SUBJECT
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Confirm appointment of Michael Chase to serve as Polk County Fleet Management Director, effective May 21, 2024.
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DESCRIPTION
As required by the Polk County Charter, the appointment of executive service employees is subject to confirmation by the Board of County Commissioners. The County Manager has selected Mr. Michael Chase to be the Director of the Fleet Management Division.
Mr. Chase has been employed with Polk County in the Fleet Management Division as the Fleet Operations Manager for the past 12 years. Prior to his time with Polk County, he spent approximately 25 years in the private sector in positions of technician, foreman, team leader and manager. Mr. Chase is a United States Army National Guard veteran, serving from 1981 to 2002 and served in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. During his enlistment, he held positions of Maintenance Support Team Sergeant (MST), Quality Inspection Sergeant, and Wheel/Track Vehicle Mechanic. He has numerous certifications, memberships, and awards related to both automotive fleet operations and organization administration.
RECOMMENDATION
Request the Board to confirm the appointment of Michael Chase to serve as the Fleet Management Director, effective, May 21, 2024.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Fleet Management Director is an authorized position in the Adopted FY 23-24 Budget. The base annual salary for this position has been set at $132,170.00 and employment fridge benefits are valued at $26,675.00 annually. These employment costs are covered within the existing appropriations.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Bill Beasley, County Manager
(863) 534-6444
BillBeasley@polk-county.net