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COUNTY

April 10, 2024

260 East 15th Street
Merced, CA 95341-6216
(209) 385-7337 Phone
To Whom It May Concern, (209) 724-4006 Fax
www.first5mercedcounty.org

I am writing this letter to give my highest recommendation to Marcus J. Sotelo in his COMMISSIONERS
pursuit of a new position. Marcus has volunteered with First 5 Merced County as a Supervisor Josh Pedrozo
volunteer. Marcus has been a consistent and positive as a volunteer First 5 Merced Commission Chair
Board of Supervisors, District 2
Team Member, his hard work, positive attitude and willingness to help shown him
to be a great volunteer. Yvonnia Brown, EdD, MSW,
Director
Human Services Agency
Marcus was responsible for the following activities during his time with First 5 Behavioral Health and
Recovery Services
Merced:
• Assemble and prepare materials for Week of the Young Child Kimiko Vang, Director
Behavioral Health and
• Assist with materials for Kids Connect Community Celebration and stats Recovery Services
• Transport materials to Applegate Park and Pacheco Park on the day of these
Dr. Salvador Sandoval
events. County Health Officer
• Assist with clean-up after the events
In conclusion, Marcus has a multitude of characteristics that make him the perfect Vacant
District 1 Representative
candidate for any role. Along with being highly intelligent, hardworking, and
efficient; he is friendly and thoughtful. Cindy Dibblee
District 2 Representative

Without a doubt, I would continue working with Marcus J. Sotelo if given the Shirley Brown, R.N.
opportunity. Please contact me at 559-786-1104 if you have any requests or District 3 Representative
questions. Eva de Long
Commission Vice-Chair
Sincerely, District 4 Representative

Paula Smith
District 5 Representative

Scott Waite, M.A. Equal Opportunity Employer

Executive Director
First 5 Merced

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