Hot Topics for the City in this Issue!

• Performance Evaluations
• Employee of the Month!
• Vacation Planning with TicketsatWork
• Lunch-and-Learns!

2022-2023 Performance Evaluation Season is here!

The end of the 2022-2023 Performance Evaluation cycle is on April 30, 2023.  

What needs to be done in an evaluation?

Step One: Employees should complete the Employee Self-Evaluation form on or around April 30, 2023.

• Your management team may communicate to you on internal deadlines.

Step Two: Supervisors should complete the Employee Performance Evaluation form on or around April 30, 2023.

• Please see guidelines below for which employees need a 2022-2023 Performance Evaluation.

Step Three: Supervisors and Employees should meet between April 30 and May 30, 2023 to discuss.

Step Four: The completed Employee Performance Evaluation form should be signed by the Employee, the Supervisor, the Manager/Director, and the Department Head.

Step Five: The completed and signed forms should be forwarded to Human Resources by June 15, 2023.

PLEASE NOTE

There will NOT be a DocuSign option provided by HR this year

Who needs an evaluation?

Full-Time Employees (Not in Introductory Period as of February 1)

• Employee should complete the Employee Self-Evaluation form
• Supervisor should complete the Employee Performance Evaluation form

Full-Time Employees In Introductory Period or it ended February 1 or after

• Continue meeting with your immediate supervisor on the Introductory Period cycle (3, 6, 9, and/or 12 months)
• There is no need to complete the self-evaluation unless instructed by your immediate supervisor for the 12 month evaluation

Part-Time Employees Hired before February 1, 2023

• Supervisor should complete the Employee Performance Evaluation form
• Self-evaluation not required but your supervisor may request it.

Part-Time Employees Hired after February 1, 2023

• Evaluations and self-evaluations are not required due to the recent date of hire

Which forms should I use?

Self-Evaluation Forms (to be completed by employee)

• Employee Self-Evaluation
• Employee Self-Evaluation (Handwritten)
• Employee Self-Evaluation (for Managers)

Performance Evaluation Forms (to be completed by supervisor)

• Employee Performance Evaluation
• Employee Performance Evaluation (for Managers)

Still have questions? 

Please contact [email protected] for more information!

The February Employee of the Month



Andra Pickens

Crew Supervisor

Recreation & Parks

Do you know someone who is a Champion of Change?

A Problem Solver? The ultimate Team Player?

You now have a way to recognize them as

Employee of the Month!

Please fill out this form and email to [email protected]

by close of business on the 15th of the month

for award consideration.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact Kristen Sparrow.

It is time to enjoy that Paid Time Off (PTO)! 



You can save money through the new partnership with TicketsatWork, where you have unlimited access to thousands of exclusive discounts and special offers nationwide for theme parks, shows, tours, attractions, sports, concerts, hotels, rental cars, retail gift cards, movie tickets and much more.

Did you know that movie tickets are less than $10???

To become a member:

1.     Click on this link

2.     Click on “become a member”

3.     Use Company Code: ROSWELLGOV



Enjoy!

Change Management

Dr. Dequies Lanier

Learn about John Kotter’s 8-Step Model

to effectively manage during times of change

• Date: April 11th
• Time: 12:00 - 1:00
• Location: Roswell City Hall, Room 220
• Lunch will be provided

Please email Maggie Menkus if you are interested in attending LnL #1.

Communication Strategies

Dr. Monica Heidesch

Gain insights on how to communicate in in the workplace!

• Date: April 20th
• Time: 12:00 - 1:00
• Location: Roswell City Hall, Room 220
• Lunch will be provided

Please email Roswell University if you are interested in attending LnL #2.

Best Practices for Saving Your Work

As mentioned in a previous data tip, the best place to save your computer files is to a network drive. The network drives never run out of space, are always backed up, and loading them up won’t slow your computer processes.

• Data on the U: drive is visible only to you.
• Data on the M: drive for City Hall, Fire, Transportation, E/PW and Rec&Parks and the P: drive for Police is visible to everyone on your team.
• Data on the I: drive is visible to all City of Roswell employees and is intended for the temporary storage of files that need to be shared between departments.

Keep in mind, your computer files are government records and the retention requirements depend on the type of document. More detailed information about retention policy is coming soon. In the meantime your files will be safely saved, and even if you delete your files, they can be restored when you save them to a network drive. 

If you have any questions or concerns, contact the IT department is through the Help Desk system:

• [email protected]
•  https://roswell.bossdesk.io
• 770-817-6746

New Employee in Building Operations!

Jeff Woodson, Building Technician I.

We like to introduce our new team members in Building Operations with a picture since they encounter employees citywide. 

Jeff began on Monday, March 6^th as a Building Technician I. He has 30 years of experience in building maintenance including electrical, plumbing and HVAC repairs. Jeff served as a building maintenance engineer for Northside Forsyth Hospital for 10 years and has worked as a maintenance and building superintendent and facilities coordinator in the Atlanta area.



Please welcome him to the City!

Bladimir Bolanos

Crew Worker I

Recreation & Parks

Matthew Carney

Crew Worker I

Transportation

Allison Cook

Grants Specialist

Admin - Grants

Chad Edwards

Fleet Mechanic I

Environmental/Public Works

Spencer Edwards

Police Officer I

Police

Rodreyon Fears

Refuse Collector

Environmental/Public Works

Jason Jones

Police Officer I

Police

Jamel Rowland

Refuse Collector

Environmental/Public Works

Joseph Stevens

Equipment Operator II

Environmental/Public Works

Jeffrey Woodson

Tech I

Admin - Building Operations

Interested in playing on a City Softball League?

Sign-up fee and t-shirts are free!

• Games will be Monday nights at East Roswell Rec or Wednesday at Groveway - Game times TBD.

• Players provide their own gear ASA/USA bats only and a glove. Teams provide their own softballs.

First 15 will be on the roster.

Minimum number of players needed to start the game is 8.

Max number you can have on the field is 10.

Team roster size is 15/20.

We will need one captain to handle logistics on game day.

Please email Hydee Weis if you wish to play no later than April 14, 2023. 

Upcoming Live Webinars

Live webinars are scheduled throughout the year to provide information on important topics. To register for a webinar, click the desired title and complete the linked registration form.

Parenting Your Teen: Managing Conflict and Problem Resolution

Date: Wednesday, April 12

Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM EDT

Click here to register

The Psychology of Money

Date: Thursday, April 27

Time: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM EDT

Click here to register

BJCAB – FITNESS CENTER

In answer to our quest to provide a local gym option to employees, we have teamed up with the Recreation and Parks Department to offer the fitness center located at:

Roswell Area Park

Bill Johnson Community Activity Building (BJCAB)

10495 Woodstock Road

Roswell, GA 30075

Hours: 

Monday-Thursday 9:00am-7:30pm

Friday 9:00am-6:00pm

Saturday: 9:00am-4:30pm

City Employees will pay $15 a quarter (see below) or $5 a month. 

• Fall: September - November
• Winter: December - February
• Spring: March - May
• Summer: June – August

Employees will have the option to submit a form for reimbursement each quarter.

What do I need to do to get my reimbursement?

1. Provide proof of payment
2. Workout at least 1X each month
3. Submit a reimbursement form to HR (no later than than the 10^th day after the quarter ends. Example: fall quarter ends November 30 – please turn in your form by December 10)

Contact Hydee Weis with any questions or concerns.

Weight Watchers

Are you interested in joining the City’s WW Program??

Cost offering: Digital + Workshops is $20.00 month.

Employees who attend at least 10 virtual meetings per calendar quarter (one per week) may be eligible for a reimbursement of their portion paid for the WW subscription. We do require you attend one of the meetings listed below to count towards the attendance for the City, but you are welcome to attend any other meetings as you feel the need to do so.

Tuesdays at 12:00 with Amie M

Thursdays at 7:30 with Amy L

Thursdays at 9:30 with Kelli S

When you have met the 10 meetings in a calendar quarter, I will send you the reimbursement form to complete and process it with Finance. Each week I will send an email to all WW participants to verify that I saw them on one of the calls above. One thing that really helps me is that when you are on the Zoom call, please place COR after your name. This makes it easier for me to find you and give you credit for attending the virtual meeting. 

Please contact Hydee Weis for registration information.

Wellness Classes

• Boot Camp/Circuit Training: Work with a personal trainer in a group setting at different exercise stations. The class will consist of activities to increase your heart rate and endurance while strengthening and building your major muscle groups. No class will ever be the same! Each class will constantly switch from Hi-Lo cardio to weight training to plyometric to ab work. All classes are 1 hour.

• Yoga: Enjoy the benefits of this powerful exercise for the mind and body. Classes are 1 hour long and can accommodate all levels and limitations. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR YOGA

• Cardio Fusion: This combo class includes high-impact aerobic activity—such as Latin beats, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Line Dancing. On Tuesdays, we add Body Sculpting, which includes 30 minutes of weights, focusing on arms, legs, and core. Classes are 1 hour long total.

If you have any questions, please contact Hydee Weis.

Active Aging

Maintaining an active lifestyle as we age helps prevent depression, cognitive decline, falls, and more. Whether you consider yourself an older adult, someone who is caring for an adult, or someone who wants to thrive into older adulthood one day, this webinar is for you. Learn movement techniques that feel good and work for all levels and lifestyles. All ages are welcome and encouraged to join!

• Date: Wednesday, April 12
• Time: 12:00 - 12:45

To register, click here

Did you miss last month's webinar?

Now you can watch this recording: Creative Cooking Techniques

• Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents Bright Star: April 1 -16, Cultural Arts Center
• Free Fitness in the Park: Yoga (April 8, 15, 22) and Pilates (April 29)

• Tillman Honor Run: April 15, Roswell City Hall. Registration required

• Roswell Riverside Sounds: Free concert series on the fourth Sunday of the month at Riverside Park

• Roswell Riverwalk: Postcards from the American South, April 23 at Roswell Riverwalk Boardwalk

Keep up to date with meeting and schedule changes.

Visit the Roswell Special Events Calendar