Employee News Now for April 11, 2024
The Countdown is on for the 2024 Employee Climate Survey!
This coming Wednesday, April 17, Mecklenburg County will be launching the Employee Climate Survey (ECS). The information provided in the survey is essential as we work together to shape the future of Mecklenburg County.
Throughout the past two decades, your feedback from the ECS has been instrumental in driving numerous changes. Read about the County Leadership Response to the survey on the Employee Climate Survey SharePoint site. Also check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the survey.
Look out for your invitation to take the survey on April 17.
April Health and Well-Being Resources
This month we celebrate National Minority Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minority communities and reducing health disparities. Learn more.
Health Education and Health Literacy are important keys that allow us the ability to make informed decisions about our health and the health of our loved ones.
Take Action and actively participate in your own health by asking questions of your Primary Care Provider. Consider checking out MyHealthFinder.
Benefits Team Events
Purchasing your own home, yoga sessions, mental health awareness and more!
Get the details on all April health and well-being events and resources.
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Wellness Incentive: Complete qualifying activities to earn a medical premium reduction. Learn more about the June 30 deadline and the
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Wellness Leave: Regular full-time employees earn 16 hours of Wellness Leave and regular part-time employees earn 12 hours of Wellness Leave. These hours do not roll over and expire on June 30.
Bringing HR to You
Do you have questions for the Human Resources team? You are in luck! The Human Resources department is hosting five in-person, drop-in events called Bringing HR to You.
Mini Benefits Presentations for Your Team - If you are a manager or supervisor and are interested in having a brief presentation for your team to learn more about available benefits, contact Colleen M. Faltus, Senior Benefits Consultant.
Have Lunch with the County Manager
Dine with Dena registration is open! Enjoy a complimentary lunch with the County Manager.
Monday, April 22
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room 280 at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center
Get the details and register.
Dr. Washington to Lead National Organization
Public Health Director Dr. Raynard Washington has been tapped to be the new chair for Big Cities Health Coalition (BCHC).
BCHC is a national forum for the leaders of America's largest metropolitan health departments to exchange strategies and jointly address issues to promote and protect the health and safety of the 61 million people they serve. Together, these public health officials directly affect the health and well-being of nearly 1 in 5 Americans.
National County Government Month
What a great turnout on Tuesday at the Valerie C. Woodard Center for the drop-in event celebrating National County Government Month. Thank you for stopping by and celebrating with us!
View photos from the event.
Contests continue throughout the month. Submit your entries by April 28. Get the details for all contests.