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CU ��������’s 2022-2023 Climate Action Plan (CAP) is the university’s roadmap towards decarbonization and advancing just, equitable climate solutions. Provide feedback on the first draft of the CAP on April 20 from 1-4 p.m. at UMC 235 as part of the Campus Sustainability Summit.��

We are seeking 20-50 CU affiliates who ride the bus regularly to help us test the transition of your EcoPass onto the Buff OneCard. CU will be transitioning to a OneCard system this year, making your current EcoPass card obsolete, but we need to test it first. If you want to help, please fill out .��

Save the date for our annual Open Enrollment period for CU health plans. Eligible employees will be able to enroll, update or change their healthcare plans for the 2023-24 plan year from April 17 through May 5.

ISIEC Financial Literacy Series: Open Enrollment

With CU’s Open Enrollment dates approaching, now is a good time to review your insurance benefits and ensure they’re meeting the needs of you and your loved ones.

The I&S Inclusive Excellence Committee (ISIEC), partnering with Employee Services, invites you to attend an informational session on April 28. The in-person offerings will be from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. and 2:00-3:00 p.m. Sessions will be presented in English, Lao, Spanish, Tibetan, Nepalese, and Mandarin; they will be held in the CASE Building.

A will be held from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. for those wanting to attend remotely.

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The University of Colorado provides many benefits, resources, perks and discounts as part of its commitment to CU faculty and staff. Check out, a new website that brings together perks large and small in a quick, searchable format.

Join us in celebrating the graduating class of 2023 by volunteering to help students and their families and guests during our in-person commencement events. Commencement volunteers are critical to ensuring this campus tradition is enjoyable, celebratory and smooth for everyone who will be visiting campus. Campus is recruiting volunteers for various roles between Thursday, May 11, and Saturday, May 13. Sign up today!

Check your leave balances and make plans to use any hours of vacation time over the maximum allowable accrual time before the July 1 leave sweep deadline. As always, vacation leave requests are subject to the approval of your supervisor; don’t wait until June to put in your leave requests. If you have any questions regarding leave, please contact your supervisor, Christina Sumaya-Orozco or Tanya Patzer.

Leave-eligible employees receive eight hours of leave (prorated for part-time staff) in honor of Juneteenth. This leave needs to be used on or before June 30, 2023.��

• For staff using FAMIS: request in advance, as you do for a vacation day, by entering the leave type “POD” in the FAMIS self-service portal (leave requests).

• For staff using MyLeave: request in advance, as you do for a vacation day, by entering the earnings code “Personal Observance Day” in MyLeave.

If you have questions, please contact your supervisor or Tanya Patzer.

We had a medical emergency with one of our fellow staff members. Bulmara immediately made the call to 911 to get assistance to the individual, saving critical time for any additional support needed from the first responders.��

Ryan has shown a consistent level of professional courtesy and willingness to overcome challenging obstacles that is not unnoticed by the clients he is working for and inspectors he coordinates while setting a positive example to coworkers. As his supervisor I'd like to thank Ryan for his efforts and make this appreciation known by the star award. Thanks Ryan.

FacMan’s safety committee discussed overhead safety awareness during the March committee meeting. A few reminders include:

• If you are working at heights, be aware of any overheard objects – this includes powerlines, tree branches or any fixed objects.

• We have staff who work in mechanical rooms, tunnels and other confined spaces where the potential for a head injury is common.

• Be careful with clearance when you are driving. The work vehicle could be taller than your personal vehicle.

• Safety tip: Before you begin a project, step back for a moment and evaluate the area for potential safety issues. Remember, practice your “Stop Work Authority” if you feel unsafe. Contact your supervisor, safety specialist or EH&S so they may evaluate the project and work environment.

Ethan Paxton (IPM Technician) – nominated by Troy Muller

Ethan has used the safety hazard app to report three hazards so far. One was a missing step in a staircase, the other two were tripping hazards near building entrances. Ethan’s observant when out on campus, and tries to be proactive by reporting hazards regardless of whether or not there might already be a plan to address them. Even if a hazard seems insignificant, Ethan knows that students can sometimes be distracted and a small tripping hazard could cause injury. He’s taken a couple pictures, fills out the forms on the hazard reporting app, and it is usually addressed within a few days. Thank you Ethan!

The FM safety committee meets the third Tuesday of every month to discuss general safety concerns, review safety reports, on-the-job injuries and recommend training needs and resources. If you are interested in attending a meeting or bringing an issue or idea that is safety related, reach out to our Safety Specialist Don Fitzpatrick.

New Hires

• Soukchinda Kolasack, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Palden Sherpa, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Tashi Sherpa, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Ruth Andersen, Transportation Services, Campus Bus Driver��
• Maitri Chaisin, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Troy Manzitti, Utility and Energy Services, Plant Operator��
• Gerardo “Armando” Morales Chavez, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• ​Molly Scott, Campus Building Services, Custodian��

Promotions/Transfers

• Russell Darnell, Utility and Energy Services, Plant Operator��
• Adam Garrett, Facilities Maintenance Operations, Electronic Security Systems Specialist��
• Samuel Parks, Outdoor Services, Assistant Equipment Mechanic
• Khanh Phaimany, Campus Building Services, Lead Custodian��
• Maya Gurung, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Irma Bernard, Campus Building Services, Lead Custodian��
• Osien Namvong, Campus Building Services, Lead Custodian��
• Mario Ibarra, Outdoor Services, Irrigation Technician��
• ​Cheri Baumgartner, Transportation Services, Driver Coordinator

Moving On

• Matthew Peterson, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Joan Dolloff, Facilities Maintenance Operations, Preventative Maintenance Mechanic
• Maria Galarza, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Kongsone Siriphanh, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• Andre Morariu, Campus Building Services, Custodian��
• ​Brandon Boger (retired), Environmental Health and Safety, Director

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