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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING AND HONORING <br /> ROBERT A . MAROTTO , <br /> RETIRING DIRECTOR , ORANGE COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES <br /> WHEREAS , in 2005 , Robert A . ( Bob ) Marotto continued his career of public service and <br /> animal welfare by joining the Animal Services Department as the director ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Mr . Marotto ' s first task as director was overseeing the startup of the County' s <br /> first free -standing and full service Animal Services Department ; and <br /> WHEREAS , during Mr . Marotto ' s years with the County , he has implemented multiple <br /> programs and policies that set the tone and direction for a progressive and top notch <br /> operations which have benefitted both the residents and animals of Orange County ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Bob ' s understanding of the human /animal bond has impacted many positive <br /> outcomes for animals and their owners ; and <br /> WHEREAS , while Mr . Marotto has always practiced education over enforcement , that <br /> has not deterred him from pursuing and advocating for the protection of animals and <br /> assuring they have a voice in seeking justice for the neglect and cruelty inflicted upon <br /> them ; and <br /> WHEREAS , as Director , Bob has established cohesive working relationships with other <br /> County departments , local law enforcement , district courts , animal rescue groups and <br /> other animal welfare agencies ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Mr . Marotto ' s commitment to community and outreach has been evident in <br /> his participation in multiple speaking engagements , special events and published essays <br /> and editorials ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Mr . Marotto has never put a dog and cat in the same cage and is known for <br /> grabbing a control pole and jumping in to help capture the most aggressive and elusive <br /> Chihuahua ; and <br /> WHEREAS , Mr . Marotto is retiring from Orange County on March 3 , 2021 after 16 years <br /> of service and devotion for both people and animals , and will be missed ; <br /> NOW THEREFORE , we , the Orange County Board of Commissioners , do hereby <br /> recognize and express deep appreciation and respect for the services rendered by Robert <br /> Marotto to the Orange County community , and wish him well in his retirement . <br /> This the 16t " day of February , 20 <br /> f ( khRenee Price , Chair <br /> Orange County Board of Commissioners <br /> '" f `kA4t <br />