City Honors 2025 Employees of the Year

SAN ANGELO, TX - The City of San Angelo recognized employees during its 2025 Employee Appreciation Luncheon held Feb. 19 at the McNease Convention Center. This event celebrates the hard work, dedication and excellence of City employees who go above and beyond in their service to the community.

Employee of the Year
 

The 2025 Employee of the Year award was presented to Building Permits Clerk Annette Garza. Garza has been a key member of the Development Services Department, recognized for her reliability and consistent performance. She played a significant role in the department’s software transition by helping maintain an efficient and organized inspection process. In addition, her communication and coordination have helped reduce delays and confusion for staff and citizens. Her contributions highlight her vital role in the department’s overall success.
 

Up-and-Coming Employee of the Year
 

The City also awarded the new Up-and-Coming Employee of the Year to Deputy Fire Marshal Eric Martinson. In his position, Martinson developed new standard operating guidelines that helped the Fire Marshal’s Office pass its state audit. He also spearheaded a series of fire prevention safety videos for the public and created a field training officer program that significantly improved investigator training. During the July 4
flood, Martinson helped assess more than 12,000 damaged structures and supported law enforcement in protecting residents and property. His contributions to his department and the community embody the qualities recognized by this inaugural award. In addition to these citywide honors, the following employees were recognized as

Division Employees of the Year for their outstanding contributions to their respective departments:

2025 Division Employees of the Year

Airport
• Tim Smith Development Services Department
• Development Services Division – Uni Gaither
• Planning Division – Karen Putnam
• Permits Division – Annette Garza

Economic Development Department
• Nora Nevarez 

Engineering Department
• Luis Lozano 

Finance Department
• Jonathan Flores 

Fire Department
• Eric Martinson 

Human Resources Department
• Jennifer Martin 

Information Technology
• Steven Thompson 

Legal Department
• Bryon Fox

Municipal Court
• Municipal Court – Diana Cruz
• City Marshal’s Office – Bryan Miears

Neighborhood and Family Services Department
• Animal Services Division – Weston Winchester
• Code Compliance Division – Daniel Fisher
• Housing Division – Steve Diaz
• WIC Division – Noemi Benson

Operations Department
• Fleet Services Division – Jeff Ray
• Operations Administration Division – Charles Michalewicz
• Stormwater Division – Robert Hall
• Street and Bridge Division – William Reyes
• Traffic Division – Michael Rocha

Parks and Recreation Department
• Civic Events Division – William Franke
• Fairmount Division – Jorge Monsivias
• Fort Concho Division – Brendalee Brown
• Parks Division – Thomas Doster
• Recreation Division – Sean Fields

Police Department
• Administration – Joe Bascom
• Sworn Personnel – Barry Wike
• Public Safety Communications – Linda Waller

Water Department
• Customer Service Division – Joseph Escalona
• Utility Maintenance Division – Frank Lopez
• Water Distribution – Daniel Amezcua
• Water Reclamation Division – Brandon Dupre

"The City of San Angelo extends heartfelt congratulations to all honorees and thanks every employee for their continued service and excellence," information from the city stated. 

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