Winter Haven city worker Jorge Torres recounts decade of service

Jorge Torres, a tree service worker for Winter Haven City, introduced himself as Puerto Rican and said he has worked for the city for about 10 years.

"Hola, mi nombre es Jorge Torres, eh, de nacionalidad puertorriqueña," Torres said, identifying his heritage. He then described his city role and the skills he has developed: "Trabajo aquí para la ciudad de Winter Haven como Servy Worker Tree. Es una posición que me ha dado el privilegio ... de aprender muchas cosas, tanto en lo que es plomería como tal, como para aguas usadas." ("I work here for Winter Haven City as a tree service worker. It is a position that has given me the privilege ... of learning many things, including plumbing and wastewater work.")

Torres said he has been employed by the city for roughly 10 years and called the job "one of the greatest privileges" of his life. He closed by expressing gratitude and a hope to continue working if his health permits: "Espero yo, Dios me dé salud para poder trabajar unos 10 años más." ("I hope, God grant me health, to be able to work about 10 more years.")

No formal action, motion or vote was recorded in the transcript; the remarks appear to be part of a public-comment or informal staff recognition portion of the meeting. The transcript contains only these brief personal remarks and does not include requests for policy changes, budget items, or formal directives.