Two retire from Precinct 1; auditor provides transparency

Two longtime employees were honored with a reception during the March 22 commissioner’s court meeting.

Randall Putman and John Hague were both employed in Precinct 1 and announced their retirement to the court.

Commissioner Brandon Brown introduced Putman and Hague and said that the “county appreciates your years of hard work.”

Randall Putman was employed in VZC for 10 years as a mechanic.

Commissioner Brandon Brown said that he “appreciated everything,” that Putman had done for Precinct 1 and the county.

“I know you worked for commissioners before me and I applaud your dedication to the county. We have had a lot of equipment that is old and has to be pieced together and fixed, and you (Randall) did that for us.  I am very appreciative of his efforts and I know his job skills will be missed,” said Brown.

Brown then introduced John Hague who has been an employee  VZC for 28 years in Precinct 1.

“Hague has been an employee for 28 years. You have a lot of knowledge and have taught a lot of people. You will be dearly missed.”

Brown then presented both Putman and Hague will plaques to commemorate their retirement and time as employees in Van Zandt County.

County Auditor Freddy Thomas provided a glimpse of transparency regarding budget amendments. 

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