August 28, 2024
TheRoundabout
MissionSquareRetirementishostinganeventforallColumbiaCounty employeestohighlighttheimportanceofRetirementPlanningandPreparation.
PleasejoinusonSeptember19th,2024,forourevent:
Financial Wellness Day
Therewillbetwospecialseminarsessionsaswellaspersonalconsultationopportunities.
Signupforanindividualappointment (ClickHere)!
Pleasechooseyourlunchhere
Specialguest,MarkHuston,aCertifiedFinancialPlannerwithMissionSquareRetirementas wellasDannyKierathandJackFessler,RetirementPlansSpecialists,willbeconducting seminarsandprovidingindividualconsultations
Please see the agenda below:
8:30AMor9:00AM-IndividualConsultations
IndividualconsultationswithRetirementPlanSpecialistorCertifiedFinancialPlanner MeetwithoneofyourRetirementPlanSpecialists,DannyKierathorJackFesslerorMissionSquare CertifiedFinancialPlanner,MarkHuston
10:00AM-10:45AM-SeminarPresentation:“NavigatingtheNextChapter:PreparingforYour Retirement”PresentedbyJackFesslerandMarkHuston
Ifyouareretiringsoon,youprobablyhavequestionsaboutyourretirementaccounts.Learnwhatyou shouldconsidernext.
11:00AMor11:30AM-IndividualConsultations
IndividualconsultationswithRetirementPlanSpecialistorCertifiedFinancialPlanner MeetwithoneofyourRetirementPlanSpecialists,DannyKierathorJackFesslerorMissionSquare CertifiedFinancialPlanner,MarkHuston
12:00PM-12:45PM–SeminarPresentation:“InvestingBasicsforRetirementAccounts:Traps&Tips” PresentedbyMarkHuston
Whetheryouarejuststartingorneedarefresher,wewilldiscussbasicinvestingconcepts,including risk,assetallocation,diversification,rebalancing,markettiminganddollar-costaveraging.
1:00PMor1:30PM-IndividualConsultations
IndividualConsultationswithRetirementPlanSpecialistorCertifiedFinancialPlanner MeetwithoneofyourRetirementPlanSpecialists,DannyKierathorJackFesslerorMissionSquare CertifiedFinancialPlanner,MarkHuston
Fit 360
Welcome to “FIT 360”—the workout class designed for every body and every ability
Whether you're a seasoned fitness enthusiast or just starting your wellness journey, this class is all about enhancing your quality of life through movement.
FIT 360 combines a mix of cardio, strength training, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, balance exercises and functional training with consistent stretching. Designed to provide a challenge and prevent boredom, each workout will focus on building strength, boosting endurance, and improving agility, all while increasing your range of motion, balance, and flexibility. But it’s not just about the physical benefits—I believe that movement should be fun! Expect a lively atmosphere where you’ll learn to enjoy every step, stretch, and smile.
No matter your age or fitness level, FIT 360 is your space to grow, challenge yourself, and most importantly, have a blast while doing it. Let’s move together and celebrate what our bodies can do!
Fitness Specialist Hours
Hours subject to change
Monday: 12pm - 7pm Tuesday: 8am - 4pm Wednesday: 12pm - 7pm Thursday: 9am - 3pm Friday: 8am - 10am
Teressa Lantz Fitness Specialist We would love to hear from you!
Would you take a moment to fill out a short survey for us?
MOVE MORE
Move More, Eat Well: The Recipe for a Happier Life at Any Age
Let’s be honest: we all know we should be moving more and eating better, but sometimes the couch is just so comfortable, and those potato chips practically beg to be eaten. But here’s the thing getting off that couch and onto your feet could be the secret to living your best life, no matter how many candles were on your last birthday cake
Why Moving More is the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread
Remember when you were a kid, and running around was as natural as breathing? Somewhere along the way, many of us swapped playgrounds for office chairs. But our bodies are designed to move, and they love it when we do Whether you’re 7 or 70, staying active keeps your muscles strong, your heart happy, improve mood (thanks, endorphins!), reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being
Engaging in regular physical activity offers numerous benefits for people of all ages. For children and adolescents, it aids in the development of strong bones, muscles, and joints, and promotes mental health by reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression As we age, maintaining an active lifestyle becomes even more critical Regular movement helps to manage weight, reduce the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, and maintain mobility and balance, which are essential for independence in older adults The experts recommend aiming for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. That’s just a fancy way of saying you could go for a brisk walk, ride a bike, or even dance around the living room for about 30 minutes, five times a week And if you can’t find 30 minutes in one go, don’t sweat it 10-minute bursts work, too You might just find that you feel so good, you can easily exceed 150 minutes The important thing is to keep moving!
Eat Like You Mean It (But Make Sure It’s Good Stuff)
Now, let’s talk food. We’re not saying you can never have that slice of cake or your favorite comfort food, but balance is key Imagine your body as a high-performance sports car (sweet, right?) You wouldn’t fuel it with low-grade gas, would you? Same goes for your body Eating a diet full of fruits, veggies, whole grains, and lean proteins is like giving your body premium fuel It keeps you energized, helps your brain function at its best, and can even keep those annoying doctor visits to a minimum. And here’s a pro tip: eating well doesn’t have to be boring. Love pizza? Try topping a whole grain crust with a rainbow of veggies Craving something sweet? Fresh berries with a dollop of yogurt might just hit the spot It’s all about finding what works for you and having a little fun with it
The Magic Combo: Move More, Eat Well, and Laugh
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Here’s where the magic happens combine moving more with eating well, and you’ve got the ultimate recipe for a life that’s not just longer, but fuller and happier, too Whether you’re dancing in your living room, playing tag with your kids (or grandkids), or enjoying a colorful salad, you’re doing more than just taking care of your body You’re investing in a future where you feel good, look good, and have the energy to do whatever makes you smile. It’s never too early or late to consider what you want your quality of life to look like one year, 5 years, and even 20, 30, or 40 years from now. What do you physically want to be able to do? So, next time the couch calls your name, remember you’re one brisk walk away from feeling fabulous And when you reach for a snack, think about how great you’ll feel after fueling up with something nutritious Life’s too short not to move, eat well, and laugh a lot so let’s get to it!
One On One One On One AAppointments ppointments
Schedule your one on one with Teressa, Fitness and Wellness Specialist today!
She is available for nutrition and workout plan consultations as well as individual training, stretching, and mobility work.
“I'm not a licensed therapist, but I can always help with mindset and behavior change when it comes to helping someone become healthier and happier! I just want people to start connecting moving, eating healthier, and breaking bad habits to a better quality of life! Always happy to answer any questions anyone has as well.”
Teressa Lantz tlantz@columbiacountyga gov 706-750-9394
In 2022, we began our new p y here current employees could earn a day of PTO for referring a new hire. Once the new hire completes one year of service, our current employees are credited with the PTO.
Congratulations to the following employee who earned a day of PTO as of 8/29/24:
Rodney Brown, Juvenile Court Danielle Couch, Human Resources
Annual Appraisal Training
Upcoming Events
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SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
HaydenBrandt,DetentionCenter
2nd
TuyetKent,InformationTechnology
JamesThomas,FireRescue
DominicEmory,Roads&Bridges
3rd
KeelyMcDaniel,WaterUtility
LeonardZahare,FireRescue
ParisHollar,DetentionCenter
AmyWilliams,FleetServices
4th
MillieLehr,TaxAssessorsOffice
ElizabethJolly,DistrictAttorney’sOffice
HannahKnapp,DistrictAttorney’sOffice
WilliamOwens,FireRescue
TiffanyHanshaw,FacilityMaintenance
5th
JosephVines,FireRescue
NickHayes,FleetServices
GeorgeEwest,DetentionCenter
SamuelDennany,AnimalServices
6th
DorrethaMitchell,DetentionCenter
AmySorrow,WaterUtility
EmmaDraper,SuperiorCourt
DamarisWright,WaterUtility
7th
ChelseaThompson,ClerkofCourt
8th
PaulBurks,Sheriff’sOffice
AngelaRussell,Finance
RobertRichards,WaterUtility
AnnMalay,PerformingArtsCenter
MelissaWilliamson,911Dispatch
9th
VictoriaHarrold,Library
HakeimOdom,WaterUtility
10th
RobertaWilder,Library
TeresaMetzler,WaterUtility
KeithCox,Coroner
NelsonBrookins,FireRescue
SterlingGoodman,WaterUtility
11th
JordanEdler,DetentionCenter
ChristianMoore,StormwaterUtility
12th
KyleMcClellan,FireRescue
CurtisDurden,InformationTechnology
JaredMason,Sheriff’sOffice
ChaseFlick,WaterUtility
13th
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
ConnieTuli,Sheriff’sOffice
KevinHoward,FacilityMaintenance
SadieWhite,Library
MaliekFoster,DetentionCenter
KaliGarrett,Parks,Recreation&Events
14th
MaryNorman,DetentionCenter
KyleTitus,EngineeringServices
BryannaLigon,DetentionCenter
NathanAdcock,StormwaterMaintenance
15th
AlviaMurdock,FireRescue
AmyBolton,JuvenileCourt
JillianHogue,Library
JohnnyCooper,FireRescue
16th
TroyDavis,FireRescue
MarkStory,Roads&Bridges
DarrinTransou,WaterUtility
17th
BobbyChristine,DistrictAttorney
MistyPuffer,Finance
AngelaCoen,FireRescue
KevinNelson,Sheriff’sOffice
18th
TimothyPhillips,Sheriff’sOffice
KristenColon,TaxAssessorsOffice
19th
GregorySmith,Sheriff’sOffice
BenjaminHardeman,WaterUtility
JuanCadena,Roads&Bridges
20th
TinaMaloney,Parks,Recreation&Events
JasonJones,WaterUtility
LacieBrassell,ClerkofCourt
BrandonSikes,Sheriff’sOffice
SamuelBall,GIS
21st
JulieMilford,911Dispatch
SharonWillis,DetentionCenter
AdamSearcy,TaxAssessorsOffice
DylanDouglas,Planning
DrewJones,Roads&Bridges
22nd
FredIngram,StormwaterUtility
JohnBryan,PublicTransit
CassandraCrow,BoardofElections
SarahStrickland,SuperiorCourt
23rd
KeishaEvans,Library
SarahGroves,Library
EnriqueCortes,Roads&Bridges
TanariousRowland,WaterUtility
McKenzieHitt,WaterUtility
SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS
24th
PedroRodriguez,FacilityMaintenance
AndyShedd,Sheriff’sOffice
ConnieMelear,Commissioner
RicardoWilliams,StormwaterMaintenance
CharlesFrizzi,TaxAssessorsOffice
KameronJay,StormwaterMaintenance
LatarciaSteinlage,Sheriff’sOffice
25th
CharlesGriffin,WaterUtility
TinaCanuette,WaterUtility
AshlynVest,SuperiorCourt
JacobHurlburt,FireRescue
BraydenBarber,Roads&Bridges
26th
SallyFowler,Parks,Recreation&Events
JoshuaMobley,Sheriff’sOffice
KarenBogle,TaxCommissioner’sOffice
AshleySwain,CCCVB
JessicaDavis,TrafficEngineering
LindseyStokes,GIS
27th
JasonLittle,Roads&Bridges
NolanNorman,Roads&Bridges
28th
LindaGlasscock,AnimalServices
PamelaTurner,ClerkofCourt
ChristopherCushman,CodeCompliance
EvanSullivan,FacilityMaintenance
29th
JacquelineDonaldson,InformationTechnology
GregoryBaker,Sheriff’sOffice
RhodaKimble-Wheeler,SuperiorCourt
TerriMullis,TaxAssessorsOffice
PhillipBell,Roads&Bridges
30th
BrendaClark,311/CustomerService
JamesDiArenzo,Sheriff’sOffice
BrianShepherd,Sheriff’sOffice
DannyPhillips,WaterUtility
JoshuaGardner,PerformingArtsCenter
SavannahHernandez,Parks,Recreation&Events
September September
Anniversaries Anniversaries
Rachel-MarieCooper,DetentionCenter 22Years
WandaAnderson,Finance
PhyllisSwain,TechnologyServices
DarleneBartlett,RiskManagement
CynthiaWalker,Finance
RebeccaLutz,Parks,Recreation&Events
StacyHall,PlanReview
KimberlyHunter,JuvenileCourt
AnthonyDeckert,FleetServices 19Years
MarvyDurden,PublicTransit
BrianZembiak,WaterUtility
EricMilford,WaterUtility
ChristopherMezzetti,Sheriff’sOffice 17Years
C.J.Dickenson,TaxAssessorsOffice 16Years
DavidSorrells,TaxAssessorsOffice
RovondaTurner,DetentionCenter
BeckyReese,Sheriff’sOffice
14Years
September September
Anniversaries Anniversaries
KimberlySmith,WaterUtility
ByronSullivan,RoadConstruction
13Years
JaneabethWells,CountyAdministration
JessicaWilson,FleetServices
ToddBourdo,RoadConstruction
SandraBowers,Library
PhilipSmith,DetentionCenter
12Years
MichaeldeLeon,WaterUtility
JohnLuton,CommunityServices
AudreyWilliamson,Sheriff’sOffice
CraigCirillo,Sheriff’sOffice
11Years
BrandonWashington,WaterUtility
BryanThurber,FireRescue
ShawnStapleton,WaterUtility
10Years
DanielleMontgomery,Planning
RobertaWilder,Library
ChristopherMize,StormwaterMaintenance
RandalPrickett,TrafficEngineering
ClaytonWhittle,StormwaterUtility
MichaelZahner,StormwaterMaintenance
ShulamitLink,Library
9Years
TimothyPhillips,Sheriff’sOffice
8Years
PatrickPatterson,CodeCompliance
AngelaMedlin,BoardofElections
RichardHennings,WaterUtility
7Years
AnnamarieNabel,CommunityServices
MichaelBlanchard,TechnologyServices
AnitaPatel,EDA
BrandonPrice,Sheriff’sOffice
DannyFigueroa,Sheriff'sOffice
6Years
MarkSwain,GIS
MatthewNorton,FireRescue
BrittanyAkins,WaterUtility
AndreClementi,Sheriff’sOffice
5Years
JordanMorris,BroadbandUtility
JillianHogue,Library
BrandieCramer,Sheriff’sOffice
StephenSaint,WaterUtility
TheronGriner,WaterUtility
LynneClark,TaxCommissioner’sOffice
ScottSterling,Planning
KevinGoeddel,WaterUtility
WilliamNelson,FireRescue
AngelOrtiz,WaterUtility
4Years
GuyNewman,Sheriff’sOffice
StacyJames,Roads&Bridges
KyleWallin,InformationTechnology
MatthewChambers,InformationTechnology
JamalierAponteRivera,Roads&Bridges
DanielleColton-Couch,HumanResources
HeatherRich,911Dispatch
ShaileeBerry,DetentionCenter
MicahWilliams,FireRescue
CameronTiedeman,FireRescue
AngelaHatfield,DetentionCenter
September September
Anniversaries Anniversaries
3Years
MelissaWilliamson,911Dispatch
MarkRadle,FacilityMaintenance
TheodoreVasquez,FacilityMaintenance
JoleneSmith,FacilityMaintenance
EvanSullivan,FacilityMaintenance
TabithaGrogan,911Dispatch
JamesJones,WaterUtility
HaydenBrandt,DetentionCenter
ClarissaHogan,FacilityMaintenance
ColbyJanes,WaterUtility
2Years
JamesAtakoglu,DetentionCenter
DamarisWright,WaterUtility
JessicaDavis,TrafficEngineering
JohnSchneider,WaterUtility
WilliamSmallwood,BuildingStandards
MarilynMoon,TaxCommissioner’sOffice
WilliamWalker,WaterUtility
JoeSteadman,Sheriff’sOffice
JasonUsry,Sheriff'sOffice
UzairKhan,Sheriff'sOffice
MatthewCarson,FacilityMaintenance
1Year
ByronHarvey,TrafficEngineering
TylerRoberson,TrafficEngineering
BrandyHardaway,Parks,Recreation&Events
JacobWallace,TrafficEngineering
AbbieAtkins,FacilityMaintenance
JohnnieTucker,Roads&Bridges
NicholasPond,Parks,Recreation&Events
KeithSmith,Sheriff’sOffice
TiffanyCrawford,AnimalServices
AmberCrawley,CodeCompliance
KellieAddie,Library
ReneeCaprari,CCCVB
ErikaHarmon,DevelopmentServices
WilliamSmith,AnimalServices
SterlingGoodman,WaterUtility
EmileRiel,WaterUtility
JohnNelson,WaterUtility
AnnaeliseWilson,PerformingArtsCenter
AmnorMarkwalterWaterUtility
EmilyLeggett,Recycling
RiskManagement TrainingSchedule
NationalSafetyCouncilDefensiveDriving (4Hours)attheEOC8:30am-12:30pm
**ParticipantswillreceiveaResQmeCarEscapeTool aspartofourSafetyGrantfromLGRMS;while supplieslast**
Thursday,September26,2024
*LIMITEDAVAILABLESPOTS*
NationalSafetyCouncilDefensiveDriving (8Hours)attheEOC8:30am-5:00pm
**ParticipantswillreceiveaResQmeCarEscapeTool aspartofourSafetyGrantfromLGRMS;while supplieslast**
Friday,October18,2024
Wednesday,December4,2024
Hands-OnDefensiveDriving (8Hours)attheCCSOTrack8:30am-5pm
Friday,September13,2024*CLASSISFULL*
Tuesday,November19,2024
RedCrossCPR/AED&FirstAid (8Hours)attheEOC8:30-5pm
**ParticipantswillreceiveaFirstAidKit aspartofourSafetyGrantfromLGRMS;while supplieslast**
Thursday,August29,2024*CLASSISFULL*
Wednesday,October2,2024
Wednesday,November6,2024
PleasenotethatRiskManagementclasseshavebeenfillingup fastthispastyear.Ourclassesaresubjecttotheavailabilityof our trainers based on their schedules. The classes are also limitedtotheamountofspacewehaveforattendees
If there is a class on the schedule you would like to attend, pleasedonotwaittoregister.Ifyouregisterforaclassandat any point in time realize you will not be able to attend, please inform Risk Management to open the spot for other employees
Toregistercontact RiskManagement@columbiacountyga.gov OrcallJennifer,Polly,orDarleneat 706-312-7475forinformation
Information Security Classes
If you clicked on a test phishing email, you are required to attend one of the meetings listed below But anyone is welcome to attend! Mon. 9/30/24 @ 2 pm Wed. 10/23/24 @ 2 pm Thu. 12/5/24 @ 9 am
Evans Government Center Auditorium, Building A, 630 Ronald Reagan Dr
To sign up for one of these classes, please contact Phyllis Swain at (706) 312-7302 or via email at pswain@columbiacountyga.gov
