Thirty Years Strong and Still Loving the Job in Margate

by David Volz September 18, 2025

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Stephen Mauricette, his wife Guerline, and his supervisor Gio Batista. {David Volz}

Stephen Mauricette, an equipment operator, was honored for 30 years of service to Margate during the September 17 meeting.

He was presented with a plaque by the commission and complimented by his supervisor, Public Works Director Gio Batista.

“Stephen has always worked hard during an eight-hour day and would often insist on getting a job done before lunchtime. He operates our largest equipment and has worked hard to repair sidewalks, install and remove speed humps, and perform many other tasks,” said Batista.

Stephen appreciated the compliments and said he enjoys working for Margate. He began his career in 1995 in the parks and recreation department and eventually moved to public works.

“I love my job and I don’t plan to leave,” he said. Stephen’s wife, Guerline, stood next to him as he was honored.

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David Volz

David Volz has worked as a writer in South Florida for 35 years. He has written for the Sun-Sentinel, Hollywood Gazette, School Transportation News, South Dade News Leaders, Observer among others. He has an MA in Communications from Florida Atlantic University and a BA in Communications from Valparaiso University. Volz teaches Communications at Miami Dade College and Palm Beach State College. He lives in Coral Springs and enjoys running and participating in 5Ks and half-marathons.