6/9/14 - Somme changes will likely be taking place within the Livingston County Department of Veterans Affairs. Director Carl Pardon has announced plans to retire but is recommending some changes prior to his departure. Heâs put a plan together with county administration and human resources that will be presented to the general government committee of the Livingston County Board of Commissioners tonight. Pardon tells WHMI that heâs recommending returning the director position to full time to keep up all of the required duties but also to attract a quality replacement. Pardon says heâs planning to retire sometime around October and the goal would be to start the hiring process and help train his replacement. Heâs also seeking to change the name of the office from Veterans Affairs to Veterans Services to avoid confusion with the federal department. Furthermore, he says service is what they provide so Veterans Services speaks better for the office. Pardon came on board in 2009 but brought 32 years of experience with him and says the department has seen big changes for the better from staffing to programs. Heâs a widower and says he made the decision to retire based on his age and wanting to spend more time with three children and grandchildren. If all goes as planned, Pardon says they should be able to finalize changes by the July 7th board meeting and then start advertising for a replacement director. (JM)
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