Department of Public Works certificate recipients

Kyong Choi, Senior Accountant II, General Accounting Division, Accounts Receivable Section Manager

A City employee for 30 years, Kyong Choi is being recognized for her dedication and initiative in managing the Office of Accounting Accounts Receivable Section. In particular, she is being recognized for sharing her impressive knowledge of accounts receivable and trust fund procedures, providing exemplary customer service and assisting staff perform the more-complex work responsibilities.

Almer Colorado, Senior Accountant II, Special Funds, SC&M Section Manager

A City employee for 9 years, Almer Colorado is being recognized for his dedication and commitment in managing the Office of Accounting Special Funds SC&M Section and for his contribution to the Office of Accounting. In particular, he is being recognized for assuring the Section processes its heavy workload quickly and accurately, for assisting with complex aspects of GASB 34 infrastructure reporting, for coordinating special assignments, and for providing invaluable support to the Assistant Director of the Office of Accounting, Jean Su.

usan Maniquis, Accountant II, Special Funds, SC&M Section

A City employee for over 27 years, Susan Maniquis is being recognized for exemplifying professional commitment and dedication to her work. Besides being hard working and dependable, her ability to analyze construction contracts and maintain thorough and accurate records has been very beneficial to our department and to the Office of the City Attorney in dealing with contractors and litigation.

Blas Rafols, Accountant II, General Accounting Division, Budget Section

A City employee for just over 2 years, Blas Rafols is being recognized for his initiative and dedicated work in the Section and for his extraordinary effort, commitment and skill in maintaining, organizing, reporting and reconciling large and complex amounts of data in the Public Works Trust Fund.

Merlita Valmores, Senior Accountant II, Special Funds, Gas Tax, Assessments and Other Special Funds Section Manager

A City employee for nearly 8 years, Merlita Valmores is being recognized for demonstrating commitment, initiative and teamwork in managing her section and for her contribution to the Office of Accounting. In particular she is being recognized for assisting with complex aspects of GASB 34 infrastructure reporting, for performing substantial work of a long-term vacant position, assisting with various departmental audits, and for providing invaluable support to the Assistant Director of the Office of Accounting, Jean Su.