to as well - the mark of a great leader. She is the reason the Senior Center succeeds in helping so many people, and repeatedly puts herself out there to support her staff and the seniors of this community. I hope she knows how much we at the Senior Center appreciate her!"
~Eileen Maginnis

Jeffery Anderson-Burgos
City Council Administrative Assistant

"Jeffery works very hard and is always there to answer any questions we may have. He has the temperament needed to answer questions etc for 13 City Councilors. Our paperwork and emails are always on time and very beneficial to us. I believe Jeff has taken a role in keeping up the city website as well as the City Council. He is invaluable to everyone."
~Patti Devine

Alexandria (Alex) Maysonet
License Board Administrative Assistant

"She is a one woman show, without her things will still be a mess with all the licenses she does. She is outspoken and does not bite her tongue for no one but in a nice way. She's a Boss lady!"
- Kimberly Casiano 

Nathan Hayes
Children's Librarian

"Nathan Hayes is our Children's Librarian he works very hard to make sure our children can have a safe environment to play, read a book, he also plans great programs for the children in our community to enjoy during the Summer while school is out, The children also like it when he reads to them either at the library or at the schools."
~  Vimarie Torres

Mary Gotham, Paralegal

"I want to recognize Mary Gotham for her outstanding commitment to the law department! She is here every day with a smile on her face and is always polite to everyone who either calls or shows up with a complaint. She always goes the extra mile and can be relied upon when any of us need something-no matter what it is, she finds a way to help us. We appreciate you so much."
~ Lisa, Jane, Kathy & Mike

Joshua A. Garcia, MPA Mayor,

"I have been with the City of Holyoke for over 14 years. I have worked with several Mayors and I have to say I have never seen city morale as high as it is today! His quarterly Department Head meetings really bring the Department Heads together and we are made aware of what is going on in each department. I really feel like the City is a team under the Garcia Administration!"
~Brenna Murphy McGee

Kelly A. Curran
Personnel Director

"Kelly is a jack of all trades, not only for all of the city employees, but for the retirees and potential employees who cross her path daily. She is a motivator, a therapist, a confidant, a friend, amongst many other incredible talents. The city hit the lottery when they picked Kelly, she is an incredible asset to the City of Holyoke and should be applauded for all her efforts!"
~Laura Shaw

"I am nominating Kelly for her time, her work ethic and her dedication to the employees of the city. Both Kelly and her staff are friendly and helpful to all employees and have gone above and beyond in planning and organizing events for Public Service Recognition week while continuing to perform their daily duties. Thank you Kelly, Dimarys, Dazhana, and Keishla for everything you do."
~Deb Brunelle

Laura Shaw
Tax Collector

"Laura has been a pleasure to work for since she started. She is understanding and caring towards her employees and dedicated to her role as Tax Collector for the city. Coming into this position as we were just reopening from Covid and taking over from the former Tax Collector, she has really worked hard to bring this office up to date and on track. She is greatly appreciated."
~Yaritza Rivera

Kenny Buxton
DPW Refuse Foreman

Dave Bergeron
DPW City Laborer

Dave Bergeron of DPW is an unsung employee of the City. He always shows up with a smile and a silly “Dad Joke” to make us chuckle. Thanks Dave for all you do for Wistariahurst and the Senior Center."
~ Penni Martorell