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MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave County Public Works Department†has recently received full accreditation by the American Public Works Association (APWA) for the fifth ntime. This accreditation formally verifies and recognizes that the agency is in full compliance with the recommended management practices set forth in APWAís†Public Works Management Practices Manual. Open to all governmental agencies with responsibilities for public works functions, initial accreditation from APWA is for a four-year period, during which time semi-annual updates will be required to demonstrate continuing compliance. After that time, there is a re-accreditation process which builds on the original accreditation, encouraging continuous improvement and…

MOHAVE COUNTY – The perks of Mohave Community College’s Workforce Excellence Series are already on display in Mohave County. From organizational management to leadership skills and more, a number of municipal departments are reaping the benefits of courses tailored to their specific needs. MCC’s Workforce Excellence Series provides individuals, companies and organizations with a personalized approach to enhancing soft skills. Those skills, including customer service, resolving conflict and successful communication, launch individuals and organizations to the next level of service. Several Lake Havasu City employees took part in the first Workforce Excellence Series, which is tailored not only for government…

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Lake Havasu City Council held last week included Lake Havasu City Manager Jess Knudson announcing the retirement†of Plans Examiner Carl Criswell. Criswell was with the city for five years and enforced billing codes. Knudson also shared the Elk’s Lodge Law and Order night event that happened on Saturday September 23. Corporal Brent Skancke was awarded Office of the Year. Detective†Richard Castillo was also recognized for his service with the Elks Lodge.  Elks Lodge also presented a $500 check for the city’s cadet program.† The fire department awarded Public Education Specialist Gina Gutierrez at Law and…

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Lake Havasu City Council held last week included Lake Havasu City Manager Jess Knudson announcing the retirement†of Plans Examiner Carl Criswell. Criswell was with the city for five years and enforced billing codes. Knudson also shared the Elk’s Lodge Law and Order night event that happened on Saturday September 23. Corporal Brent Skancke was awarded Office of the Year. Detective†Richard Castillo was also recognized for his service with the Elks Lodge.  Elks Lodge also presented a $500 check for the city’s cadet program.† The fire department awarded Public Education Specialist Gina Gutierrez at Law and…

KINGMAN – New Interim City Manager Grady Miller was recognized following the start of Tuesday’s Kingman Council meeting. Mayor Ken Watkins handled the welcome and introduction. “Grady, glad to have you on board,” Watkins said. “Thank you mayor and council and the public,” Miller responded. “I’m very glad to be here and am looking forward to the next several months in helping the council.” Mayor Watkins noted that Miller has experienced some difficulty in securing housing for his indefinite period of Kingman employment. The comment came as Council considered amending its current requirement that the Kingman City Manager reside within…

Mercy Care has designated Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H)†a 2023 Autism Spectrum Disorder Center of Excellence Program. The innovative leader in behavioral health received recognition for the organization’s†dedication and commitment to serving the communityís most vulnerable members in addition to its work with the most complex members with autism diagnoses and their families to keep the children in the community. ìMercy Care has chosen Southwest Behavioral & Health Services as a shining beacon of compassion and expertise, designating them as one of our 2023 Autism Spectrum Disorder Centers of Excellence,î said Mercy Care Department of Child Safety†Comprehensive Health Plan…