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Latest World Class Employees News

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Dec 11, 2025

How Volunteer Coordinator Julie Kleck Helps Southlake Shine

Meet Julie Kleck — our 2025 Spirit of Southlake Award winner.
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Oct 31, 2025

Crafting Unforgettable Experiences: How Expertise Elevates Every Event at Legends Hall 

Meet the expert behind the magic at Legends Hall.
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Oct 14, 2025

Spotlight on Southlake Water Utilities: Meet Customer Service Manager Hannah Samas

Every great resident experience starts with excellent customer service — and Hannah Samas leads a team focused on making that possible!
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Aug 1, 2025

Building Excellence: Southlake’s Deputy Building Official Charlie Wright Earns Top Industry Certification

From blueprints to buildings, Charlie Wright is raising the bar on safety and quality — one inspection (and certification) at a time.
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Jul 15, 2025

The Unsung Architects of Success: Southlake’s Purchasing Team Earns 14th Excellence Award

From pavement to paperclips, Southlake’s award‑winning Procurement Team approaches each purchase with strategy, integrity, and a sharp focus on taxpayer value.
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Jul 8, 2025

Growing in Greatness: Accountant Tandra Wilson Completes Emerging Finance Leaders Program

Learn how accountant Tandra Wilson’s drive to grow is helping shape Southlake’s financial future.
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May 15, 2025

Sweet Success in Southlake: Unwrapping the 2025 Employee Appreciation Winners!

Check out this candy-coated lineup of the 2025 Employee Appreciation Award Winners.
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May 8, 2025

Excellence in Action: Southlake’s City Secretary’s Office Earns Top Statewide Recognition for the Third Time

Southlake’s City Secretary’s Office earns award for excellence in transparency, efficiency, and public service.
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Feb 4, 2025

Records Manager Michelle DeVoss Earns Texas Registered Municipal Clerk Certification

What’s better than having one Texas Registered Municipal Clerk in the City Secretary’s Office? Having three!
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Jan 2, 2025

Shining Bright for Service: How Juan Sanchez’s Positivity Makes Our City Sparkle

For Juan Sanchez, every day feels like Friday. That's why he greets everyone with a cheerful “Happy Friday,” no matter the day.