SANGER, Texas - eTradeWire -- SANGER, TEXAS — The City of Sanger (https://www.sangertexas.org)   is proud to announce that Sylvia Vega has been named the recipient of the TMHRA Rising Star Award of Honor, a distinguished statewide recognition presented by the Texas Municipal Human Resources Association (TMHRA). The award honors outstanding human resources professionals serving cities with populations under 25,000.

The annual Rising Star Award recognizes emerging leaders in the public sector HR field who demonstrate exceptional promise, innovation, and a deep commitment to excellence. Sylvia was selected for her remarkable contributions to modernizing HR operations, enhancing employee engagement, and implementing forward-thinking initiatives that have had a lasting impact on the City of Sanger's workforce.

The award was presented during the Texas Municipal Human Resources Conference held on May 7th in San Antonio, where HR professionals and municipal leaders gathered to celebrate innovation and excellence in local government human resources.

Since joining the City of Sanger's Human Resources Team, Sylvia has led several transformative projects, including:

• Modernizing Timekeeping Processes: Recognizing the inefficiencies of a paper-based system, Sylvia spearheaded the citywide implementation of ExecuTime in collaboration with Tyler Technologies. This digital solution has streamlined payroll processing, improved accuracy, and boosted efficiency across departments.
• Improving Employee Communication and Inclusion: A bilingual professional, Sylvia has significantly expanded accessibility in the workplace. Her verbal and written communication efforts have fostered a more inclusive environment where all employees feel informed, supported, and valued.

Sylvia's unique ability to blend technical knowledge with a compassionate, people-centered approach has distinguished her as an emerging leader not only within the City of Sanger, but across the municipal HR community. Her forward-thinking strategies and inclusive leadership style are actively shaping the future of human resources in local government.

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The TMHRA Rising Star Award of Honor is a testament to Sylvia's dedication, innovation, and vision. It also reinforces the City of Sanger's commitment to cultivating talent and excellence in public service.

About TMHRA: The Texas Municipal Human Resources Association is a statewide organization that supports the professional development of HR professionals in the public sector and promotes best practices across Texas municipalities.