Issue: 189 Thursday, May 16, 2024
External E-Newsletter
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Greetings Clayton connected community!
The Clayton connected External E-Newsletter is a communications platform to engage, to educate, and to empower citizens to learn more about the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, and to share important information about Clayton County government. The Clayton County Board of Commissioners Office of Communications oversees county-wide communications and promotes approved county-wide events, activities, announcements, highlights, initiatives, and programs. The Clayton connected External E-Newsletter is distributed on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
For more information about Clayton County Government, access www.claytoncountyga.gov.
#Claytonconnected
Valerie L. Fuller,
Communications Administrator
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#Claytonconnected Employee Campaign Fosters
Recruitment & Retention Efforts
Clayton County employee Rhonda Johnson from Human Resources shares why she chose to work in Clayton County and how she is #Claytonconnected
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Congratulations Youth Commissioners
Congratulations to the Clayton County Youth Commissioners for winning State in the Secretary of State's Student Ambassador's Program! #Claytonconnected
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SPLOST UPDATES
See this month's progress of Clayton County's Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax projects below. For more information, visit www.claytonsplost.com. #ProgressforPennies #Claytonconnected
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Clayton County Government Hiring Motivated, Energetic People!
Click on the link below to access the video.
| Our best shot to fight COVID-19 to #VaccinateClayton! For more information about Vaccinate Clayton, access https://vaccinateclayton.claytoncountyga.gov/ #VaccinateClayton #Claytonconnected |  | |
CDC Updates Respiratory Virus Recommendations
The recommendations suggest returning to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, symptoms are improving overall, and if a fever was present, it has been gone without use of a fever-reducing medication.
Once people resume normal activities, they are encouraged to take additional prevention strategies for the next 5 days to curb disease spread, such as taking more steps for cleaner air, enhancing hygiene practices, wearing a well-fitting mask, keeping a distance from others, and/or getting tested for respiratory viruses. Enhanced precautions are especially important to protect those most at risk for severe illness, including those over 65 and people with weakened immune systems. CDC’s updated guidance reflects how the circumstances around COVID-19 in particular have changed. While it remains a threat, today it is far less likely to cause severe illness because of widespread immunity and improved tools to prevent and treat the disease. Importantly, states and countries that have already adjusted recommended isolation times have not seen increased hospitalizations or deaths related to COVID-19.
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Clayton County Parks and Recreation is now hiring lifeguards, starting at $15.49 per hour. Click here to see all the benefits you can receive as a lifeguard! To apply, visit http://tinyurl.com/2rptwss7. For more information, contact Deandre.Burton@claytoncountyga.gov or call 678-614-7256. #Claytonconnected |
Retired Army Colonel Angela M. Odom | |
Ms. Angela Odom is the founder of The Better U Project brand and the host of the Better U Leadership podcast. She is the author of “Bronco Strong: A Memoir of the Last Deployed Personnel Services Battalion” and “Golom’s Magical Gamers”. She is also a contributing author of “Camouflaged Sisters, Leadership Through the Eyes of Senior Military Women Leaders”.
Education
Ms. Odom earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern Mississippi, a Master of Science degree from Central Michigan University, and a Master of Strategic Studies degree from the United States Army War College.
Military Service
Ms. Odom began her military career as a private in the U.S. Army Reserves from December 1984 to August 1985. She began serving on active duty as a Commissioned Officer with theU.S. Army in February 1989. Ms. Odom deployed to Saudi Arabia in support of Operations Desert Shield and Storm with XVIII Airborne Corps. She deployed to Qatar in support ofOperation Iraqi Freedom with the U.S. Central Command. She served as a battalion commander with the 1st Calvary Division in Baghdad, Iraq from October 2006 to January 2008. She retired after 27 years of honorable service in 2015.
Memberships and Other Affiliations
Military: Life Member of the following; US Army War College Foundation(2013), Disabled American Veterans(2015), Adjutant General’s Corps Regimental Association (2016).
Awards and Recognitions
Ms. Odom earned numerous awards and decorations to include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (7th Award), Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, National Defense
Service Medal(2nd Award), Southwest Asia Service Medal with Two Bronze Service Stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Humanitarian Service Medal(2nd Award), and theParachutist Badge. Recently, Ms. Odom received the Pota E. Coston “Social Action” Trailblazer Award and Pinnacle Leadership Award.
Thank you for your service!
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The Clayton County Board of Commissioners extend wishes of health and safety to our employees, and hope that all is well with you and your family.
To ensure that we stay in touch with you, Clayton County has developed a communication platform for our employees. On the platform, you will find valuable, key information to keep you connected.
Login to the Employee Self Service (ESS) to access the envisio dashboard for important employee news. You can also review and update your personal information once you login to the Employee Self Service. If you need assistance, contact Human Resources Trainer/Researcher Ryan Shaw at 770-473-5787.
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Civil Service Rules Change
Resolution 2020-151 amended Civil Service Rules 5.407 and 5.411. Rule 5.407 governs annual leave accumulation limits, and Rule 5.411 governs the payment of accrued unused annual leave at the time an employee exits the County. Please be advised that the accumulation limits have increased from 256 hours to 356 for general employees, and 576 for fire shift personnel. This change is beneficial to employees, and basically increases the amount of annual leave payout.
The change in the accumulation limits does not impact your accrual rate. All covered employees earn annual and sick leave at the rate of 4 hours per pay period. The effective date of Resolution 2020-151 is August 4, 2020.
If you have any questions, please contact your supervisor, or call Human Resources.
| The Pinning Ceremony recognizes employees who have made milestones in their careers working in Clayton County. These recipients have been a part of the Clayton County family for 5, 10, 15, 20, or 25+ years. Thank you all for your dedication to the Clayton County community and family. You are appreciated. #Claytonconnected |
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Department Heads and staff should review the brand video and requirements for the new brand logo, tagline and marketing slogan, which was approved for all BOC departments effective July 7, 2020. The official logo, lettering and colors should not be changed and should never appear distorted when printed, embroidered, posted, or electronically shared.
It is important to make all vendors and partners aware of the official brand guide and official color pallette with the correct numbers when creating flyers, promotional, uniforms, swag, etc. for your department using the full color, black, or white version of the logo. White background of solid colors that are not in the logo are recommended that convey all details clearly of the logo (no fade, no lines, no circles, no gradients etc. that would change the logo.) Otherwise, use the black logo or white logo or gray scale only to achieve the full effect of the logo without distorting it.
If you have questions, contact the Office of Communications/Print Services at printshop@claytoncountyga.gov, (770) 477-3562. for immediate assistance before you print or order.
Tagline: Clayton connected
Marketing Slogan: Where the World Lands and Opportunities Take Off
Access the Department logos at : https://buzz/claytoncountyga.gov.
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The Clayton County Board of Commissioners Office of Communications & Print Services is available to assist you with marketing your events and programs.
To submit a request, please use the official request forms. Both are accessible through the Clayton County website and The Buzz. Below are the links to both request forms. Please be advised that form submission does not guarantee coverage or confirmation; a member of the team will reach out to confirm the request and if additional information is needed. These forms allow you to list all the details for every request and allows the team to receive, review, develop, track and close the requests. Thank you for your support and compliance with following the process.
Communications Request (Marketing) - https://claytoncountyforms.claytoncountyga.gov/office-of-communications-request-form/
Design/Print - https://claytoncountyforms.claytoncountyga.gov/print-shop-request-form/
We look forward to working with you on promoting Clayton County as a great place to live and play!
Thank you,
Office of Communications & Print Services
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BE INTENTIONAL
What does it mean to be intentional? It means working with a purpose – making every action count. It’s about focusing on doing the right things, moment to moment, day to day, and then following through with them in a consistent way.
Successful individuals are intentional. They are not scattered or haphazard. They know what they’re doing and why they’re doing it. For a team to be successful, it needs intentional people who are able to remain focused and productive, people who make every action count.
How intentional are you? As you proceed through your day, do you have a plan and a purpose for everything you do? Do you know where you’re going and why you’re doing what you’re doing? Or are you simply drifting down the stream of life? If your teammates don’t detect a sense of intentionality in you, they won’t know what to expect from you, and they will be unlikely to count on you when it really counts.
--The 17 Essential Qualities of a Team Player
… John C. Maxwell
BE INTENTIONAL TODAY. MAKE EVERY ACTION COUNT.
Have a wonderful week.
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Chairman
Jeffery E. Turner
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Commissioner
Gail B. Hambrick
District 2
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Commissioner
Felicia Franklin
District 3
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Vice-Chair
DeMont Davis
District 4
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Clayton County Board of Commissioners
112 Smith Street
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Main Office: 770-477-3208
www.claytoncountyga.gov
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121 S. McDonough Street
Jonesboro, GA 30236
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