May 20, 1998

Contact: Carol Carpenter, 303-275-1237
 
 

GOLDEN, Colo.—Duane Johnson, a foreman II electrician for Western Area Power Administration in Cheyenne, Wyo., was selected as one of five employees to receive the agency's 1998 Exceptional Service Award. He was presented with the award at special ceremonies today in Loveland, Colo.

Given annually, the award is based on outstanding overall service, improving departmental goals, accomplishing responsibilities in an exemplary manner, showing unusual initiative, demonstrating outstanding executive or technical ability and displaying unusual devotion to duty.

Johnson, who has worked with Western since 1978, has distinguished himself as an electrical lineman and foreman who regularly "goes above and beyond the call of duty" to accomplish his duties. Among his other contributions, he standardized the design and installation of engine generators and station transfer switches. He provides excellent internal and external customer servicel—even during non-working hours.

Michael S. Hacskaylo, Western's administrator who presented the award to Johnson, said, "It is a pleasure to recognize outstanding employees whose contributions to their work environment help Western meet its mission and goals. We honor Duane Johnson for his commitment to duty, team spirit, initiative and vision—qualities that create an atmosphere of pride and goodwill throughout our organization."

Johnson said he appreciates the award and is proud that he has been given opportunities to improve his knowledge, skills and abilities through the years.

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A 24-year member of the Navy Reserve, Johnson and his wife, Bonnie, live in Cheyenne. The couple has three grown children. He enjoys fishing, hunting and volunteering for Cheyenne Frontier Days.

Western Area Power Administration is a part of the U.S. Department of Energy. It annually markets and transmits more than 10,000 megawatts of power from hydroelectric powerplants in 15 central and western states.

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