WHEREAS, Carol Matrone served the State of Nevada with distinction and professional excellence for more than 27 years; and

WHEREAS, Carol began her state service as an Administrative Assistant serving as a family specialist in 1996 with the First Step Program; and

WHEREAS, Carol advocated for families and children with special needs, birth to three years old, supporting them in navigating educational and medical systems new to them; and

WHEREAS, Carol has had a profound influence on all persons she has had contact with by exhibiting care and compassion for her co-workers and for all citizens of Nevada, remaining helpful, dedicated, and self-motivated; and

WHEREAS, Carol has served the citizens of Nevada through their lifespan, from infants and toddlers to vulnerable adults to seniors in our community.

WHEREAS, the State of Nevada thanks Carol Matrone for her years of dedicated service to the citizens and visitors of our great state and offers best wishes for a happy and fulfilling retirement;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, STEVE SISOLAK, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim

CAROL MATRONE