WHEREAS, Ayore Riaunda began his career with Contra Costa County as an Accountant I for the Health Services Finance Department on March 24, 1997. Mr. Riaunda advanced to Accountant II in June of 1998 and then advanced to Accountant III in December of 1998, where he currently remains today; and WHEREAS, the staff celebrate Mr. Riaunda’s contributions for performing his duties in accordance with the values of the Contra Costa County Health Services Mission Statement through his dedicated work performance and outstanding work ethic; and WHEREAS, Mr. Riaunda has served the Health Services Finance Department in numerous capacities including helping to develop program budgets, reviewing and analyzing financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness and authorization; and WHEREAS, Mr. Riaunda consistently demonstrates a genuine concern for his co-workers, the community and the welfare of its residents; and WHEREAS, Mr. Riaunda exhibits his dedication to public service and demonstrates a strong work ethic by never having taken any sick time since he began his employment with the Health Services Finance Department. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors congratulate and thank Mr. Riaunda for his 20 years of dedicated service.