County Recognizes Employees for Service Milestones at August Awards Ceremony

The Hays County government meeting held on August 19, 2025, commenced with a presentation recognizing employees for their years of service and retirement. Human Resources Director Eric Grenhino led the ceremony, highlighting the contributions of various staff members.

The meeting began with the acknowledgment of employees celebrating milestone anniversaries. Those recognized for one year of service included Corey Fennell, Andrew Baer, and several others from the transportation and sheriff's offices, as well as the district attorney's office and county judge's office. A total of 15 employees were honored for their dedication.

Next, the meeting moved on to employees with five years of service. Notable mentions included Patricia Hadden from the district attorney's office and Rudy Sierra from the maintenance department, among others.

The recognition continued with employees celebrating ten years of service, including Ashley Greenfeather from pretrial services and Kim Jeter from human resources. Jeter was also highlighted later in the meeting as a retiree, marking her significant contributions to the county.

The ceremony concluded with acknowledgments for employees with 15 and 25 years of service, including Travis Brown and Ivy Saunders, respectively. The meeting underscored the county's appreciation for its dedicated workforce, fostering a sense of community and recognition among staff members.

Overall, the meeting served as a platform to honor the commitment of Hays County employees, reinforcing the value placed on long-term service and dedication to public service.