Each year, McKinleyville Community Services District (MCSD) employees vote for Employee of the Year. This award and recognition was started by Norman Shopay in 2009 and has been continued due to overwhelming staff support.

The Employee of the Year is chosen through a secret ballot by their peers and judged on merit of the employee’s contributions to MCSD.

The Employee of the Year must be a person who has brought about significant positive change, one who eliminates obstacles in achieving District goals and objectives, is resourceful, contributes constructively, innovates, exceeds expectations, inspires others, and proactively identifies and resolves challenges.  The 2024Employee of the Year Award goes to Eava Young. 

Eava's natural leadership abilities have been a tremendous asset to the District. During a period of significant staff changes, including the onboarding of a new Finance Director and the retirement of two long-term Finance and Administration employees, Eava provided stability and focus to the front office. Eava’s efforts ensured that MCSD ratepayers experienced minimal disruption during these transitions. Eava has refined, streamlined, and updated processes, significantly improving the overall efficiency of the District. Eava consistently goes above and beyond to facilitate clear communication and connection between departments, ensuring everyone remains on the same page. Eava is known for her kindness, reliability, and is a trusted colleague to everyone at the District.
Eava will hold this distinction for the 2025 calendar year with a new Employee of the Year crowned at the end of 2025.