WHEREAS, Brent Whipple is retiring from the Nevada Department of Taxation on May 10, 2024, with over 30 years of loyal, diligent, and exceptional public service to the State of Nevada; and

WHEREAS, Brent began his career with the State of Nevada on February 8, 1993; and

WHEREAS, Brent has served as a constant source of information and encouragement; and has been a role model for all those who have known or have worked with him. His commitment and knowledge have been invaluable to the State and to the Department of Taxation; and

WHEREAS, Brent has had a profound influence on all the people that he has had contact with by exhibiting care and compassion for his co-workers and for all citizens of Nevada. Brent is described by his friends and co-workers as a team player, helpful, dedicated, creative, and self-motivated; and

WHEREAS, Brent has distinguished himself through commitment and service throughout the years and will be sincerely missed, both professionally and personally, by all who have had the pleasure and good fortune to work with him; and

WHEREAS, the citizens of the Silver State, and the men and women of the Department of Taxation, have benefited greatly from the dedication of Brent Whipple. We join in wishing him a hearty congratulations and thank you for a job well done;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOE LOMBARDO, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim May 10, 2024, as a day in honor of

BRENT WHIPPLE