I just wanted to refer to a sad occasion that occurred involving a former board staff employee and that, I am sure, was noted at the meeting. I am speaking of the recent death of former Assistant District Juanita Soriano-Hammer.

I first met Juana in 1978, when I interviewed and then hired her for a staff position at the board. She was subsequently promoted to be the boards’s Assistant DM in the mid 1980′s and served in that capacity until health problems required her to retire several years ago. Juana was an extremely dedicated worker who was loved by all who knew her. This was clearly reflected by the huge number of people who, on very short notice, attended her funeral. She was also a wonderful friend whom I will greatly miss.

So, let us say a warm farewell to a really special person.

PS. In response to the first comment, I believe you can access the biard’s newsletter as a link to its web site.

I don’t get one of those. How do I get one of those?