The City of Carrollton's Monthly Employee Newsletter |
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2023 Future Public Employee Day |
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Thank you to everyone who made Future Public Employee Day a success on Fri., July 28. Nearly 75 children and teens explored City facilities and participated in various activities with their parent or relative, giving them the unique chance to see what their grown-up does every day while also learning about local government. We look forward to all of these kiddos growing into being amazing public servants. |
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Future Public Employee Day Video is Now Live
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Outstanding Performance Award |
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Municipal Court Staff
Municipal Court staff members were recently presented with the team Outstanding Performance Award for their consistent dedication and outstanding work. They have continuously supported various departments, handling complex tasks with remarkable commitment and embodying the true essence of the Carrollton Difference. Congratulations to the entire Municipal Court team!
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Tonysha Anderson
Tonysha Anderson, a member of the Administrative Services Department, received an Outstanding Performance Award for her exceptional efficiency and welcoming demeanor at City Hall. Her commendable customer service extends to both City staff and Carrollton citizens, reflecting the Carrollton Difference.
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Ricky Guzman
Ricky Guzman, a member of the Engineering Department, has been honored with an Outstanding Performance award for his innovative ideas that led to efficiency of operations, delivering substantial cost savings to the City.
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Congratulations to everyone!
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2023 Battle of the Badges
Thanks to staff and resident blood donations, more than 144 lives will be saved or positively impacted based on the number of units donated to the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. The Carrollton Police Department came out on top with 37 signups vs. Carrollton Fire Rescue with 22 signups.
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Score A+ Back-to-School Deals with Perks at Work 🍎
Take advantage of exclusive employee discounts on back-to-school tech, lower Costco and Sam's Club memberships, and more with Perks at Work. Start the school year right with big discounts across categories.
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The Carrollton Audio Experience |
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The Carrollton Audio Experience (previously the Breakroom Breakdown) has new episodes. Tune in today to get the latest on different topics within our organization.
Newest episodes:
• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
• Conversation with the Chiefs
• Recruiting with Marcus Harvey
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Have You Completed Your PHA?
Don’t wait until the last minute to complete your Personal Health Assessment (PHA). The closer it gets to the Tue., Oct. 31 deadline, the higher the chance of booked appointments. Remember, all members of the medical plan, over the age of 18 as of 1/1/2023, are asked to complete this process or risk receiving a penalty. Be sure to plan accordingly.
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Be kind to the clinic. Be considerate to the staff and schedule appointments in advance. If needed, cancel at least 24 hours beforehand. Book through their website, app, or by calling 800-993-8244.
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Recognize Updates
There are new changes to the Recognize platform to increase the impact of recognitions! The new tag feature ties all recognitions to a Carrollton Difference tenet, and the 10-word requirement encourages meaningful messages. Redemptions are limited to $500 per employee per fiscal year, and Strategic Services will approve redemptions at least bi-weekly.
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Embrace a Healthier You
This Summer
Summer is an exciting time that comes with changes in routine, extra distractions, and pressures to stay busy. CareATC reminds employees of the importance of checking in with themselves, so they can enjoy the warmer months without sacrificing their physical or mental health.
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Congratulations
Giveaway Winners!
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Best Dad Joke: Computer Data by
Cedric Canas - Parks & Recreation
Participation Winner: Wesley Crowder - Police
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Elevate Your Skills with SGR's Virtual Live Training Series |
Strategic Government Resources (SGR) offers three different virtual live training series in September and October. Topics include Developing Your Team, Honing Your Emotional Intelligence, and Extraordinary Customer Service.
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Training Opportunities with SmarterU |
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Employees can take advantage of a NEW online course, Wellbeing: Mindful Breathing Meditation, and experience the transformative effects of mindfulness in just five minutes. Pause, reflect, and breathe to promote mental wellness.
Explore more mindfulness exercises and resources in the SmarterU training resource library.
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SmarterU now offers built-in evaluations for online training. These evaluations will be seamlessly integrated into both existing and new courses, enabling users to provide instant feedback through quick questions. For those interested in adding this feature to their department's courses, reach out to Angela Keiser for more information.
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IT Department Unveils Anticipated Technology Refresh |
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The much-anticipated Technology Refresh is on the horizon! Over the next few months, the Information Technology Department will introduce a series of upgrades to enhance productivity, efficiency, and overall work experience.
Due to supply constraints, devices will arrive in batches, starting with monitors, followed by laptops, 2-in-1 devices, desktops, and rugged workstations. IT will reach out to departments on deployment schedules. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to Carrollton’s innovation and excellence!
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If you want to understand how something is built or works, take it apart and rebuild it yourself. This concept is also true in cybersecurity. If you want to know how cybercriminals successfully scam people, it’s vital to unmask their motives and look at the world from their perspective.
This month's issue explores how to get a true sense of who hackers or cybercriminals are and how to avoid becoming a victim. Check out the latest newsletter below:
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What is the most common hacking method?
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Cybersecurity Trivia: July Answer
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Question: Any scenario that triggers emotions should also trigger your ___.
Answer: Suspicions
Percentage answered correctly: 92.3%
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Anniversaries
(5-year increments only)
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30 Years of Service
Michael Brighton - Public Works
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25 Years of Service
Juan Flores - Parks & Recreation
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20 Years of Service
Kent Rogers - Police
Brion Vannucci - Police
Robert Newburn - Police
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15 Years of Service
Michael Jobe - Public Works
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10 Years of Service
Samantha Dean - Workforce Services
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5 Years of Service
Diana Vaughn - Finance
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• Collin Lagemann - Administrative Services
• Tim Sprague - Development Services
• Lidia Potapova - Engineering
• Kelsey Novy - Environmental Services
• Jeffrey Dunkle - Facility Services
• Omar Molina - Facility Services
• Mariel Smith - Finance
• Amaya Richmond - Library
• Brenda Zamora - Library
• Cristina Alvarez - Library
• Gabriela Montantes - Library
• Kaitlyn Carmichael - Library
• Madison Wiser - Marketing Services
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• Emma Bailey - Parks & Recreation
• Hernan Monterola - Parks & Recreation
• Jared Nelson - Parks & Recreation
• Uwe Fritz - Parks & Recreation
• Austin Horton - Police
• Hannah Marks - Police
• Maria Zamora - Police
• Zain Jeewani - Police
• Connor Kinser - Public Works
• Diego Vazquez - Public Works
• Eduardo Vazquez - Public Works
• Jack Johnson - Public Works
• Luis Gonzalez - Public Works
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• Brandon Beeman - Equipment Operator
• Christina Elder - Senior Animal Services Officer
• Christopher Andujo - Heavy Equipment Operator
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• James Kim - Senior Accountant
• Jose Cruz Garcia - Craft Technician II
• Ryan Best - Service Desk Analyst III
• Nia Simpson - Camp Coordinator
• Steven Fry - Detention Shift Supervisor
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Kevin Stiles
Police Officer - 18 years
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Earnest Pryor
Maintenance Crew Leader -
10 years
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Reading Corner: August Book Recommendation |
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Don’t Make Me Pull Over!: An Informal History of the Family Road Trip
by Richard Ratay
Don’t Make Me Pull Over! offers a nostalgic look at the golden age of family road trips—before portable DVD players, smartphones, and Google. Revisit the vacations of yesteryear where you went to the weird and wonderful places you would miss flying in an airplane.
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Deer Oaks EAP Newsletters |
Deer Oaks is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) dedicated to helping its members improve their health and well-being. Check out the latest newsletters:
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Leisure Connections Magazine:
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Explore more with the City Calendar: |
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Administrative Directive of the Month: |
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Recognize is the official recognition platform for the City of Carrollton. Through the platform, full-time and part-time employees can earn points through peer or management recognitions that can be redeemed for gift cards.
Have you recognized someone today? Let a coworker know they are brilliant, skilled, appreciated, or friendly! Click here to pick a badge and give a shout-out.
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