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63. SPOT AWARD PROGRAM FOR PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Approve the continuation of a Spot Award Token Program as an employee recognition program for FY2009-2010, in accordance with Section X of the Maricopa County Compensation Plan, in addition to the American Express Peak Performer Program for Parks and Recreation Department. Estimated annual cost of the Spot Award Token Program is under $350.00 and will be absorbed from non-general fund sources within the Department (Fund 241 and Fund 240). The Program will cover the period from July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. Section X of the Maricopa County’s Compensation Plan allows Appointing Authorities to provide recognition rewards to employees for exemplary performance, attendance or other types of job-related achievements. The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Department’s Spot Award Token Program is to allow the Department to present direct, spot awards throughout the period of the Program to employees who have been recognized by their peers for excellent customer service or other types of job-related achievements. The Parks’ Spot Award Token Program, initiated in Fiscal Year 2003, supplements the American Express Peak Performer Program for deserving employees, but expands that Program in that it provides recognition to a larger number of deserving employees through the awarding of smaller denomination American Express Gift Cards. The Department will purchase approximately 30-50 $10 Gift Cards per year in support of this Program at a cost under $350.00, utilizing non-general fund monies from enhancement and other special revenue funds. The Department would like to continue to use the Spot Award Token Program as a morale enhancement and will employ similar processes as are in place for the American Express Card Peak Performer Program to ensure compliance and accountability. This Program is in alignment with the County’s Strategic Priority 6: Maintain a quality workforce and equip County employees with the tools, skills, workspace, and resources they need to do their jobs safely and well. It is not in conflict with the American Express Card Peak Performer Program and is self-funded by the Department. (C-30-09-022-M-00)