Joe Sanchez, Trisha Hallerberg and Lori Black (PDC) - nominated by Mike Turman
This team was integral in delivering a very challenging project, UCB000528, FLMG Rm 155 Classroom Renovation, which was struggling in the early stages of execution with a first time contractor on the CU Boulder campus. The project was severely behind schedule in the early stages which jeopardized this critical space being available for the spring semester 2025. This stellar team provided constant coaching and meticulous oversight of the contractor team to ensure submittals/RFIs were timely, construction activities were planned correctly, invoices were properly submitted, and communication was smooth across all stakeholders. They ensured this project met timeline and stayed on budget which enabled successful move-in for the spring semester to a state-of-the-art classroom facility.
Horticulture Team and General Maintenance Team (Outdoor Services) - nominated by Christian Parker
Thank you to the horticulture and general maintenance teams in FM Outdoor Services for coming in both Saturday 1/25/25 and Sunday 1/26/26 to hand shovel snow all weekend after a long work week. They all came in the Saturday 1/18/25 (MLK weekend) as well to hand shovel snow the week prior. These two teams work together hand shoveling snow to open up entrances to class buildings for staff and students, as well as any buildings with special events. They have a genuine concern and care for people's safety, and always do an outstanding job. I am privileged to know and work with these wonderful people.
Integrated Pest Management (Outdoor Services) - nominated by Robert Allen
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) provides outstanding customer service. We have had some uninvited visitors over here in Koelbel, and the IPM team has been all over it. Their response is quick, their attitudes are positive, and their consistent communication keeps me fully informed about how my situation is being handled and the results we are getting. Jessica Platt's excellent leadership and attention to detail shows in every aspect of her work and that of her very capable, diligent team. Keep on rockin!
Kevin Crosby (PDC) - nominated by Kristin Bostelman
Kevin has gone above and beyond over the past few weeks by picking up extra work to fill temporary gaps within the Engineering team - especially when it comes to construction inspections. First off, Kevin took time out of his holiday break to come to campus to facilitate inspections and to ensure that projects were able to continue moving forward. He has picked up more than his share of building and mechanical inspections over the past few weeks, while also managing his other engineering duties. Without Kevin's tremendous efforts, projects would have stalled, which would have cost several projects valuable time and money. Thank you for going above and beyond, Kevin!
Melissa Davis (Transportation) - nominated by Travor Smith
Every day, Melissa goes out of her way to make our team's day better. She has created a monthly newsletter, and features new drivers each month along with their accomplishments, and she has also created a quarterly award to recognize individuals who are "Above The Herd" standouts. I am grateful for her hard work and positivity, and I believe she deserves recognition for it.
Jake Brown (Transportation) - nominated by Craig Miller
With the many demands placed on my shop every day we rarely take time to say thank you however Jake showed his fortitude and willingness yesterday to ensure we had a bus up for transit. Despite the temperature being in the single digits and no room in the shop Jake performed admirably by replacing a starter outside late in the afternoon on a bus that was needed for today's transit operation. Thank you Jake!
