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Secretary Bill Daughtridge, Jr. 2. Spotlight: A Season of Giving! Greetings, Thank you for all of your hard work over the past 12 months. Each new year is an opportunity for success and for DOA, it is an opportunity to build on the accomplishments of 2013. DOA is a diverse and dynamic department that the Governor views as essential to carrying out each facet of his mission for State government: increased effi ciency, improving education and growing the economy. We all own a piece of this mission and should work daily to accomplish it in 2014. Our individual efforts lend themselves to our divisions’ successes, and these successes will become accomplishments for DOA and ultimately a beacon of light for the state of North Carolina as a whole. What piece of our mission do you own? In what ways can you guarantee your division’s success? These are questions that should be answered as we begin to work in the new year. I have full confi dence in your abilities and great expectations for the coming year. Thank you again for all you have done and continue to do for DOA. I hope you join me in my enthusiasm for what we can accomplish in 2014! Sincerely, Bill Daughtridge From the Secretary’s Desk January 2014 (Contents) 6 Facility Management makes Christmas special for North Carolina 3 DOA Welcomes New Leadership 4 Your Division News Highlights 8 Martin Luther King, Jr. Comission 2 Receive daily updates by following us on Facebook and Twitter! Harriett Southerland of Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office stands with items collected for the troops. January 2014 Division Spotlight: A Season of Giving! Far away from hollow plastic reindeer and overfl owing shopping carts, DOA employees embodied the classical defi nition of charity as love for their fellow man. Mostly without notice, our fellow employees performed acts of charity that changed people’s lives, met their needs and reaffi rmed that all of humanity has value. We truly have angels among us and as we move beyond the traditional season of giving, these anonymous acts should be recognized for their value and symbolism that life is more than what the material world has to offer, which is far too often, simply the next new shiny new thing that is just beyond our reach. In 2013, a multi-generational Christmas tradition was continued, planned across two states and executed inconspicuously by an anonymous employee right here in DOA. Siblings from the eastern part of our State that have since migrated across NC and into SC, coordinate a special Christmas meal for individuals who need an extra blessing during the Christmas season. It was started by the matriarch of their family in the 1970s and has been carried-forward by her six children ever since. When asked what motivates these siblings to continue this tradition of giving it is simply one word: love. “We don’t view this as big thing,” said one of the siblings. “This is something that honors God and something we all should do.” But for the individuals receiving this act of love, it is a big thing indeed. A separate act of love went to one Johnston County grandmother raising eight of her 25 grandchildren, ages 1 – 14. She has devoted her life to providing for the children in her care and was chosen by Teresa Matthews and Pam Strickland in the State Property Offi ce to be the recipient of an Angel Tree donation drive. An Angel Tree donation drive had been held before in the State Property Division, and this idea just seemed to click when Mrs. Strickland contemplated how to bless this grandmother whom she met through a church outing. The way this type of donation drive works is after a Christmas tree is assembled, it is decorated with paper angels. Each paper angel represents a specifi c child with the child’s Christmas wish written on its reverse side. This method of giving allows for each child in the grandmother’s care to receive a special Christmas gift. Because she has many children in need, the Angel Tree was an especially good way to match each child with a giver. Emails were sent and this donation opportunity spread throughout DOA by word of mouth as DOA employees were eager to choose an angel and supply a gift. All of the angels were chosen and the children were provided for, but there was one person who was left without a blessing. When asked what she wanted for Christmas, the grandmother answered that she would like a new vacuum cleaner to be better able to care for her grandchildren. This opportunity to bless someone who had already given so much would not go unmet. Upon receiving her new vacuum, the grandmother was moved to tears with the idea that someone would give of themselves to bless her this Christmas season. “Bless the Lord, bless the Lord,” she said as words of thanksgiving upon receiving the donations. This theme of meeting others’ needs and embodying the Christmas spirit of giving is a common thread between these acts of love here in DOA. The Youth Advocacy and Involvement Offi ce (YAIO) conducted its own donation drive by harnessing the energy and enthusiasm of their Youth Legislative leadership team and the NC SADD youth conference. Together, YAIO staff and their youth helped fi ght hunger in North Carolina and helped meet the needs of our armed forces personnel serving overseas. Beginning in mid-November, Harriett Southerland and the YAIO staff organized a food drive and troop supply Season of Giving continued on page 3 3 Director Bill Bachanan Director Patti Bowers January 2014 Motor Fleet Welcomes Bill Bachanan Purchase and Contract Welcomes Patti Bowers drive. They set up drop-off bins, posted fl iers near elevators in the Administration Building and advertised through email and newsletters. Moreover, by promoting the charity drives at the NC SADD conference, she found a way for youth to engage in an act of giving and exponentially increase the amount of food donated to our communities. The result was over 300 cans of food delivered to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC, and enough supplies for approximately 50 service men and women stationed overseas. The troop supplies will be delivered to troops through the USO in Fayetteville. “This is our fi rst year holding a food and troop supply drive,” said Ms. Southerland. “I got this idea because food stamps and unemployment benefi ts were getting delayed and the food pantry was running out of food.” Ms. Southerland recalled one report that said the food banks were dispensing a week’s worth of food and asking that recipients try to make it last for an entire month. But through the YAIO donation drive, the Food Bank pantry was a little heartier and our overseas troops were a little better supplied. Like me, I hope you take pride in DOA’s employees who took the initiative to organize charity drives and bless those in need. These acts remind me of what is most important in life – people and relationships. We all are busy and must balance time allotted to work and to our personal lives. As you contemplate 2014, let me encourage you to join our DOA angels in making a renewed commitment to spend time where it matters most. That one day when we refl ect back on our lives, we will not refl ect on a list of opportunities we missed to invest in people. Instead with great satisfaction, we will refl ect on having carried forward the tradition of charity found here at DOA. Together we can help change people’s lives, meet their needs and reaffi rm that all of humanity has value. DOA is pleased to announce that Mrs. Patti Bowers has joined the Division of Purchase and Contract as its Director and State Purchasing Offi cer in December. Mrs. Bowers brings 22 years of purchasing experience, including her work as DOA’s Project Manager for the Procurement Transformation, plus nine years of experience in customer service. Most recently, Mrs. Bowers served as the Director of Purchasing for the Department of Transportation. She also served as the Chief IT Procurement Offi cer where she provided leadership and oversight of the Statewide IT Procurement Offi ce for over 10 years. Mrs. Bowers attended East Carolina University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management. Mrs. Bowers is originally from Maryland but calls North Carolina home. She has been married for almost 25 years and is the mother of two adult children, one a recent ECU graduate living in Wilmington and the other is currently a sophomore at ECU. When not at work she enjoys spending time in the Outer Banks or Atlantic Beach. Please give a warm DOA welcome to Mrs. Patti Bowers! Bill Buchanan joined DOA as the new Director of Motor Fleet Management in December. Mr. Buchanan joined our team with a wide range of professional experience including serving as an Assistant Commissioner with the Division of Motor Vehicles and as a Chief Magistrate Judge in Wayne County. Before that, he owned and operated several franchise automobile dealerships in NC and SC and served in the US Army. He holds a BS degree in Business from Middle Tennessee State University with minors in Economics and English. Mr. Buchanan calls Goldsboro home. He has one son, an attorney, and enjoys hosting foreign exchange students and missions work. Please extend a warm welcome to Bill Buchanan! Season of Giving continued from page 2 4 Council for Women Kathleen Balogh presented the Status on Women in NC at the Champions of Education Breakfast recently. January 2014 Service Operations Divisions Based on a request from the Division of Safety, Workers’ Compensation and Wellness of the Offi ce of State Human Resources, the Safety Shoe allowance for state employees is being adjusted. Effective January 1, 2014, the safety shoe allowance for state employees will increase to $100 from $80 per year. It is the intent of this adjustment to ensure that state employees are provided ample opportunity to purchase the proper and necessary safety shoes required by the job for adequate foot protection. The Offi ce of State Budget and Management and Offi ce of State Human Resources will review the safety shoe reimbursement practice and make adjustment to refl ect costs to state employees. If you have questions, please contact your Budget Analyst at (919) 807-4700. YOUR DIVISION NEWS Commission of Indian Affairs Native American Council Meeting The NC Commission of Indian Affairs met with other members of the Native American Employment and Training Council at the US Department of Labor headquarters on Dec. 11 and 12. They discussed ways to promote and boost employment opportunities for Native American workers. The council consists of representatives of Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Alaskan Native entities and Indian-controlled organizations serving Indians or Native Hawaiians. According to its mission, the council advises the Secretary of Labor on operating and administering Section 166 of the Workforce Investment Act. This Act helps Indian and Native American workers improve their skills through workforce training programs to achieve their academic and occupation goals. On Dec 11, council members met with Eric Seleznow, acting assistant secretary for employment and training, and Jeremy Bishop with the Offi ce of Public Engagement, to discuss the work of the council, including the development of a white paper. (Right) Elk Richardson addresses the Native American Employment and Training Council Council for Women continued on page 5 5 State Supreme Court Justice Paul Newby swore-in new members of the Council for Women’s Domestic Violence Commission. From left to right: Kate Stahlman, Phil Kline (Chairman), Pearl Burris-Floyd, Dana Mangum, Alisa Huffman (Designee of the Governor’s Crime Commission), Pamela Thompson, Gale McKoy Wilkins (Council’s Executive Director), Michael Silver, and Justice Paul Newby. (Below and right) Gale Wilkins, Director for Council for Women, graduated from NCSU’s graduate Family Life Coach certificate program in Family Life and Parenting Education. January 2014 Fiscal Corner Please use the most updated Fiscal forms and contracts located on the NCDOA Intranet Portal. Budget revisions to clear negative balances are due to Fiscal no later than Tuesday, January 7th. Budget Offi cers will be contacting each Division Director to schedule mid-year budget review meetings for late January. James Brown has accepted the Purchasing II position for the Office of Fiscal Management effective December 1, 2013. James joined the purchasing offi ce on September 9, 2013 as a temporary employee with over 20 years of purchasing experience. James, welcome to the team! Amy Ferrell accepted the Cash Management Accountant position in the Office of Fiscal Management. Amy’s fi rst day will be Monday, January 6, 2013. Amy has worked for NC DOT for the last four years where she worked on automation projects for departmental effi ciency, cash management, and collections. Amy, we look forward to working with you! Council for Women continued from page 4 6 (Left) Many attended the Facility Management Holiday Reception and fellowshiped with co-workers. (Below) Ricky Edwards (right) stands with Director Tony Jordan as he receives his service award for 25 years. January 2014 Facility Management Division The Facility Management Division (FMD) is busy all year long, but they have special duties during the Christmas season. FMD staff provide a total of eight Christmas trees for the State government complex, decorations and lights, plus ornamental greenery and staging for Christmas events. Landscaping personnel Gerald Adams and Ricky Terry drive to western NC to pick-up the eight trees from Peak Farms. Seven of the trees were installed in the Governor’s Residence and the eighth and largest tree was placed by crane outside of the Capitol Building facing Fayetteville Street. In addition to installation, FMD also assists with decorations and lighting. The Residence’s trees were decorated in a Dogwood Tree fl oral design representing the NC State fl ower, and FMD’s electrical shop installed the lighting on the Capitol tree. Thank you FMD for making the State Capitol Complex beautiful for Christmas 2013! 7 Receive daily updates by following us on Facebook and Twitter! Director Dennis English takes a selfie on Christmas Day, with his nephew Aiden. “I like spending time with my uncle Dennis because he always challenges me to THINK BIG even when I’m taking pictures.” January 2014 Human Resources Division Upcoming Training (Held in HRM Training Room) Equal Employment Opportunity Institute (Level 1): January 8: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. January 9: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Performance Management for Supervisors: January 14: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Coaching Skills for Managers and Supervisors: January 23: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some Assembly Required! Recruiting and Hiring a Strong Workforce: January 30: 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. If there are supervisors in need of any of these courses (fi rst time or a refresher) please sign-up through the NC Learning Center in your BEACON ESS portal. Our in-house courses are listed in the catalog and end with the acronym “DOA.” Work Plan Interim Reviews for Performance Management Cycle #26: We are now in mid-cycle for the DOA Performance Management System Cycle #26. Employee-supervisor Interim Review meetings should be conducted by January 15, 2014. Historically Underutilized Businesses Holiday gathering in the HUB Offi ce, wishing you the very best in the New Year! 8 HRC MLK, Jr. Commission: Back row, left to right: Warren Turner, Donnie Garris, Kenneth Freeman, Bennett McKoy Taylor, Jacquie Jeffers Front row, left to right: Shakeal Moore, Clarence Henderson (chairman), Anitra Bailey, Troy Kickler, Dumas A. Harshaw. Not pictured: Melissa Martin, David Prince, Larry Jones, Melissa Martin, Tony Mitchell, Vancine Sturdivant. January 2014 NC Human Relations Commission Wins HUD Grant The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced that the NC Human Relations Commission was one of eight Fair Housing Assistance Programs (FHAPs) in HUD’s Southeast Region (comprised of 10 states) to receive a FHAP Partnership Initiative grant. HUD awarded $142,752 to NCHRC for its successful proposal, “Partnering to Develop a Comprehensive Fair Housing Outreach, Education and Investigative Program.” The award of these funds will enable NCHRC to develop statewide partnerships to conduct training, reach NC residents and disseminate information about fair housing issues. In collaboration with DOA’s Offi ce of Communication, NCHRC will develop fair housing brochures (English, Spanish and an Indian version) and an updated exhibit booth. NCHRC will partner with the Commission on Indian Affairs to participate in events, including the NC Unity Conference and the National Indian Heritage Celebration. Other partners include: NC Cooperative Extension; City of Asheville; and the Fayetteville/Cumberland County Human Relations Commission. Human Relations Commission The Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission announced in December that it completed the review of FY 2014 grant applications and is awarding a total of $7,000. Four organizations were selected out of nine applications received by the Commission. The selected organizations are: Fayetteville/ Cumberland County Ministerial Council, Fayetteville, for $2,500; Thomas Mentor Leadership Academy, Durham, for $2,000; NC Museum of History Foundation, Raleigh, for $ 1,500; and Young Women of Promise, Kinston, for $1,000. All of the applicants’ proposed projects addressed the “Content of Character” theme of this year’s grant program. These grant funds will be used for education outreach activities that target children under the age of 14, to instill Dr. King’s “content of character” philosophy that he espoused in his famous “I Have a Dream” speech delivered at the Lincoln Memorial in August 1963. The Commission will recognize the four successful applicants during its next meeting which is planned to coincide with the annual events surrounding Dr. King’s birthday celebration. The successful applicants are invited to participate in the Commission’s “Let Freedom Ring” Bell Ringing ceremony in Raleigh’s Bicentennial Plaza and the State Employees Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Program/John R. Larkins Award Ceremony held at First Baptist Church in Raleigh. Both of these events will be held on the morning of Friday, January 17, 2014. The MLK, Jr. Commission was established to promote awareness, appreciation and observance of Dr. King’s legacy and is contained within the Department of Administration’s Human Relations Commission (HRC). HRC’s mission is to advocate, enforce and promote equality of opportunity in the areas of housing, fair employment practices, public accommodations, education, justice and governmental services. 9 Bob Zenkel showed his school spirit by wearing a knit cap in the form of the UNC Tarheels’ mascot Rameses. Management Information Systems January 2014 Mail Service Center Sterling McKee retired on Dec 31st after 30 years of service. He was the the Courier Supervisor in Statesville, NC. He was presented with his retirement certificate and service award by Felix DeSantis on December 12th at MSC in Raleigh prior to his retirement lunch. Best wishes Sterling! Mark Carter, Statesville Courier Driver, retired at the end of December after 30 years of service. Thank you Mark! Jessica Sammons was hired in December to work as DNPE’s new Education Program Specialist. Non-Public Education Welcome Jessica Sammons Mrs. Jessica Sammons joined the Department of Non- Public Education in December as its new Education Program Specialist. Ms. Sammons is a graduate of Campbell University where she earned a B.A. in Political Science and a Juris Doctor from the Campbell University School of Law. She will be conducting homeschool record reviews, meeting with homeschool administrators and parents, and ensuring homeschools’ compliance with State law. Mrs. Sammons is originally from Albemarle, NC, and enjoys traveling with her husband to the NC Mountains. She is looking forward to meeting homeschool parents and getting a fi rst-hand perspective on education law and policy in North Carolina. Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Sammons to team DOA! 10 January 2014 James Brown Fiscal Management Dec. 2, 13 Daphne Pinto Council for Women Dec. 2, 13 Bill Buchanan Motor Fleet Dec. 2, 13 Allen Reagan Facility Management Dec. 2, 13 Lisa Lawton Council for Women Dec. 2, 13 Ralph Taylor State Construction Dec. 9, 13 Pattie Bowers Purchase and Contract Dec. 16, 13 Jessica Sammons Non-Public Education Dec. 20, 13 Lora Salib State Construction Jan. 1, 14 Ronnie Cox Veterans Affairs Jan. 1, 14 Mark Carter Mail Service Center Jan. 1, 14 Sterling McKee Mail Service Center Jan. 1, 14 Mike Brendle Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Dewey Bennett Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Teresa Chaney Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Karl Sanders Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Carolyn Smith Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Glenn Tilghman Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Jim Westbrook Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 New Hires Retirements NEW HIRES & RETIRES Veterans Affairs Veterans Honored with Party at VA Medical Center – from Fayetteville Observer The veterans who live at Fayetteville’s VA Medical Center were celebrated Saturday as part of an annual holiday event. Dozens of veterans and others crowded into an activity center in the hospital for an event that featured scriptures, speeches and music. “We are surrounded by greatness,” said Shirley Robinson, who welcomed the veterans. “We’re going to love on you. We’re going to sing. We’re going to have a wonderful time.” The event, in its fi fth year, was sponsored by MJ Soffe, Pizza Hut and others. Veterans of World War II, Korea, Vietnam and other confl icts - representing the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps - attended the event. All veterans living in the hospital received a gift bag, jacket, hat and other gifts. Ilario Pantano, a Marine Corps veteran and director of the state Division of Veterans Affairs, said the nation had a bad habit of forgetting its veterans. Pantano, who earlier in the day attended an event with wounded warriors at Camp Lejeune, urged the veterans to tell their stories whenever possible. He also asked volunteers to pass those stories on to their own families. “We forget as a culture,” Pantano said. “We forget all the sacrifi ces you have made.” Early in the event, Joe Cimaglio, an offi cial from MJ Soffe, read a letter from Gov. Pat McCrory. The governor thanked those in attendance, especially the veterans. “North Carolina is proud to be home to veterans from WWII through Operation Enduring Freedom,” McCrory wrote. “Your courage and commitment to protecting the freedoms we hold dear is what makes our nation great. Thank you for your service and from my family to yours, Happy Holidays!” Pantano had a similar message. “It’s so worth it to celebrate all you men like this,” he said. “We love you and your country loves you.” The DOA Insurance Committee has been working to evaluate existing NON-NCFLEX supplemental insurance plans and to learn what new plans may benefi t our employees the most. One of the best ways to determine what you may be interested in is to go straight to the source and ask you. With that said, below you will fi nd a couple of survey questions that will help us determine what additional areas of supplemental insurance will best serve your needs besides the current State Health Plan and those that are offered through NC Flex. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and let us know what you want! You can fi nd the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/72QYC2Y 1. Please select the NON-NCFLEX supplemental policy that the Department of Administration should offer... 2. We welcome any information you would like to share that might help guide our selection process of supplemental insurance products... DOA Insurance Committee 11 Receive daily updates by following us on Facebook and Twitter! January 2014 Division News Contact List Commission of Indian Affairs Ruth.Maitz@doa.nc.gov Council for Women Tara.Minter@doa.nc.gov Division of Facility Management Greg.Gittins@doa.nc.gov Division of Non-Public Education Kristy.Daughtry@doa.nc.gov Division of Purchase & Contract Tina.Kelly@doa.nc.gov Division of Surplus Property Angela.Jervis@doa.nc.gov Office of Fiscal Management Carolyn.Chilton@doa.nc.gov Office for Historically Underutilized Businesses Pat.Jones@doa.nc.gov Human Relations Commission Emily.Williams@doa.nc.gov Human Resources Susan.Pait@doa.nc.gov Justice for Sterilization Victims Foundation June.W.Michaux@doa.nc.gov License to Give Trust Fund Commission Vanda.Wilson-Wormack@doa.nc.gov Mail Service Center Barbara.Hopkins@doa.nc.gov Management Information Systems Robert.Zenkel@doa.nc.gov Motor Fleet Management Tasheba.Dukes@doa.nc.gov Secretary’s Offi ce Sheree.Pratt@doa.nc.gov State Construction Offi ce Alicia.Lopez@doa.nc.gov State Property Offi ce Teresa.Matthews@doa.nc.gov State Parking Systems Catherine.Reeve@doa.nc.gov Veterans Affairs Angela.Heilig@doa.nc.gov Youth Advocacy and Involvement Offi ce Elaine.Pischke@doa.nc.gov The AdminInsider is an online publication of the N.C. Department of Administration. Please print and post a copy for employees who do not have internet access. Governor Pat McCrory, State of North Carolina Secretary Bill Daughtridge, Jr., N.C. Department of Administration Dee Jones, Chief Operating Offi cer Chris Mears, Public Information Offi cer Jayce Williams, DOA Graphic Artist Do you have good news you’d like to share with DOA colleagues? Please submit items to your Division Coordinator listed below. Legislative Cafeteria Menu: http://www.ncleg.net/gascripts/news/cafeteriamenu.pl
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Full Text | Secretary Bill Daughtridge, Jr. 2. Spotlight: A Season of Giving! Greetings, Thank you for all of your hard work over the past 12 months. Each new year is an opportunity for success and for DOA, it is an opportunity to build on the accomplishments of 2013. DOA is a diverse and dynamic department that the Governor views as essential to carrying out each facet of his mission for State government: increased effi ciency, improving education and growing the economy. We all own a piece of this mission and should work daily to accomplish it in 2014. Our individual efforts lend themselves to our divisions’ successes, and these successes will become accomplishments for DOA and ultimately a beacon of light for the state of North Carolina as a whole. What piece of our mission do you own? In what ways can you guarantee your division’s success? These are questions that should be answered as we begin to work in the new year. I have full confi dence in your abilities and great expectations for the coming year. Thank you again for all you have done and continue to do for DOA. I hope you join me in my enthusiasm for what we can accomplish in 2014! Sincerely, Bill Daughtridge From the Secretary’s Desk January 2014 (Contents) 6 Facility Management makes Christmas special for North Carolina 3 DOA Welcomes New Leadership 4 Your Division News Highlights 8 Martin Luther King, Jr. Comission 2 Receive daily updates by following us on Facebook and Twitter! Harriett Southerland of Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office stands with items collected for the troops. January 2014 Division Spotlight: A Season of Giving! Far away from hollow plastic reindeer and overfl owing shopping carts, DOA employees embodied the classical defi nition of charity as love for their fellow man. Mostly without notice, our fellow employees performed acts of charity that changed people’s lives, met their needs and reaffi rmed that all of humanity has value. We truly have angels among us and as we move beyond the traditional season of giving, these anonymous acts should be recognized for their value and symbolism that life is more than what the material world has to offer, which is far too often, simply the next new shiny new thing that is just beyond our reach. In 2013, a multi-generational Christmas tradition was continued, planned across two states and executed inconspicuously by an anonymous employee right here in DOA. Siblings from the eastern part of our State that have since migrated across NC and into SC, coordinate a special Christmas meal for individuals who need an extra blessing during the Christmas season. It was started by the matriarch of their family in the 1970s and has been carried-forward by her six children ever since. When asked what motivates these siblings to continue this tradition of giving it is simply one word: love. “We don’t view this as big thing,” said one of the siblings. “This is something that honors God and something we all should do.” But for the individuals receiving this act of love, it is a big thing indeed. A separate act of love went to one Johnston County grandmother raising eight of her 25 grandchildren, ages 1 – 14. She has devoted her life to providing for the children in her care and was chosen by Teresa Matthews and Pam Strickland in the State Property Offi ce to be the recipient of an Angel Tree donation drive. An Angel Tree donation drive had been held before in the State Property Division, and this idea just seemed to click when Mrs. Strickland contemplated how to bless this grandmother whom she met through a church outing. The way this type of donation drive works is after a Christmas tree is assembled, it is decorated with paper angels. Each paper angel represents a specifi c child with the child’s Christmas wish written on its reverse side. This method of giving allows for each child in the grandmother’s care to receive a special Christmas gift. Because she has many children in need, the Angel Tree was an especially good way to match each child with a giver. Emails were sent and this donation opportunity spread throughout DOA by word of mouth as DOA employees were eager to choose an angel and supply a gift. All of the angels were chosen and the children were provided for, but there was one person who was left without a blessing. When asked what she wanted for Christmas, the grandmother answered that she would like a new vacuum cleaner to be better able to care for her grandchildren. This opportunity to bless someone who had already given so much would not go unmet. Upon receiving her new vacuum, the grandmother was moved to tears with the idea that someone would give of themselves to bless her this Christmas season. “Bless the Lord, bless the Lord,” she said as words of thanksgiving upon receiving the donations. This theme of meeting others’ needs and embodying the Christmas spirit of giving is a common thread between these acts of love here in DOA. The Youth Advocacy and Involvement Offi ce (YAIO) conducted its own donation drive by harnessing the energy and enthusiasm of their Youth Legislative leadership team and the NC SADD youth conference. Together, YAIO staff and their youth helped fi ght hunger in North Carolina and helped meet the needs of our armed forces personnel serving overseas. Beginning in mid-November, Harriett Southerland and the YAIO staff organized a food drive and troop supply Season of Giving continued on page 3 3 Director Bill Bachanan Director Patti Bowers January 2014 Motor Fleet Welcomes Bill Bachanan Purchase and Contract Welcomes Patti Bowers drive. They set up drop-off bins, posted fl iers near elevators in the Administration Building and advertised through email and newsletters. Moreover, by promoting the charity drives at the NC SADD conference, she found a way for youth to engage in an act of giving and exponentially increase the amount of food donated to our communities. The result was over 300 cans of food delivered to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC, and enough supplies for approximately 50 service men and women stationed overseas. The troop supplies will be delivered to troops through the USO in Fayetteville. “This is our fi rst year holding a food and troop supply drive,” said Ms. Southerland. “I got this idea because food stamps and unemployment benefi ts were getting delayed and the food pantry was running out of food.” Ms. Southerland recalled one report that said the food banks were dispensing a week’s worth of food and asking that recipients try to make it last for an entire month. But through the YAIO donation drive, the Food Bank pantry was a little heartier and our overseas troops were a little better supplied. Like me, I hope you take pride in DOA’s employees who took the initiative to organize charity drives and bless those in need. These acts remind me of what is most important in life – people and relationships. We all are busy and must balance time allotted to work and to our personal lives. As you contemplate 2014, let me encourage you to join our DOA angels in making a renewed commitment to spend time where it matters most. That one day when we refl ect back on our lives, we will not refl ect on a list of opportunities we missed to invest in people. Instead with great satisfaction, we will refl ect on having carried forward the tradition of charity found here at DOA. Together we can help change people’s lives, meet their needs and reaffi rm that all of humanity has value. DOA is pleased to announce that Mrs. Patti Bowers has joined the Division of Purchase and Contract as its Director and State Purchasing Offi cer in December. Mrs. Bowers brings 22 years of purchasing experience, including her work as DOA’s Project Manager for the Procurement Transformation, plus nine years of experience in customer service. Most recently, Mrs. Bowers served as the Director of Purchasing for the Department of Transportation. She also served as the Chief IT Procurement Offi cer where she provided leadership and oversight of the Statewide IT Procurement Offi ce for over 10 years. Mrs. Bowers attended East Carolina University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management. Mrs. Bowers is originally from Maryland but calls North Carolina home. She has been married for almost 25 years and is the mother of two adult children, one a recent ECU graduate living in Wilmington and the other is currently a sophomore at ECU. When not at work she enjoys spending time in the Outer Banks or Atlantic Beach. Please give a warm DOA welcome to Mrs. Patti Bowers! Bill Buchanan joined DOA as the new Director of Motor Fleet Management in December. Mr. Buchanan joined our team with a wide range of professional experience including serving as an Assistant Commissioner with the Division of Motor Vehicles and as a Chief Magistrate Judge in Wayne County. Before that, he owned and operated several franchise automobile dealerships in NC and SC and served in the US Army. He holds a BS degree in Business from Middle Tennessee State University with minors in Economics and English. Mr. Buchanan calls Goldsboro home. He has one son, an attorney, and enjoys hosting foreign exchange students and missions work. Please extend a warm welcome to Bill Buchanan! Season of Giving continued from page 2 4 Council for Women Kathleen Balogh presented the Status on Women in NC at the Champions of Education Breakfast recently. January 2014 Service Operations Divisions Based on a request from the Division of Safety, Workers’ Compensation and Wellness of the Offi ce of State Human Resources, the Safety Shoe allowance for state employees is being adjusted. Effective January 1, 2014, the safety shoe allowance for state employees will increase to $100 from $80 per year. It is the intent of this adjustment to ensure that state employees are provided ample opportunity to purchase the proper and necessary safety shoes required by the job for adequate foot protection. The Offi ce of State Budget and Management and Offi ce of State Human Resources will review the safety shoe reimbursement practice and make adjustment to refl ect costs to state employees. If you have questions, please contact your Budget Analyst at (919) 807-4700. YOUR DIVISION NEWS Commission of Indian Affairs Native American Council Meeting The NC Commission of Indian Affairs met with other members of the Native American Employment and Training Council at the US Department of Labor headquarters on Dec. 11 and 12. They discussed ways to promote and boost employment opportunities for Native American workers. The council consists of representatives of Indian tribes, tribal organizations, Alaskan Native entities and Indian-controlled organizations serving Indians or Native Hawaiians. According to its mission, the council advises the Secretary of Labor on operating and administering Section 166 of the Workforce Investment Act. This Act helps Indian and Native American workers improve their skills through workforce training programs to achieve their academic and occupation goals. On Dec 11, council members met with Eric Seleznow, acting assistant secretary for employment and training, and Jeremy Bishop with the Offi ce of Public Engagement, to discuss the work of the council, including the development of a white paper. (Right) Elk Richardson addresses the Native American Employment and Training Council Council for Women continued on page 5 5 State Supreme Court Justice Paul Newby swore-in new members of the Council for Women’s Domestic Violence Commission. From left to right: Kate Stahlman, Phil Kline (Chairman), Pearl Burris-Floyd, Dana Mangum, Alisa Huffman (Designee of the Governor’s Crime Commission), Pamela Thompson, Gale McKoy Wilkins (Council’s Executive Director), Michael Silver, and Justice Paul Newby. (Below and right) Gale Wilkins, Director for Council for Women, graduated from NCSU’s graduate Family Life Coach certificate program in Family Life and Parenting Education. January 2014 Fiscal Corner Please use the most updated Fiscal forms and contracts located on the NCDOA Intranet Portal. Budget revisions to clear negative balances are due to Fiscal no later than Tuesday, January 7th. Budget Offi cers will be contacting each Division Director to schedule mid-year budget review meetings for late January. James Brown has accepted the Purchasing II position for the Office of Fiscal Management effective December 1, 2013. James joined the purchasing offi ce on September 9, 2013 as a temporary employee with over 20 years of purchasing experience. James, welcome to the team! Amy Ferrell accepted the Cash Management Accountant position in the Office of Fiscal Management. Amy’s fi rst day will be Monday, January 6, 2013. Amy has worked for NC DOT for the last four years where she worked on automation projects for departmental effi ciency, cash management, and collections. Amy, we look forward to working with you! Council for Women continued from page 4 6 (Left) Many attended the Facility Management Holiday Reception and fellowshiped with co-workers. (Below) Ricky Edwards (right) stands with Director Tony Jordan as he receives his service award for 25 years. January 2014 Facility Management Division The Facility Management Division (FMD) is busy all year long, but they have special duties during the Christmas season. FMD staff provide a total of eight Christmas trees for the State government complex, decorations and lights, plus ornamental greenery and staging for Christmas events. Landscaping personnel Gerald Adams and Ricky Terry drive to western NC to pick-up the eight trees from Peak Farms. Seven of the trees were installed in the Governor’s Residence and the eighth and largest tree was placed by crane outside of the Capitol Building facing Fayetteville Street. In addition to installation, FMD also assists with decorations and lighting. The Residence’s trees were decorated in a Dogwood Tree fl oral design representing the NC State fl ower, and FMD’s electrical shop installed the lighting on the Capitol tree. Thank you FMD for making the State Capitol Complex beautiful for Christmas 2013! 7 Receive daily updates by following us on Facebook and Twitter! Director Dennis English takes a selfie on Christmas Day, with his nephew Aiden. “I like spending time with my uncle Dennis because he always challenges me to THINK BIG even when I’m taking pictures.” January 2014 Human Resources Division Upcoming Training (Held in HRM Training Room) Equal Employment Opportunity Institute (Level 1): January 8: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. January 9: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Performance Management for Supervisors: January 14: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Coaching Skills for Managers and Supervisors: January 23: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some Assembly Required! Recruiting and Hiring a Strong Workforce: January 30: 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. If there are supervisors in need of any of these courses (fi rst time or a refresher) please sign-up through the NC Learning Center in your BEACON ESS portal. Our in-house courses are listed in the catalog and end with the acronym “DOA.” Work Plan Interim Reviews for Performance Management Cycle #26: We are now in mid-cycle for the DOA Performance Management System Cycle #26. Employee-supervisor Interim Review meetings should be conducted by January 15, 2014. Historically Underutilized Businesses Holiday gathering in the HUB Offi ce, wishing you the very best in the New Year! 8 HRC MLK, Jr. Commission: Back row, left to right: Warren Turner, Donnie Garris, Kenneth Freeman, Bennett McKoy Taylor, Jacquie Jeffers Front row, left to right: Shakeal Moore, Clarence Henderson (chairman), Anitra Bailey, Troy Kickler, Dumas A. Harshaw. Not pictured: Melissa Martin, David Prince, Larry Jones, Melissa Martin, Tony Mitchell, Vancine Sturdivant. January 2014 NC Human Relations Commission Wins HUD Grant The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced that the NC Human Relations Commission was one of eight Fair Housing Assistance Programs (FHAPs) in HUD’s Southeast Region (comprised of 10 states) to receive a FHAP Partnership Initiative grant. HUD awarded $142,752 to NCHRC for its successful proposal, “Partnering to Develop a Comprehensive Fair Housing Outreach, Education and Investigative Program.” The award of these funds will enable NCHRC to develop statewide partnerships to conduct training, reach NC residents and disseminate information about fair housing issues. In collaboration with DOA’s Offi ce of Communication, NCHRC will develop fair housing brochures (English, Spanish and an Indian version) and an updated exhibit booth. NCHRC will partner with the Commission on Indian Affairs to participate in events, including the NC Unity Conference and the National Indian Heritage Celebration. Other partners include: NC Cooperative Extension; City of Asheville; and the Fayetteville/Cumberland County Human Relations Commission. Human Relations Commission The Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission announced in December that it completed the review of FY 2014 grant applications and is awarding a total of $7,000. Four organizations were selected out of nine applications received by the Commission. The selected organizations are: Fayetteville/ Cumberland County Ministerial Council, Fayetteville, for $2,500; Thomas Mentor Leadership Academy, Durham, for $2,000; NC Museum of History Foundation, Raleigh, for $ 1,500; and Young Women of Promise, Kinston, for $1,000. All of the applicants’ proposed projects addressed the “Content of Character” theme of this year’s grant program. These grant funds will be used for education outreach activities that target children under the age of 14, to instill Dr. King’s “content of character” philosophy that he espoused in his famous “I Have a Dream” speech delivered at the Lincoln Memorial in August 1963. The Commission will recognize the four successful applicants during its next meeting which is planned to coincide with the annual events surrounding Dr. King’s birthday celebration. The successful applicants are invited to participate in the Commission’s “Let Freedom Ring” Bell Ringing ceremony in Raleigh’s Bicentennial Plaza and the State Employees Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Program/John R. Larkins Award Ceremony held at First Baptist Church in Raleigh. Both of these events will be held on the morning of Friday, January 17, 2014. The MLK, Jr. Commission was established to promote awareness, appreciation and observance of Dr. King’s legacy and is contained within the Department of Administration’s Human Relations Commission (HRC). HRC’s mission is to advocate, enforce and promote equality of opportunity in the areas of housing, fair employment practices, public accommodations, education, justice and governmental services. 9 Bob Zenkel showed his school spirit by wearing a knit cap in the form of the UNC Tarheels’ mascot Rameses. Management Information Systems January 2014 Mail Service Center Sterling McKee retired on Dec 31st after 30 years of service. He was the the Courier Supervisor in Statesville, NC. He was presented with his retirement certificate and service award by Felix DeSantis on December 12th at MSC in Raleigh prior to his retirement lunch. Best wishes Sterling! Mark Carter, Statesville Courier Driver, retired at the end of December after 30 years of service. Thank you Mark! Jessica Sammons was hired in December to work as DNPE’s new Education Program Specialist. Non-Public Education Welcome Jessica Sammons Mrs. Jessica Sammons joined the Department of Non- Public Education in December as its new Education Program Specialist. Ms. Sammons is a graduate of Campbell University where she earned a B.A. in Political Science and a Juris Doctor from the Campbell University School of Law. She will be conducting homeschool record reviews, meeting with homeschool administrators and parents, and ensuring homeschools’ compliance with State law. Mrs. Sammons is originally from Albemarle, NC, and enjoys traveling with her husband to the NC Mountains. She is looking forward to meeting homeschool parents and getting a fi rst-hand perspective on education law and policy in North Carolina. Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Sammons to team DOA! 10 January 2014 James Brown Fiscal Management Dec. 2, 13 Daphne Pinto Council for Women Dec. 2, 13 Bill Buchanan Motor Fleet Dec. 2, 13 Allen Reagan Facility Management Dec. 2, 13 Lisa Lawton Council for Women Dec. 2, 13 Ralph Taylor State Construction Dec. 9, 13 Pattie Bowers Purchase and Contract Dec. 16, 13 Jessica Sammons Non-Public Education Dec. 20, 13 Lora Salib State Construction Jan. 1, 14 Ronnie Cox Veterans Affairs Jan. 1, 14 Mark Carter Mail Service Center Jan. 1, 14 Sterling McKee Mail Service Center Jan. 1, 14 Mike Brendle Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Dewey Bennett Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Teresa Chaney Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Karl Sanders Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Carolyn Smith Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Glenn Tilghman Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 Jim Westbrook Purchase and Contract Jan. 1, 14 New Hires Retirements NEW HIRES & RETIRES Veterans Affairs Veterans Honored with Party at VA Medical Center – from Fayetteville Observer The veterans who live at Fayetteville’s VA Medical Center were celebrated Saturday as part of an annual holiday event. Dozens of veterans and others crowded into an activity center in the hospital for an event that featured scriptures, speeches and music. “We are surrounded by greatness,” said Shirley Robinson, who welcomed the veterans. “We’re going to love on you. We’re going to sing. We’re going to have a wonderful time.” The event, in its fi fth year, was sponsored by MJ Soffe, Pizza Hut and others. Veterans of World War II, Korea, Vietnam and other confl icts - representing the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps - attended the event. All veterans living in the hospital received a gift bag, jacket, hat and other gifts. Ilario Pantano, a Marine Corps veteran and director of the state Division of Veterans Affairs, said the nation had a bad habit of forgetting its veterans. Pantano, who earlier in the day attended an event with wounded warriors at Camp Lejeune, urged the veterans to tell their stories whenever possible. He also asked volunteers to pass those stories on to their own families. “We forget as a culture,” Pantano said. “We forget all the sacrifi ces you have made.” Early in the event, Joe Cimaglio, an offi cial from MJ Soffe, read a letter from Gov. Pat McCrory. The governor thanked those in attendance, especially the veterans. “North Carolina is proud to be home to veterans from WWII through Operation Enduring Freedom,” McCrory wrote. “Your courage and commitment to protecting the freedoms we hold dear is what makes our nation great. Thank you for your service and from my family to yours, Happy Holidays!” Pantano had a similar message. “It’s so worth it to celebrate all you men like this,” he said. “We love you and your country loves you.” The DOA Insurance Committee has been working to evaluate existing NON-NCFLEX supplemental insurance plans and to learn what new plans may benefi t our employees the most. One of the best ways to determine what you may be interested in is to go straight to the source and ask you. With that said, below you will fi nd a couple of survey questions that will help us determine what additional areas of supplemental insurance will best serve your needs besides the current State Health Plan and those that are offered through NC Flex. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and let us know what you want! You can fi nd the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/72QYC2Y 1. Please select the NON-NCFLEX supplemental policy that the Department of Administration should offer... 2. We welcome any information you would like to share that might help guide our selection process of supplemental insurance products... DOA Insurance Committee 11 Receive daily updates by following us on Facebook and Twitter! January 2014 Division News Contact List Commission of Indian Affairs Ruth.Maitz@doa.nc.gov Council for Women Tara.Minter@doa.nc.gov Division of Facility Management Greg.Gittins@doa.nc.gov Division of Non-Public Education Kristy.Daughtry@doa.nc.gov Division of Purchase & Contract Tina.Kelly@doa.nc.gov Division of Surplus Property Angela.Jervis@doa.nc.gov Office of Fiscal Management Carolyn.Chilton@doa.nc.gov Office for Historically Underutilized Businesses Pat.Jones@doa.nc.gov Human Relations Commission Emily.Williams@doa.nc.gov Human Resources Susan.Pait@doa.nc.gov Justice for Sterilization Victims Foundation June.W.Michaux@doa.nc.gov License to Give Trust Fund Commission Vanda.Wilson-Wormack@doa.nc.gov Mail Service Center Barbara.Hopkins@doa.nc.gov Management Information Systems Robert.Zenkel@doa.nc.gov Motor Fleet Management Tasheba.Dukes@doa.nc.gov Secretary’s Offi ce Sheree.Pratt@doa.nc.gov State Construction Offi ce Alicia.Lopez@doa.nc.gov State Property Offi ce Teresa.Matthews@doa.nc.gov State Parking Systems Catherine.Reeve@doa.nc.gov Veterans Affairs Angela.Heilig@doa.nc.gov Youth Advocacy and Involvement Offi ce Elaine.Pischke@doa.nc.gov The AdminInsider is an online publication of the N.C. Department of Administration. Please print and post a copy for employees who do not have internet access. Governor Pat McCrory, State of North Carolina Secretary Bill Daughtridge, Jr., N.C. Department of Administration Dee Jones, Chief Operating Offi cer Chris Mears, Public Information Offi cer Jayce Williams, DOA Graphic Artist Do you have good news you’d like to share with DOA colleagues? Please submit items to your Division Coordinator listed below. Legislative Cafeteria Menu: http://www.ncleg.net/gascripts/news/cafeteriamenu.pl |
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