The upcoming change of personnel at Facilities Management may mean a mix up for project supervision, but the 19-year Sacramento State veteran who is leaving wishes only “a fond farewell with a tip of his hat” to the department he knows so well.

Howard Harris, Associate Vice President of Facilities Management, plans to retire from his Sac State position at the end of this semester on Dec. 29.

“That’s where I’m at right now,” Harris said.

Harris, who will be 63 in January, came to the Sac State campus after spending six years at the CSU campus in San Francisco.

Much of the work he has performed over the years has involved the planning of construction and maintenance projects, as well as leading some important environmental issues, according to Harris.

“I’ve really enjoyed the 19 years that I’ve been here. I’ve had a chance to help people accomplish their goals and it’s been rewarding,” Harris said.

According to Harris, retirement plans consist of spending more time with his wife and two sons and playing more golf.

“I can only play (golf) one to two times a week now, so I would like to start playing more often after December 29,” Harris said.

It is the responsibility of Facilities Management to be aware of physical considerations around campus and to monitor any additions made to the structures or area.

Although a recruitment procedure is now under way to replace Harris, no replacement has yet been found.

A retirement reception will be held on campus in honor of Harris’s departure on Friday in the Steven Lee Yamshon Alumni Center.

Today is the last day gift donations will be accepted in the Office of the Vice President for Administration, Sacramento Hall Room 272.