News for Employees
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Planner app now available in Outlook
Microsoft Planner, a project management app offered as part of Office 365, is now available in Outlook on the Web. You can access Planner by going to the app launcher and clicking, “View all my apps.” It is not available for desktop or mobile clients. Planner offers a simple and highly visual way to organize teamwork and collaborate around tasks. Learn more about Planner. Questions? Contact the DoIT Help Desk.
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Bus passes are now on sale
Employee bus passes for Sept. 1, 2016, through Aug. 31, 2017, are on sale at Transportation Services, which encourages employees to take transit. The $24 pass allows for unlimited rides on Madison Metro Transit buses for eligible employees. You can order your bus pass online, and it will be mailed to you. Or you can pick up your bus pass at a Transportation Services office; bring a photo ID. Payment options include payroll deduction, check, credit card or cash.
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Donation and recycling encouraged during August Moving Days
Get ready for curbs in downtown Madison to be crowded with furniture, clothing and more, as renters move and leave unwanted items behind when leases expire in mid-August. But there’s a better option than the curb during August Moving Days. From Aug. 12-17, there will be several sites where individuals can donate their unwanted items and take what they need for free. These sites also will host non-perishable food collection bins for The Open Seat Food Pantry and an e-waste recycling drop-off. The UW–Madison Office of Sustainability and We Conserve are partnering with the City of Madison, Open Seat Food Pantry, Goodwill Industries and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to collect and recycle.
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Introduction to Bicycle Commuting: Aug. 24
A free class called “Introduction to Bicycle Commuting” will offer an overview of basic considerations for the beginning bike commuter, with time for questions. The class, taught by veteran bike commuter and UW Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator Chuck Strawser, will be from noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 24 at University Bicycle Resource Center, HC White Garage (Lot 6). Free Planet Bike blinky light sets will be given to the first five attendees. -
Check "Clutter" for Parking Permit Offers
The Office 365 Team has received reports of parking permit offers being sent to the Clutter folder. If you are expecting an email from UW Transportation Services with your 2016-2017 parking permit offer and have not received it, be sure to check your junk folder and Clutter folder. The deadline to accept first round parking assignments is Aug. 9. If you do not accept the offer by this date, your space will be returned to the parking pool for the second round applicants. If you did not receive an offer, you can remain on the waitlist for second round parking permit offers. Please apply for parking before Aug. 9.
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Call for Nominations: Search and Screen Committee
Academic Staff interested in serving on the Dean of the School of Business Search and Screen Committee should apply by filling out this survey. Applicants should be familiar with the Wisconsin School of Business. The duties for this committee will likely conclude in the late fall or winter. Direct reports to this position will not be considered for this committee. Surveys must be completed no later than Wednesday, Aug. 10 at noon.
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Parking meter changes coming to campus
Transportation Services is converting the remaining coin-operated parking meters on campus to take payments using the Parkmobile mobile payment system. Visitors can use this system to easily pay for parking by phone, on the web, or by using a mobile application. Converted parking meter locations will no longer accept coins. Current hourly rates, time limits, and hours of control for metered parking spaces will remain the same. Conversion will be complete by Sept. 1.
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Ad Hoc Committee Members Wanted
The Ad Hoc Committee on Category B Academic Staff Salary Compression will work with the Office of Human Resources to gather and analyze information on compression of academic staff salaries within Category B and will make recommendations to the Academic Staff Assembly concerning policies and procedures that can be used to minimize and mitigate this inequity. To apply please fill out the survey no later than noon on Tuesday, Aug. 9.
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Water Main Flushing: July 26
The FP&M Physical Plant Plumbing Shop will be flushing water mains on Tuesday, July 26. Water main flushing will begin at 6:00pm and end at about 11:00pm. Flushing operations may lead to discolored water, which is caused by minerals being dislodged from the water main. Please make sure water is clear before doing any laundry, or using the water for any other projects that could be affected by discolored water. If discoloration occurs, open a cold tap to full flow until the water runs clear. In some situations this may take 5 to 10 minutes.
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Sunrise Yoga
Start your mornings at Allen Centennial Gardens with Sunrise Outdoor Yoga. This class is designed to energize the body and stimulate the mind. It will explore different poses to help strengthen and balance the body. Discounted price, $10 for a 4-week session, for UW faculty, staff and students (no Rec Sports membership or prior yoga experience required).