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Posted on: April 18, 2025

[ARCHIVED] General Services' Gold Star Winner of the Quarter

John Taplin is the Gold Star Employee Image Link

Congratulations, John Taplin! He earned the DGS Gold Star Award for his outstanding work.

Over the past 18 months, he has saved the City more than $250,000 through his work on street sweepers and other critical fleet vehicles.

Most recently, during the City's recent snow event, John  played a key role in ensuring 100% of the plows, spreaders and briners were ready to roll.

His dedication has saved the City more than $250,000 over the past 18 months through his work on the street sweepers and other fleet vehicles. During the City's recent snow event, he played a key role in ensuring 100% of the plows, spreaders and briners were operational and ready to keep the streets safe.

His skills have enabled him to decrease downtime for departments and fix several historic problem areas.

Thank you, John, for your outstanding contributions and commitment to keeping Norfolk moving - rain, shine or snow!

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