Awards and Appreciation, Beyond the Badge, CDCR Weekender

Mule Creek hosts staff appreciation event

Correctional staff in uniform pose at an appreciation event at Mule Creek State Prison.
Staff appreciation at Mule Creek involved separate events to ensure different shifts could participate.

Mule Creek State Prison’s Employee Association hosted their annual Staff Appreciation and Car Show event on June 14 for second watch employees. The Mule Creek staff appreciation event for first and third watch employees was held July 18.

The association grilled hamburgers and hotdogs as well as provided chips, water, treats and popcorn.

“This show of appreciation pales in comparison to the hard work and dedication Mule Creek State Prison staff demonstrate clock-in to clock-out,” according to a statement issued by the institution. “Mule Creek staff continue to break down silos as they build the foundational pillars supporting the institution’s success.”

Submitted by Lt. Beau Campbell

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