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Recognition of Jose Torres for 15 years of dedicated service to the City of Farmers Branch
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BACKGROUND:
Jose Torres started work the City of Farmers Branch February 24, 2004. He was hired into a Park Technician I position and was promoted later into a Crew Leader position that he holds today. He is a hardworking employee that has many accomplishments and successes in this 15 year period. Jose is known for his high expectations and intensive daily work regiment. He truly maintains his areas like they were his own. Jose would tell you that he is the co-owner of his areas with the citizens of Farmers Branch and will say that it has been a good partnership. Gussie Field Watterworth Park is a park that he has embraced and transformed into the gem that it has become. He identified areas for improvement and proactively found ways to increase functionality and fun for park visitors.
Jose has been involved in many high profile projects ranging rose garden construction to Rotary Club Playground Project and most recently, the construction of the Barney Wood Bark Park. He is a person that doesn’t shy away from the hard jobs, he considers them as just the next challenge.
Jose and his wife Ericka reside in Arlington with their three kids Jonathan, Joselyn and Alexander. He is a proud father that has invested quality time into his children. From working with his kids in a family owned business to traveling with them on vacation regularly. Jose enjoys reading historical based books and watching documentaries. He often shares what he learns with his friends and co-workers.
Jose, thank you for 15 years of dedicated service and keep wearing that smile that can be infectious and encouraging.