During Tuesday night's Clay County Board of County Commissioners Meeting, commissioners celebrated some of our outstanding animal services employees who were recently recognized at the Florida Animal Protection and Advocacy Association (FAPAA)’s annual conference.


From left to right: Clay County District 1 Commissioner John Sgromolo, Animal Care Attendant I Peyton Boyett (back row), Kennel Attendant Grace Allard (front row), Animal Care Attendant II Tarkey Montgomery (back row), Animal Services Volunteer Pam Jordan (front row), Animal Control Executive Secretary Arlene Jones, Animal Services Shelter Manager Courtney Sumner, Clay County District 5 Commissioner Dr. Kristen Burke, Clay County District 2 Commissioner Alexandra Compere, Clay County District 3 Commissioner Jim Renninger, Clay County Assistant County Manager Troy Nagle, Clay County Manager Howard Wanamaker.

 
LEFT: Animal Control Executive Secretary Arlene Jones was awarded the association's prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for the incredible impact her 27-year career has made in advancing animal welfare and enhancing department operations. 

 

 

RIGHT: Animal Care Attendant II Tarkey Montgomery was recognized as the FAPAA employee of the year for his exceptional dedication, tireless work ethic, and deep commitment to animal welfare. 

Animal Care Attendant I Peyton Boyett, Kennel Attendant Grace Allard, and Animal Services Volunteer Pam Jordan were also recognized for being in the top three for the Rising Star Award, Triumphant Tail Award, and Volunteer of the Year Award.

We are so proud of these hardworking and dedicated team members who have gone above and beyond to advance animal welfare in Clay County.