Police are Figuratively UP in Arms over Fire-Rescue

Tallies for the 2018 Battle of the Badges clearly indicate Plano Police received the most arm votes over Fire-Rescue! But it’s always a win for the City when these public safety giants team-up, and this year’s blood drive competition w...

Submit Applications Now for Environmental Community Awards & Cash

The Sustainability & Environmental Education division (SEED) is now accepting applications for 2018 Environmental Community honors. Winners of these awards are recognized for educating and promoting environmental awareness in Plano. If you know someon...

Are Student Loans a Boat Anchor on the Finances of Someone You Know?

You may know of someone who needs help paying off big student loans long after they’ve graduated from college. If so, tell them about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program to help relieve the drain on their bank accounts. Individuals must ...

Plano CARE Calling…How are You Today?

If you remember Plano’s “R.U.OK? Program,” then you’re familiar with the premise behind the newest version of the service, CARE. Like its predecessor, the CARE (CAll REassurance) Program helps ensure the well-being ...

Two-step on Over to the Courtyard to Hear Country Legend Jim Lauderdale

Get your tickets now to see Country music great Jim Lauderdale perform on Thursday, August 2. This multi-Grammy winner appears in Historic Downtown Plano as part of the Courtyard Texas Music Series.

Jim is a notable songwriter with songs recorded by George...

Display Case #13 is “A Lifetime of Discovery” for PARD

Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month and take a trip down local memory lane with the Municipal Center lobby display. The display, provided by K’Ann Parham, Tina Bashor and Suzanne Miller of Parks & Recreation, revels in the citywide...

Do the July-slide with City Council

Not to be confused with the electric slide dance, but you’ll need to read this in order to stay in step with Plano City Council next month. In July, the Council meeting dates shift a bit to allow for summer break. There will still be two meetings, as pres...

Photos of Retiree Quarterly Luncheon Tell the Story

New and seasoned retirees met recently for the second of four quarterly meetings. Senior Analyst Fannie Layer scheduled an OPTUM representative for the event’s guest speaker. Healthy Aging was the topic of discussion for the group after consumin...

Protect Yourself from Heat Stress…know what to do

There's nothing like an intense Texas summer day to remind us just how susceptible our bodies can be to the excessive heat. The office of Risk Management provides you with some tools to help beat the heat, while staying active and healthy.

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It’s a Call You Don’t Want to Miss!

One ringy-dingy, two-ringy-dingy…“Hello, this is UHC calling with an important message for YOU!” It may seem unusual, but the next time your phone’s caller ID reads “UnitedHealthcare (UHC),” there’s a good chance it’s an offer to connect you with informat...

Don’t Delay Your Preventive Exam & Biometric Screening

You have ONLY three months to get a doctor’s appointment, so schedule one now! If you are enrolled on the City’s medical plan as of January 1, 2018, there are ONLY two checklist items required in order to earn your premium incentive for 2019:

• Preventive Ex...

Officer Bianez Talks About Surviving an Active Shooter Event

News stories about senseless mass shootings are sadly being reported too frequently. It’s a hot topic on everyone’s list and Plano Police Officer Christopher Bianez is providing tips on “Surviving an Active Shooter Event&...

Accessing Your Benefits Is Easier with myBenefitsApp!

The truth is, benefits guides are rarely handy when and where we need them. Many of us skim through it every year and file it away never to be seen again. It can also be difficult to find information without flipping or scrolling through many pages. For t...

Summers Outside are Cool Again at Play in the Park

Do you remember playing hide and seek, jump rope, hopscotch and marbles outside until Mom made you come in? The Parks and Recreation staff is bringing simple fun back to being outdoors. Join the “cool” kids outside for Play in the Park...

Swim Outside Longer during Moonlight Mondays

Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center (TMC) is the place to be every Monday for late night water fun. The Parks and Recreation department is adding to your summer enjoyment by extending outdoor public swim hours during Moonlight Mondays starting June 4. At th...

Dental Coverage for Retirees over 65

It’s important to know what benefits you get from the government and what you’ll need to get on your own. The government offers Original Medicare, commonly referred to as Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B. This is your guaranteed ben...

Big Lake Park is Now Open for Water Sports

Now you can get a couple hours of kayaking in after breakfast and be home in plenty of time for lunch. Cross off “water sports in Plano” from your wish list, because paddling has been given the greenlight for Big Lake Park (3800 Rainier Road). This become...

Have You joined a Plano City Recreation Center Yet?

Regular full- or part-time employees and retirees can earn a discounted recreation center membership for the entire family! If you’re renewing for another term, and you’ve used the recreation center at least 48 times during the annual period, then you are...

Last Month for On-site Biometric Screenings Appointments

Team Plano, this is the last month to schedule on-site biometric screenings! Go to http://uswellness.com/Plano to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. If unable to make one of these reservations, you have the options to request a lab voucher for a...

Don’t Miss a Thing: Update Your Contact Information

Help us, help you! We are in the process of updating our retiree contact information database and need your help. Please take a few minutes to review this Retiree Information Verification form. Open the document and complete the form to ensure we have you...

A Checklist for Preventing Falls in Your Home

You can make your home safe from falls with just a few basic changes. This doesn’t have to involve a complete house remodel. Senior care experts offer the following advice for preventing falls at home:

• Clean up clutter. The easiest method for pre...

Get Out There! Socialization is Key to a Healthy Lifestyle

How important is socialization as a person ages? Very important! According to a study by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, social isolation and loneliness are associated with a higher risk of mortality in adults 52 and older. Thankfully...

Retiree Luncheon Recap

We loved seeing you last week and hope the luncheon provide a wealth of information. Enjoy the photos of our time together.

Watch for the RSP Cost-of-Live Adjustment on April 1

According to Retirement Security Plan provisions, retirees receiving an RSP pension may be eligible for an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) effective April 1, 2018.

This increase applies to retirees who have received benefits for 12 months as of Mar...

Pre-65 Retirees: Are You Taking Advantage of Your Hospital GAP Plan?

If you are under 65 years old, on the City’s health plan (not Medicare) and enrolled in the American Fidelity Hospital GAP plan, you may not be getting your full benefit. Many retirees enroll in the plan but forget about it or don’t understand what it cov...

Where Should I Go for Medical Care? Avoid a Shocking ER Bill

It can be overwhelming knowing where to go for medical care. The best way to be prepared is to establish a relationship with a Primary Care Physician, but unexpected accidents and illnesses can happen any time.

There are many healthcare options available, ...

Marinate on Good Nutrition

Team Plano, March is national nutrition month! This month let’s focus on clean eating and better food choices!

Clean eating is not about restricting your food choices, but choosing food in its most natural form with the least amount of preservati...

Plano Senior Recreation Center Closes March 1 for Renovations

Attempts to keep the Plano Senior Recreation Center open during the expansion have met with unexpected challenges. Due to safety concerns, the facility will close March 1, 2018 until the project is complete.