City of Fort Walton Beach issued the following announcement on Sept. 25.
Meet Jerry Gunn, public works operations manager for the city’s public works and utility services department. Jerry oversees all operations of the fleet, facilities, and sanitation divisions (approximately 34 employees). He joined the city in 1989 working on the back of a rear-loading garbage truck. Over the last 32 years he has worked in every position available in the sanitation division. Jerry spent 24 years as the sanitation supervisor and was promoted to his current role earlier this year.
He loves his job and says that he is a good example of how the city promotes from within and invests in its employees. He is extremely proud of the city’s sanitation services, saying “the level of service we provide is unmatched and appreciated by the residents and businesses.” Jerry was named Manager of the Year in 2011, one of the city’s highest employee recognitions.
Jerry is a Fort Walton Beach native. He graduated from Choctawhatchee High School in 1986 and now lives in Crestview with his wife, Amy. They have three children and two grandchildren. Jerry is an avid outdoorsman, a Florida State University fan and cooks amazing barbecue. Getting to know Jerry Gunn:
Hobbies? Camping, hunting and deep sea fishing.
Favorite place to visit? Blackwater River State Park
Who do you admire the most? “My mom. She instilled a great work ethic in my brothers and me.”
If you could learn anything, what would it be? Taxidermy
Favorite movie quote? “Stupid is as stupid does.” Forrest Gump, Forrest Gump.
If you could be anyone for a day, who would it be? A college football coach in the national championship game.
Something about yourself that would surprise others. “I’ve never flown on an airplane.”
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