Posted on: March 30, 2023
Mark those calendars for our 6th annual Employee Appreciation Week (EAW) festivities happening Monday - Friday, May 1 - 5. It’s going to be an exciting time for Team Plano to celebrate.
You’ll be SERVED up several opportunities during t...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
News about Plano native Stephanie Bouillion-Mayer’s monumental success has spread nationwide. Stephanie is the first woman in Texas to become an Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) Response Specialist – one of three in the world. Not ...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
Having a good health plan is of no use if you don’t understand the plan's features when it’s really important. Take time to know more about the City’s health coverage. In the meantime, let’s delve into pres...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
Join the Sustainability and Environmental Education division (SEED) for engaging employee-ONLY activities. From Monday, April 17 to Friday, April 21, Team Plano can step away from the desk and the field to participate in GREEN WEEK 2023 – games, giveaways...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
Join Skila Ramirez in-person or online for NEW sessions at the Municipal Center each Wednesday beginning April 5! In her Total Body Reset classes, you’ll stretch every muscle and leave feeling refreshed and relaxed.
12 - 12:30 pmBuildin...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
More sunshine with longer and warmer days triggers green things to bud and grow, but watch your water usage. Beginning Monday, April 1, you are encouraged to water lawns and landscapes only two times a week if needed through October 31.
The Sprin...
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Posted on: March 30, 2023
Arts & Crafts Expo Sale
Sunday, April 2 Noon - 4 pmCarpenter Park Recreation Center6701 Coit Road
Browse aisles of breathtaking creations by local artists at this annual sale. Admission is free, but be prepared to purchase t...
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Posted on: March 23, 2023
We are halfway through the period allowed to take the Technology Solutions training announced in January. All employees with access to government computers or databases must complete annual Cyber Security Awareness Training. This state-mandated course res...
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Posted on: March 23, 2023
Make time to refresh your email signature using the City’s standardized template for all employees. Note, the signature looks very much the same for all Outlook users, except for the “years of service” area.
It’s ver...
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Posted on: March 23, 2023
We’re a couple months away from the last day of the Plano ISD school year (May 26) and you should make summer camp plans! Registration is open for a wide range of fun indoor and outdoor classes, camps and activities to make summer 2023 a blast! ...
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Posted on: March 16, 2023
Designating a beneficiary for your life insurance and retirement savings accounts is critical! Ensure these benefits are paid to the person or persons you choose in the event of your death. Avoid legal disputes over money, by naming a benefits recipient o...
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Posted on: March 16, 2023
Maintaining our beautiful parks, creeks and roadways is an ongoing and tremendous job. Join or create a team to help pick up trash and debris during the Great American Cleanup! This annual community litter program impacts everyone’s environmental...
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Posted on: March 16, 2023
Crime victims often need practical and emotional support after surviving scary criminal acts. Events like the annual “Evening of Empowerment” help to restore some sense of normalcy and hope to survivors. You can help too by giving comm...
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Posted on: March 16, 2023
Burst out of the house for Plano’s official spring-has-sprung outing for families and communities! The free Liberty Block Party on Saturday, April 8 is an event loaded with fun activities everyone loves.
Come ready to play lawn games, eat FREE In...
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Posted on: March 2, 2023
Take action to improve your nutrition by signing up for a new life-changing series, “Eat Well” Virtual Nutrition. Join Wellness Coordinator Michelle Gifford, MS, every Friday starting until April 7. Tune in for an engaging and impactfu...
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Posted on: February 9, 2023
As of March 13, all Team Plano Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requests are being processed by FMLASource. A ComPsych Corporation company, FMLASource specializes in reviewing, approving and tracking FMLA leave. Outsourcing this service includes Americ...
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Posted on: March 9, 2023
This is the amount of movement 144 employees hustled with intent to achieve during the February Wellness Challenge! With over 200 signed up, 144 of you committed to performing a variety of physical activities. We commend the 101 people who moved more than...
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Posted on: March 9, 2023
It is important to be mindful and adhere to our current visitor protocols in helping to maintain a secure environment for Team Plano.
First Floor and Second Floor Visitors can go directly to the intended department suite and counter. These floors...
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Posted on: March 9, 2023
What does a self-funded health plan mean and how does that affect City of Plano employees?
Self-Funded Health PlanThe City's self-funded health plan provides benefits to employees with our funds. When a claim is filed, the City pays the claim thro...
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Posted on: March 9, 2023
Enjoy delectable first bites and spoonfuls of the best that the City has to offer and earn benefits along the way. Visit Plano has a FREE and limited-time Taste of Plano Foodie Pass from now through September 30.
Rack up points for going to parti...
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Posted on: March 2, 2023
All departments now have the Quick Reference Guidebook on Emergency Preparedness Procedures. The Department of Emergency Management (DEM) partnered with Plano Police, Fire/Rescue and Risk Management to develop this workforce safety resource. Better protec...
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Posted on: March 2, 2023
Liberty Recreation Center will close for necessary repair work from Monday, March 27 to Monday, April 3. During this 7-day period, the facility’s services and programs will be suspended. This maintenance project includes:
- Replacing the cardio/weight room f...
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Posted on: March 2, 2023
Plano needs responsible people with the time and dedication to become a school crossing guard. The City hopes to hire enough guards to station at numerous locations across Plano. This part-time position requires applicants to be:
- Physically capable of stan...
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Posted on: February 22, 2023
Technology Solutions will soon release a different auto-response message when attempting to open restricted content while working on the City’s network. Restricted content covers adult material pertaining to sex, violence, gambling, illegal acti...
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Posted on: February 22, 2023
Have you ever needed medical care, but weren’t familiar with all of the features and options of your health benefits? Medical care needs are different and choosing the best place for treatment differs. Here’s what you should remember when deciding the rig...
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Posted on: February 22, 2023
The City of Plano retired its contract with Alight Solutions as of January 1, 2023. Low usage of Alight Solutions’ services was a contributing factor in terminating the arrangement.
Now the majority of the City’s management of...
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Posted on: February 22, 2023
Making small changes in our diet is one way to improve heart health and reduce bad cholesterol levels. Foods higher in soluble fiber help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad”) cholesterol. Plant-based foods and vegetables are low in saturated fats...
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Posted on: February 16, 2023
If you or your insured dependents are being overwhelmed by lots of health issues or if you’re in the hospital at a high rate, Communitas can help. This nurse care management service helps organize and determine a plan for your care!
Our Communitas team of ...
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Posted on: February 9, 2023
Consider this: If you need a medical procedure done, do your due diligence to ensure the doctor and facility are in-network. You move forward with the procedure thinking all is okay. Weeks later the bill arrives indicating you owe thousands of dollars mor...
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Posted on: February 2, 2023
When it comes to understanding the City’s health insurance plan, it’s important to know the differences between an in-network and out-of-network provider. Considering “total cost” and “your cost” are major factors to consider when selecting providers. Web...
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Posted on: February 2, 2023
It’s one thing to know you need some volunteer help and quite another to know how best to manage volunteers properly. To help prepare you to work with a volunteer workforce, sign up today for Volunteers in Plano (VIP) “Vitals&rdquo...
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Posted on: January 26, 2023
When enrolled in the City’s medical plan, you automatically have prescription drug coverage through SouthernScripts, our pharmacy benefit manager.
The annual deductible is $100 per individual or family. This is the amount of money you p...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
Make things a little easier on yourself by taking full advantage of all your healthcare benefits! If you’re on the City’s medical, dental and vision plans, or contribute to flexible spending accounts, did you know there are apps you ca...
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Posted on: January 19, 2023
We’ve all heard that 10,000 steps per day is the magic number to help increase longevity and quality of life. However, a recent study found 10,000 steps is actually not the magic number at all. The effect of daily steps varies significantly with age. For ...
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Posted on: January 12, 2023
The Department of Emergency Management is pleased to share with you its updated Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP). The plan details what roles, responsibilities and actions are to be taken during specific disasters and threats. &...
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Posted on: January 12, 2023
Don’t delay preventive screenings; the benefits outweigh the downside!
Talk to your doctor about preparation for specific preventive screenings, what your options are, other methods or options. For example, instead of a colonoscopy, you...
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Posted on: November 10, 2022
Unauthorized people are not allowed beyond the first and second floors of the Municipal Center without visiting the Information Center (formerly the Action Center) desk first. This means only Team Plano employees and contractors with official City of Plan...
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