This week, several departments held their annual Holiday luncheons to recognize employees and spread some cheer.  

The Recreation Department held its luncheon at South Bibb Recreation Center. Rec employees from all corners of the county came decked out in plaid for games, good food, and awards. Some folks took home prizes like gift cards and candy. Director Robert Walker reminded everyone how much they’re appreciated.  

“Every Rec employee is the vital to our mission of building healthy communities through people, parks, and programs,” says Walker. “Especially through the pandemic, this team has really stepped up and worked tirelessly to meet that mission, even through Facebook and Zoom.” 

 For more than 20 years now, the Public Works and Engineering Departments have held a joint luncheon for all their combined employees. While they held a drive-thru party in 2020, they were back in person this year with a catered barbecue luncheon out at the Public Works office in West Macon.  

Awards were handed out for good attendance, length of employment, and employee of the year. Engineering Director Charles Brooks made a point to thank everyone in both departments for their hard work, often times doing work the public doesn’t realize.  

You can view a photo album for the Recreation luncheon here, and the photo album from the Public Works/Engineering luncheon here.