Many times, the people behind the city services do their job to the best of their ability but don’t seek recognition. The City of Kingsport is starting a new series, titled Highlighting Heroes, and will feature an employee from one of the many different service departments.
The individuals chosen to be a part of this campaign will share their story. You’ll be able to find their story and photo on the city’s weekly Wednesday page. A short video will also be posted to social media, so be sure to check out the Kingsport Facebook page.
Our hope is that these individuals aren’t seen as a just performing their job, but more as an individual who cares for their city and loves their job. Get to know your city service workers and say thanks to our everyday heroes behind the service!
Highlighting Heroes: Sean Surgener
City News, HeroesIt’s a weekly tradition for most Kingsport residents to take garbage carts to the curb the night before their garbage pickup. But for some residents, the garbage crew comes right to their door with the city’s back door pickup service. Chances are, if you participate in the back door service, you’ve met this month’s Highlighted […]
Highlighting Heroes – Kingsport Water Services
City News, HeroesHave you ever wondered about your water and the process it goes through to get to you? Kingsport’s water treatment plant currently maintains 22 water storage tanks and treats around 15 to 16 million gallons daily. Keeping and treating all of that water is only possible due to the hard work of these Water Services […]
Highlighting Heroes: Corder Family
City News, HeroesEvery time you take a sip of clean water, every time you drive safely down a street in Kingsport, you have the Corder family to thank. Mike and Tony Corder are brothers who both work for the City of Kingsport and have been serving the community for 21 and 20 years, respectively. Before entering into […]
Highlighting Heroes: Kristie Leonard – Special Events Coordinator
City News, HeroesHow many times in the past year have you attended a Kingsport event? Whether it was a parade, a Fun Fest event or an Evening at the Market—Kristie Leonard helped make it happen. Kristie, who started with the city 12 years ago, plays a crucial role in a streamlined event process that makes submitting event […]
Highlighting Heroes: David Mason Makes City Projects a Reality
City News, HeroesDavid Mason – Construction Projects Manager From beginning to end, David is proud to have a hand in every major project the city has completed over the past 10 years. David’s job is extraordinary because he works on projects within the city, all the way from conception until completion. He does his best to get […]
Highlighting Heroes: Kingsport Sign Technician with Special Talents
City News, HeroesTony Dingus – Sign Technician for City of Kingsport Tony has the experience and expertise to take his talents anywhere in the nation, but he chooses to stay in Kingsport. Throughout Kingsport, Joel, known to most as Tony or “Doc,” has a special role in keeping the city running smoothly. Doc is a Sign Technician […]