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Norfolk County commissioners and staff honor maintenance employee John Vignoni as he retires after 19 years
Summary
John Vignoni, a long-serving member of the county facilities operation, announced his October retirement after 19 years of service. Commissioners, staff and colleagues praised his professionalism and said he had recommended a successor.
John Vignoni, a long-serving member of Norfolk County—s facilities/public-building staff, told the commission on Oct. 15 that he will retire in October after 19 years with the county.
Vignoni thanked the commissioners for the opportunity to serve and praised the county maintenance team. He told the commission he believed a current colleague, Chick Cushing, was prepared to assume his responsibilities and said he had worked with Cushing during the last month to transfer knowledge and duties.
Commissioners and colleagues offered public thanks and praise at the meeting. Speakers described Vignoni as professional, fair and committed to resolving operational issues; they noted his reputation preceded his hire to the county from work in Quincy. Vignoni said working for the county had been "probably the best job" he had ever held and thanked staff and the commissioners for their support.
No formal action was taken on the retirement announcement during the meeting; commissioners used the item as an opportunity for public recognition and to accept Vignoni—s notice. Vignoni—s remarks included thanks to the maintenance crew and a public endorsement of Chick Cushing as his recommended successor.
