It's that time of year again, as we turn Phoenix purple as a show of support for a very serious topic: domestic violence. This is the fifth year for Paint Phoenix Purple, a public education campaign intended to reduce, and eventually eliminate, domestic violence in our community.

You are encouraged to wear purple throughout the month of October, especially on Thursday, Oct. 19, which has been designated as the statewide day to raise awareness. On this day, use the hashtag #AZWearPurpleDay on social media.

Although employees are encouraged to wear their Paint Phoenix Purple shirts, please make sure your dress is appropriate for the work that you perform. Employees who have an official city uniform should continue to wear their city uniform. For information about the campaign, visit:

PaintPhoenixPurple.org

Contact Sergio Gomez at 602-262-4946

If you or someone you know is in need of victim services: Family Advocacy Center: 602-534-2120 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

The Weekly Connection Newsletter for City of Phoenix Employees • October 4, 2017

PAINT PHOENIX PURPLE TIME TO NOMINATE

JOIN US ALL MONTH LONG

WIN $500 GIFT CARD

CSFD is giving away a $500 American Airlines/US Airways gift card to anyone who logs onto eCHRIS and chooses an option on pledging for CSFD. Even if you elect “no pledge,” you will be entered; as long as you made your selection between Aug. 1 - Oct. 12. Click on this link to read more about this contest.

The Phoenix Human Relations Commission is seeking human rights awards nominations for people of all ages who have made an impact on the quality of life of Phoenix residents. These people may have also contributed significantly to creating a compassionate and socially-just community.

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes an individual who has made Phoenix a better place to live by promoting social and economic justice and civil rights. The Living the Dream Award honors individuals who embody the ideas of Dr. King through a personal commitment to human relations and justice. Visit Phoenix.gov/EOD for more info. To apply:

Call 262-7716, TTY: 602-534-1557 or 711

Deadline is 5 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 25

You are invited to join the city of Phoenix, St. Luke’s Medical Center and the Phoenix Suns as they team up to clean up the Edison-Eastlake Choice Neighborhood Community!

Bring your family and work alongside Phoenix Suns personalities, hospital staff members and city of Phoenix employees on this worthwhile beautification project. Together, they will landscape, garden, paint and clean up the neighborhood - making it a beautiful place for all of us to share! All volunteers will receive lunch and the first 200 to register will get a free t-shirt. Details:

Saturday, Oct. 14

7 a.m. - noon

Registration/breakfast at St. Luke’s Medical Center parking lot - 1800 E. Van Buren St.

Call 602-256-3493 or visit the volunteer web site for more information

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

COOL IN YOUR ZIP!

SEEDS empowers young adults with autism, teaching them job skills and social skills to engage with the community. It's in the 85007 and it is Cool in Your ZIP!

FINANCIAL EXPO

If you are getting close to retirement, or just curious about making the best choices, the city of Phoenix invites you to its two-day Financial Expo: Thursday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6, 8 a.m. - noon City Hall Atrium Free parking at 305 garage with your

employee badge *CHANGES TO THE AGENDA: Social Security workshop on Oct. 5 now in

Assembly rooms Investment basics and PEHP on Oct. 5 now in

Adams St. Training Center. You will have the opportunity to talk to representatives from Nationwide, Benefits and COPERS, as well as ARAG legal insurance. Visit www.phoenixdcp.com to learn more.

STAY PROTECTED ONLINE!

Mo Glancy, the Assistant Planning & Development Director, is retiring to pursue his favorite pastime, attending all sorts of ASU games. Mo manages the Development Division, responsible for plan review, permit issuance and inspections of all residential, commercial and associated infrastructure construction in Phoenix.

In his 21 years at the city, he has served in a variety of roles, including structural plans engineer, plan review team leader, engineering supervisor and development center manager. He is a graduate of Arizona State University with a degree in Civil Engineering and is licensed as a civil and structural engineer.

A pep rally to send Mo off to his new collegiate sport watching career will be held Wed. Oct. 11 at Valley Bar, 130 N. Central Ave. from 3 to 6 p.m.

RSVP to Leah Swanton by Oct. 4.

FAREWELL TO MO

Cybersecurity is more than good luck!

The city will soon host a free Cybersecurity Summit as October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Presentations will include: Ransomware, cyberbullying, password cracking and cyber scams. There will be tables on different topics where you can see demos, ask questions and get handouts on protection strategies. Details:

Friday, Oct. 13

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

City Hall Assembly Rooms

Please register ahead of time by using this link

For more information, contact Ilene Klein

WEDNESDAY WIND UP

Looking to break up the monotony of the work week? Downtown professionals and students are invited to “Wednesday Wind Up” at Civic Space Park, located along the west side of ASU’s downtown campus, 424 N. Central Ave. The lunchtime social brings together food trucks, games and activities and free live music. Details:

Oct. 11 & 25, Nov. 8 & 22 and Dec. 13

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Visit the Phoenix city calendar for information about each week’s entertainment and food truck options.

Have an idea for the next PHXConnect?

E-mail us: phxconnect@phoenix.gov

The following employee is accepting leave donations. If you’d like to help; use eChris to make your donation:

Francisco Pina, Equipment Operator I*U2, Public Works

LEAVE DONATIONS

JOB OF THE WEEK

Featured Listing: Firefighter Recruit—Written Exam on Nov. 15 ($22.76/hour in academy, $47,340 - $66,991 annually as Firefighter). Must be at least 18 years of age to apply. Secure your spot for the written exam by Oct. 9.

Each Monday, the city posts jobs available for current employees to consider. Here’s the link to the most recent Job Opportunities.

October marks the start of National Community Planning Month. The goal of the campaign is to highlight the importance of planning and planners. Throughout the month, look for information about community planning in Phoenix – from fun facts about the city’s very own planners, to spotlighting community planners and planning projects. Help spread the word about the importance of planning:

Use the hashtag #planPHX on social media

Visit the Planning web site

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date on planning meetings and activities

GET INVOLVED

FOLLOW US

The city of Phoenix is very social, posting regularly to all the major accounts. This week, consider adding the city’s Facebook page to your friend list. Join by clicking here.