County Communicator 10/28/22 Edition

COUNTY

OUNTY COMMUNICATOR

NOTES FROM NATE

ADMINITRATOR

Good morning,

When you return to work on Monday, myGTC (Workday) will be up and running. GT County has been operating on the same ERP (AS 400) for more than 35 years and the AS 400 has served us well With the advances in ERP’s we knew that the time was coming to change to a new, more relevant, and more accommodating ERP On September 1, 2021, the Board of Commissioners approved an agreement with Workday to be that ERP Since then, a relatively small number of employees have been working diligently with Workday to bring the county to a go live date of October 31, 2022 We didn’t pick Halloween intentionally, the date was driven by a set of circumstances that led us to the 31st

While we will certainly recognize significant benefit from myGTC going forward, we have had significant challenges to this point migrating to myGTC from the AS 400 and, I would like to emphasize that there will be challenges going forward The implementation team and Workday will be available next week in the various buildings to assist as problems and questions arise I ask that you be patient with the transition and work through the problems you encounter with staff that have experience with myGTC

Training has been offered to you as employees and to your managers As this ERP is designed to be driven from the employee up, we ask that if you encounter a problem, please work with your manager first to try to find a remedy If you are unable to correct the issue, the implementation team and Workday staff will be able to assist you. If the issue goes beyond what can be managed immediately, please go to https://mygtcsupport.gtcountymi.gov, log in, and complete a support ticket. This system allows us to track issues and address them based on priority

Very important! We will be pushing a myGTC shortcut out to each of your desktops over the weekend Please leave your computer on for the weekend! If you don't have the shortcut Monday morning we can help you with that Please submit a ticket by going to https://mygtcsupport gtcountymi gov

When you access your computer Monday morning, you will log in to myGTC with a single sign on This username and password are the same as you would use to start up your computer or unlock your screen. You should take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the home page, using the “View All Apps” tab to see what is available to you Here are a couple additional recommendations for your first interaction with myGTC after you sign in:

Go to your profile located in the upper right hand corner of the page

Update your profile picture

Verify your personal information by clicking on the “view profile” button

If there are changes that need to be made to your personal information, please make the changes

Verify your contact information

Verify your employment information by clicking through the tabs on the left Again, if you are experiencing challenges, we will be available to help you A final reminder, the HR and Finance modules of the AS 400 will not be available going forward from the 31st If you need to access those modules of the AS 400, we will have to assist you with that request

As you begin to work with myGTC, please remember that we just took a giant leap to one of the best ERP’s available There will be challenges, many of which will be change related A year from now we will be in a much better place in our ability to prepare, plan, and report I ask that you give nyGTC a fair opportunity to take us to a better place.

Again, we will be pushing a myGTC shortcut out to each of your desktops over the weekend Please leave your computer on for the weekend!

Thank you and enjoy what is looking to be a great weekend!

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UPDATES

HIRES

WELCOME TO THE COUNTY

MAKENZIE KREINER

ROAD PATROL

LAUREN GRAY

TELECOMMUNICATOR

DISPATCH

SAMANTHA HAAS

TELECOMMUNICATOR

DISPATCH

NICHOLIS WOOD

DEPT

ERIC SIMS

BRENT

KRISTEN

FRANK

COUNTY UPDATES

We go live with

on Monday!

myGTC Time Tracking: Employees will need to record their times beginning October 24 through October 30 manually. On go live October 31, the time will need to be updated in myGTC. Non exempt employees will also start punching in/out on October 31.

myGTC Go-Live Support: There will be a dedicated Teams channel available from 6:00 am until 6:00 pm beginning Monday, October 31. The channel will run for the first two weeks. Employees will have an icon pushed down to their desktop to access myGTC Single sign on (SSO) will be used, meaning that your credentials to access your computer and email will automatically log you into myGTC Also, the information technology team will partner with human resources as they move through various buildings.

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY UNIVERSITY

Have you checked out GTCU? County employees now have access to a wide variety of training materials for onboarding, Microsoft 365 and myGTC GTCU is housed in SharePoint, and can be accessed here. Your login will be the same as your Outlook email login and password

Other ways to access SharePoint:

Watch a tutorial on how to access SharePoint here.

VIDEO TUTORIAL ON FLIPBOOK

Many people have had an issue with the size of the font within the flipbook version of the County Communicator. However, there are multiple ways to enlarge the format for better readability. Watch video below to learn how to maneuver within the flipbook

Watch a video tutorial on how to use the flipbook version of the County Communicator.

UPDATES

HALLOWEEN AT THE GOV CENTER

Halloween at the Governmental Center is on Monday, October 31st from 3:00 5:00 pm. All employees are welcome to participate provided approval by managers. All departments are also welcomed to participate

DELL BLACK FRIDAY SALE EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT

BLACK FRIDAY SNEAK PEEK IS 10/27 11/13! Details and more upcoming events are listed below. Save on our latest laptops like the XPS 15 and the Inspiron 16 crafted from premium materials & designed for on the go style. Deals are live through 11/13. Shop online through your Member Purchase Program store: www.dell.com/GTCountyMI Full list of upcoming events:

10/27 11/13: Sneak Peek Deals are live 11/10 11/13: Black Friday Early Access for Members (Available ONLY through your dedicated MPP store)

Deals last through 11/26. Additional Limited Quantity Deals go live 11/24 26. These will be limited in

UPDATES

ACME TART CONNECTOR TRAIL RIBBON CUTTING

This afternoon Grand Traverse County celebrated the opening of the Acme connector that will eventually connect to the Nakwema Trailway that will lead north to Petoskey. Commissioner Nelson spoke about the efforts of the community that worked to bring the project to completion. Thank you Acme Township, Grand Traverse Band, Tart, and private partners for getting this project done.

COA PODAST INTERVIEW

Pete Lathrop and Lana Payne discuss the services that the GTCCOA offers to the community and the needs the department has to service seniors Click here to listen to the

COUNTY UPDATES

Benefits Open Enrollment for 2023 will begin on November 14, 2022, and close on November 27, 2022. It will be done online through my GTC/Workday Grand Traverse County is pleased to announce we are maintaining all 2022 plan types. However, we experienced a 3.9% increase to our medical benefits for 2023, and as such your employee premium contributions will change for 2023.

premiums 2023

Single $44.23 per pay for medical plan, $8.34 per pay for HSA 20%

$106.14 per pay for medical plan, $16.67 per pay for HSA 20%

$132 68 per pay for medical plan, $16 67 per pay for HSA 20%

Individual $1,500 increased by $100.00 for 2023 because the IRS increased this amount not GTC.

$3,000 increased by $200 00 for 2023 because the IRS increased this amount not GTC Dental and vision coverage stayed the same. This year GTC will be using our new HRIS system, Workday to make your open enrollment elections for 2023. Jennifer Petterson, ABG will be available in person on November 15, 2022, at the Government Center from 8:30am till 3:00pm in case you have any questions about your benefits. A presentation of GTC’s Health Benefits is attached below for you to review at your convenience if you have any questions. As a reminder, enrollment will close on November 27, 2022 Please note even if you are

coverage or not changing your benefits selection, you still need to log in and complete the enrollment process. Please send any questions you may have to Human Resources.

Election q&a

Election day november 8

How do I register to vote? If you are not registered to vote, you can still register from now until 8:00p.m. on election day by going directly to your local clerk with proof of residency (Michigan ID, current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck or government check, other government doc)

When are the polls open on election day? Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on election day You must be in line by 8:00 p m to vote Where do I vote in person on election day? Go to Michigan.gov/vote to find your polling location. You will need to show your identification at the polls prior to voting (or sign an affidavit that you do not have your identification with you) How to vote by absentee ballot? You must request in writing that you want an absentee ballot from your local clerk They will check your signature against your voter registration and then issue you a ballot Once you vote the ballot, put it back in the secrecy sleeve provided and seal it in the absentee return envelope. You must sign the return envelope. The clerk will be checking this signature against your voter registration You can deliver the absentee ballot in person to your local clerk, put it in the mail, or put it in the drop box located at your township or city office. Absentee ballots must be received by 8:00 p m on November 8th in order to be counted Postmarked ballots received after the election will not be counted per Michigan law

What if I requested an absentee ballot but changed my mind and want to vote in person? If you already sent your ballot to the local clerk, you have until 4:00 p m , November 7th, to contact the clerk and request that your absentee ballot be spoiled. If you still have the absentee ballot in your possession, you must contact your local clerk and forfeit your absentee ballot so they can spoil it and they can notify the polling precinct that you will be voting in person

OPEN ENROLLMENT

WELLNESS

FEEL, THINK, LIVE, BE... WELL!

HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES, AND TOES

Many people deal with joint pain from originating from minor overuse injuries over time, or more serious injuries from a specific event. To help keep our joints healthy, it is important to incorporate different training modalities.

Stretching

It is important to stretch our muscles on a regular basis to maintain proper function of our joints. This can be accomplished by incorporating any of the following techniques: Dynamic Stretching, Static Stretching and Yoga. Myofascial Release Fascia is the connective tissue that holds muscles and bones in place. When stressed, it tightens up. The goal of myofascial release therapy is to loosen fascia so joints can move more freely, and have mobility restored. Foam rolling or using a device such as a massage gun and massage therapy are techniques that can be used to release tight fascia

Strength Training

While it is important to stretch our muscles to promote joint mobility, it is also important to keep our muscles strong to support our joints by maintaining bone density as well. It’s recommended to incorporate full body resistance training at least twice per week. This can be accomplished with little to no equipment with body weight and resistance bands or with the use of weights and machines.

We only get one body to live in. Treat it well and it will last you a lifetime!

“There are only 2 people in your life you should be concerned about impressing Your 8 year old self and your 80 year old self. The best form of motivation comes from within, not externally.”

FEEL, THINK,

WELLNESS

WELL!

TAKE THE AFFINITY GROUPS SURVEY!

Have you ever heard of an affinity group? Affinity Group by definition means a group of people linked by a common interest or purpose.

The affinity groups will be self organizing and Grand Traverse County will have no affiliation with the groups. Grand Traverse County is merely a means to connect people. An initial email group will be created for the groups to introduce members

Affinity groups are open to all employees and employees are encouraged to link up with people with the same interest or interested in learning a new activity.

Emails will be coming soon, so watch for opportunities to join these groups for some fun and recreation with likeminded coworkers!

MY REWARDS PROGRAM

All employees who logged 100 points or more last quarter in our My Rewards program with Marquee Health earned wellness swag and were entered into the raffle for a choice of grand prizes or half a day off.

Congratulations to last quarter's winners, Marcy Terrell from the Health Dept and Bob Smith from Facilities!

Winners and participants will receive a follow up email regarding prizes and swag pick up, sent to the email address you use for Marquee Health (work or personal)

Want in? The current quarter is underway and runs through the end of the year Points are earned most commonly from annual physicals, daily steps, and wellness challenges, but there are tons of other ways to earn as well Check out the Rewards tab at mymarqueehealth com or the attached My Rewards Activity Guide for more details.

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK

KOREANGROUNDBEEFSTIRFRY

Sauce:

reduced-sodium soy sauce (or use a

alternative and add salt as needed)

tablespoon honey or a liquid sugar-free

teaspoon cornstarch

teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

fry:

oil

lean ground beef (85/15)

tablespoon minced fresh garlic

tablespoon minced fresh ginger root

finish the dish:

tablespoon sesame oil

sliced green onions green parts only

small bowl, prepare the sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

a large skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat

the beef and cook, stirring, until no longer pink, breaking it up into crumbles as you cook, about 5 minutes.

the beef Return it to the skillet Add the garlic and the ginger to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 1 minute

the sauce into the beef. Cook for 2 more minutes, until heated through and the sauce thickens.

heat, drizzle the dish with sesame oil, sprinkle it with green onions, and serve