News for Employees
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Road Construction Update
Lane closures on Johnson Street near the intersection with Charter Street are now expected through September 21 due to a City of Madison project. Project specifics can be found at cityofmadison.com. Stay up-to-date on construction projects that impact getting around campus at transportation.wisc.edu. A campus construction and detour map is available at transportation.wisc.edu/campus-maps.
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Campus Dining Switches to Reusable To-Go Containers
All University Housing Dining Markets are now using reusable to-go containers for carry-out food. Disposable containers will no longer be available. In the new program, called Ticket to Take Out, you can purchase a token that entitles you to a reusable container at any Dining Market. When you purchase food to go, you will receive the food in a reusable container. If you are new to the program, you will pay a one-time fee of $5.00 at check-out. When you return your empty container to a vending machine (located in all six Dining Markets), you will receive a new token to use for your next carry-out meal. UW–Madison faculty and staff who join the University Housing meal plan program will receive a free token with their membership. Learn more at go.wisc.edu/ticket-to-takeout.
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Coffee and Conversation Events Promote Networking
The UW–Madison Women and Leadership program is hosting a “Coffee and Conversation” series to support women’s advancement and encourage networking. All UW–Madison employees are welcome to attend. Fall semester events are scheduled for September 12, October 10 and November 14, 8:30–10 a.m. (check-in at 8 a.m.) at Union South. Coffee and light refreshments will be served. Register to attend at no cost at go.wisc.edu/1cfb76. For details about specific events, visit the registration page and click on each individual session, or visit the Facebook page @LearningAndTalentDevelopment.
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Plan for Flooding and Road Closures
Flooding and road closures are affecting bus routes, traffic patterns, and commuting times in the Madison area. Please use caution while driving and do not attempt to drive through flooded streets. Drivers should approach campus from the south or west in order to avoid the isthmus. The latest information on road conditions is available at cityofmadison.com/flooding and alerts.wisc.edu. Campus impacts and a more detailed list of resources can be found at transportation.wisc.edu.
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UW Operating Normally During Weather Emergency
UW–Madison expects to operate normally as Dane County deals with the effects of widespread flooding. The weather emergency has had minimal impact on campus. However, many employees have been directly affected by the flooding in the broader community. UW employees should use caution when making decisions regarding their health and safety and travel. Supervisors are expected to honor reasonable requests of employees to arrive late or to leave early because of inclement weather, including the need to deal with flooding issues at home. Employees should notify their supervisors if they cannot report to work or will report late.
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Transgender Health Benefits Reinstated as of Jan. 1
The Group Insurance Board (GIB) last week voted to include coverage of transgender surgery for state employees starting Jan 1, 2019. In July, six UW System chancellors, including UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank, sent a letter to the board asking that the coverage be reinstated. The decision by the GIB removed the exclusion for transgender services. Like other health services, these benefits will now be determined by medical necessity. UW–Madison employees with questions about specific coverage should contact their health plan.
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New Parking Policies Effective in September
UW–Madison parking policies for 2018–19 include changes to daytime hourly parking rates, Lot 51 hours of control, and gated facility operations. Effective Sept. 1, the daytime hourly visitor parking rate for all gated lots will change. Lot 51 (by 30 N. Mills Street) will no longer have public parking on evenings and weekends. Starting Sept. 8, all gated parking lots will have gate equipment arms down at all times. Lots 17, 20, 36, and 76 will continue to be available at no charge on weekends, and Lot 7 is no charge on Sundays. People will pull a ticket to enter the lot and must use it to exit.
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Accept Round 3 Parking Offers by Sept. 4
The third round of parking offers were sent August 22. These offers must be accepted and purchased by Tuesday, Sept. 4. Those who missed the third round can apply by Sept. 4 for the fourth application periodTo accept and purchase an offer, visit go.wisc.edu/s8g6tp. To apply for a parking permit, visit go.wisc.edu/jfj079.
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Plan Ahead for Campus Parking on August 31
The Wisconsin Badgers will play the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 31. A Friday night football game will bring thousands of visitors to campus at the end of the work week. Traffic and delays are expected. Some parking permit holders will need to relocate their vehicles before 5 p.m. on August 31. Parking details, including a list of parking lots affected, can be found at transportation.wisc.edu. To reduce congestion on campus, some UW–Madison employees may wish to consider leaving work early or taking time off (with supervisor approval). Employees are also encouraged to travel to campus by bus, carpool, biking or walking on game day.
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Faculty and Staff Meal Plan Offers Savings
UW–Madison faculty and staff can save money at any of six University Housing dining locations by joining a meal plan offered by University Housing. For a $25 annual fee, members receive a 20 percent discount on most food items during the academic year (Aug. 27, 2018–May 3, 2019). Program members must use their Wiscard for purchases to receive the discount. Deposits can be made to a Wiscard account online, in person, or by mail. To sign up for the meal plan, visit the Dining Office in the lower level of the Gordon Dining and Event Center.