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Project Manager Acceptance

Approved Disapproved

Name Donald E. Cole Signature E-Mail Date 11/24/04

QA Acceptance – N/A

Approved Disapproved

Name Signature Date

Business Owner Acceptance

Approved Disapproved

Name Patrick Moore Signature E-Mail Approval Date November 30, 2004

Remarks:

See Attached Change Listing’See Attached Approval via e-mail

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-----Original Message-----From: Moore, Patrick [mailto:PMoore@gov.state.ga.us] Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2004 11:48 AMTo: Cole, DonaldSubject: RE: Change Request # 1 - Team Georgia Connection

This looks good. 

-----Original Message-----From: Cole, Donald [mailto:dcole@gta.ga.gov] Sent: Monday, November 29, 2004 12:36 PMTo: Wade, Tom; Burriss, Annie Hunt; Guthrie, Jerry; Hawkins, Joy; Hix, Shane; pjoyner@gta.ga.gov; Nichols, Steve; Moore, Patrick; Tiedemann, Gina; Keller, Erica; Kuenn, Jeff; Morgan, Beth; Overall, William; Sorensen, Jan; Spencer, JeremySubject: Change Request # 1 - Team Georgia Connection Patrick, Attached is Change Request # 1 to remove some items from the content delivery plan and add new items.  I updated this list following our meeting on Wednesday to reflect the requested changes.   I am also including an updated content delivery plan that shows all planned content as updated after Change Request # 1 so that you can easily see everything we are planning to include at this time in Release 1. You may give e-mail approval to this change request by replying to this e-mail with your statement of approval. Thanks, Donald E. Cole, Project ManagerTeam Georgia ConnectionDesk - 404-463-8160Mobile - 229-291-7114dcole@gta.ga.gov

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Benefits

Discount Programs

Employment Flexible Benefits Programhttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/employee/flexible.asp  

Here you will find current information on open enrollment options, contact information and claim forms.

Georgia State Employees' Workers' Compensation Programhttp://doas.georgia.gov/00/channel_title/0,2094,21917123_23162435,00.htmlThe Department of Administrative Services’ Workers’ Compensation Program protects all State of Georgia employees from financial loss due to lost work (lost wages), medical expenses and other costs associated with an injury sustained in the course of and arising out of employment with the State of Georgia.

Return to Workhttp://www2.state.ga.us/departments/doas/rtw/index.htmlThe Return-To-Work (RTW) Program is an innovative approach to assisting employees with occupational/non-occupational injuries/illnesses to return to full productivity.

State Charitable Contributionshttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/employee/sccp2000.aspFind out how you can participate in a statewide opportunity for employees to make financial contributions to help others.

Financial Teacher’s Credit Union – Link No Longer Active – Remove from Content Delivery Plan

Health Health Care Professionalshttp://www.medicalboard.state.ga.us/professionals.html Health care employees can get information about online renewals, licensure certification, continuing education, fee listings, applications, and physicians’ profiles.

Retirement Retirement Seminarshttp://www.ersga.org/seminars_workshops.htmAttend seminars about ERS benefits, deferred compensation, flexible benefits, and more.

Retirement Legislationhttp://www.ersga.org/legislation.htmSee if these updates from the latest session of the General Assembly affect any laws pertaining to retirement.

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Education and Training

Resources State Law Libraryhttp://gsll.home.mindspring.com/The State of Georgia Law Library is a division of the Department of Law and is under the supervision of the Attorney General as codified in O.C.G.A. § 50-11-2. Its mission is to provide access to legal information, governmental agencies, the legal community, citizens of Georgia, and all others interested in Georgia laws.

Digital Academyhttp://gta.georgia.gov/00/channel_modifieddate/0,2096,1070969_1209922,00.html The Georgia Digital Academy is a learning program bringing state agencies together to develop technical solutions to common business problems. Although the roles and responsibilities of agencies vary widely, they face many of the same challenges in using technology to meet their business needs. The academy provides an effective way to share knowledge and resources.

Developing Performance Management Planshttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/pmp/ In writing Performance Management Forms (PMFs), managers and supervisors in the state often cite the difficulty of developing good performance expectations and measures.

History of Georgiahttp://www.georgia.gov/00/article/0,2086,4802_15177279_15252413,00.html Read about the history of Georgia, from the founding of Savannah in 1733 to the commemorative celebrations of today.

New Georgia Encyclopediahttp://www.newgeorgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Home.jspThe New Georgia Encyclopedia provides an authoritative source of information about people, places, events, institutions, and many other topics relating to the state.

Training Opportunities Explore Education and Training Opportunities – Remove from Content Delivery Planhttp://www.dol.state.ga.us/wp/education_training.htmFind out about education and training programs in Georgia, as well as sources of financial assistance for them.

Training Opportunities for Law Enforcementhttp://www.state.ga.us/cjcc/events.html Brush up on topics such as 24-hour Domestic Violence Training, Community-Oriented Policing Institute law enforcement training, Georgia Network to End Sexual Assault eight-hour training.

E-Learning Seminarshttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/e-learn/Pages/Default.aspReceive training and development programs by way of the Internet with E-Learning.gms, a service of the Georgia Merit System.

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Employee Resources

Directories Pre-K Provider and Licensing Searchhttp://www.osr.state.ga.us/PrekASP/COUNTIES.ASP Search by zip code or county to find a pre-K provider in your area.

Georgia Register http://gta.georgia.gov/00/article/0,2086,1070969_1074421_11792220,00.htmlFind links to important Georgia government information.

Search Georgia Fire Departmentshttp://www.ganet.org/gfstc/search_firedept.htmlLocate fire departments by searching for the department name, chief, or city.

State Personnel Directoryhttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/agencyservices/StateDirectory.aspUse this directory as a reference for commonly requested State of Georgia Agency contacts.

Statewide Construction Manual http://gsfic.georgia.gov/00/channel_modifieddate/0,2096,11475664_11494855,00.htmlFind recommendations and guidelines, developed by people with years of experience in the design and construction of facilities, to assist state agencies, architects, engineers, general contractors, and specialty contractors in the successful completion of capital construction projects for the State of Georgia.

State ADA Agency Coordinatorshttp://www.ganet.org/gsfic/ada/coordinators.shtml You can find the contact information for each agency's ADA coordinator at this site.

For Supervisors State ADAhttp://www.ganet.org/gsfic/ada/index.shtmlGet comprehensive educational and technical support for State agencies so that those programs, services and activities operated by the State of Georgia are accessible and usable by everyone.

Job Descriptions and Salary Information with the State of Georgiahttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/jobdescriptions/jobsalaryinfo.aspSearch the Statewide Salary Plan for state job descriptions.

Liability Insurance Program http://doas.georgia.gov/00/channel_title/0,2094,21917123_23162429,00.htmlThe Liability Program protects state agencies and their employees from claims brought against them while performing their job duties.

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Performance Management Processhttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/agencyservices/forms.asp#pmfFind the proper PMF forms and a managers’ guide which provides information to managers and supervisors about key policies and procedures.

GMS Executive Vision Magazinehttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/agencyservices/execvision.aspKeep up with the latest news regarding human resource issues, trends and events that affect successful management of state agencies and the productivity, efficiency and workplace satisfaction of state employees.

Meeting Facilities Facilities Rental – Georgia Music Hall of Fame in Maconhttp://www.gamusichall.com/rentals.htmlNeed a unique location for your next function? The Georgia Music Hall of Fame is a proven crowd pleaser for meetings, workshops, seminars, receptions, parties, dances, dinners, and special celebrations. This contemporary facility is available during and after regular business hours with ample free parking and a variety of value-added amenities.

Video Conferencinghttp://gsams.gagta.com/v3/master.htmlUtilize Georgia's Statewide Academic & Medical System (GSAMS) to provide participants access to meetings without the restrictions of time or distance.

Services Register to Votehttp://www.georgia.gov/00/article/0,2086,4802_5021_11785786,00.html Sign up via several ways, including online applications, mail-in applications and motor voter registration.

Report Fraud, Waste or Abusehttp://oig.georgia.gov/00/channel_modifieddate/0,2096,1586806_1594644,00.htmlReport fraud, waste, abuse or corruption within the executive branch of state government.

Property Disposalhttp://gasurplus.doas.state.ga.us/apps/gss/surplus.nsf/Info/PropertyDisposalThe State Surplus and Supply Section is responsible for the oversight and disposal of all Georgia State personal property and the transfer of federal surplus property to eligible parties in the state.

Order Office Supplieshttp://doas.georgia.gov/00/channel_title/0,2094,21917123_23165031,00.htmlTake advantage of the statewide Office Supply Program through seven vendor partners.

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Purchasing Card Programhttp://doas.georgia.gov/00/channel_title/0,2094,21917123_23166841,00.htmlStreamline payment and purchasing procedures through the use of this purchasing card that is honored by all merchants who accept Visa.

Fuel Card Program http://doas.georgia.gov/00/channel_title/0,2094,21917123_23166364,00.htmlThis program offers state and local governments a universally accepted purchasing card for making fuel purchases. Reserve a State Vehiclehttp://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/PRSapp/reservation.jsp The Department of Administrative Services - Office of Fleet Management provides motor vehicle services for all state departments, institutions, boards, bureaus, agencies, colleges and universities.

GeorgiaPagehttp://pageme.gagta.com/default.htmlGeorgiaPage provides you with quick, easy access to the GTA paging system. In addition, GeorgiaPage serves as a single information source for all your paging needs.

Volunteer Programs Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Volunteer Projectshttp://gastateparks.org/volunteer/projects.asp?siteid=5&wrapid=1Volunteer at a state park or historic site. It’s an excellent way to make a difference in your community, meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors. Individuals, families, clubs and companies are needed to help with projects such as trail adoption, historical research, gardening, bird counts, building projects, re-enactments and campground hosting.

Become a Georgia Games Volunteerhttp://www.volunteermatch.org/orgs/org21076.htmlFor the past 12 years, volunteers have selflessly donated their spare time in order to make the Georgia Games the successful program that it is.  While helping the Georgia Games achieve its mission of keeping Georgians physically active, volunteers have made great contributions to amateur sports and to the well-being of Georgians. 

Jobs and Employment

Employment Services Job Market Datahttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/agencyservices/jobmarketdata.aspFind information on such topics as custom and published surveys, benchmarking, and when market data should be used.

Georgia Department of Laborhttp://www.dol.state.ga.usThe Georgia Department of Labor site contains helpful information for Job Seekers, Employers, and Workforce Professionals

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Job Opportunities Department of Labor – Remove from Content Delivery Planhttp://www.dol.state.ga.us/WS4-MW5/cics.jsp?TRANSID=PE81&FRMNAME=PE81AReceive additional job information including special instructions, salary, location of the vacancy, qualifications, etc.

News and Communication

Current News

Events

Publications The Georgia Statementhttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/employee/publications.asp Enjoy this quarterly publication for state employees by the Commissioner's Office of the Georgia Merit System.

Who’s Who

Policies

New Hire Reportinghttps://www.newhirereporting.com/ga-newhire/default.aspFederal and state law requires employers to report newly hired and re-hired employees to the Georgia New Hire Reporting Program.

State of Georgia Personnel Board Ruleshttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/employee/rules.aspThe Georgia Merit System is responsible for administering the following State of Georgia Personnel Board Rules: Chapter 478-1: Rules of the State Personnel Board, Chapter 478-2: Flex Benefits Program, Chapter 478-4: Medical and Physical Examination Program.

Safety and Security

Internet Cybersafetyhttp://gta.georgia.gov/02/channel/0,2188,1070969_6196865,00.html Learn about security safeguards and promoting secure Internet and computer use throughout the state.

Personal Air Quality

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http://www.cleanaircampaign.com/aqi.asp Find out the daily air quality levels in metro Atlanta with the Clean Air Campaign.

Pedestrian Rights and Responsibilitieshttp://www.cleanaircampaign.com/documents/CAC_Peds_brochures.pdf Read this pamphlet that identifies pedestrian rights and provides techniques for asserting them.

Network of Employers for Traffic Safetyhttp://www.gohs.state.ga.us/gohslinks/redir.asp?link=26NETS is an employer-led public-private partnership dedicated to improving the safety and health of employees, their families, and members of the communities in which they live and work, by reducing the number of traffic crashes that occur both on and off the job.

Workplace Information on How to Handle Suspicious Mail

http://www.usps.com/news/2001/press/mailsecurity/security.htmLearn what to look for, what to do with a suspicious letter or package, and who to contact.

Safety Workshophttp://www.state.ga.us/safety/loss_prevention_workshop.htmlSign up for a free Agency Safety and Loss Prevention Coordinator Workshop.

Hazardous Materialshttp://www.state.ga.us/safety/hazardous_materials.htmlReview applicable state law related to hazardous chemicals.

Reduce Workplace Violence And Related Liabilityhttp://www.state.ga.us/safety/checklist_prevsteps.pdfConsult the checklist of preventive steps to reducing workplace violence and related liability.

Handling Dangerous Biological Agentshttp://www.state.ga.us/safety/anthrax.html Find out how to handle anthrax and other biological agent threats from the Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Public Health.

Workplace Injurieshttp://www.state.ga.us/safety/workplace_injuries.htmlThe 10 leading causes of workplace injuries accounted for nearly all of the $38.7 billion employers spent in 1998 for wage replacement and medical payments.

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Transportation and Commuting

Commuting HOV Lanes http://www.dot.state.ga.us/specialsubjects/hov/index.shtml Load up the car and use these high-occupancy vehicle lanes. You’ll have substantial time savings for employees who work in the downtown area.

MARTA — Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authorityhttp://itsmarta.com/Take advantage of Atlanta's mass transit system, providing helpful maps and route information for the visitor.

Van Pool Programhttp://www.state.ga.us/gba/services/van_pool.html The Georgia Building Authority Vanpool Program began in 1980 and was designed to offer state employees a safe, convenient, and reasonably priced alternative mode of transportation to and from their workplaces.

Commute Solutionshttp://www.cleanaircampaign.com/sec01_d2.asp Save gas by using the four main transit systems in the metro area serving five counties.

Van Poolinghttp://www.ga-secap.com/van_pooling.htmOne of the easiest and most cost-effective alternatives to solo commuting can be found at the SECAP vanpool program.

FlexTranshttp://www.gms.state.ga.us/employee/flextrans.asp Get a tax break by participating in the federal commuter choice benefits program. Vanpool fares are eligible as a pretax benefit the same way as transit passes. Up to $100 a month of your vanpool fare can be exempt from federal payroll taxes under FlexTrans, the State of Georgia's pre-tax transportation benefit.

Commute Connectionshttp://www.commuteconnections.com/ Locate potential carpool partners in an instant with Commute Connections, a web-based ride-matching system.

Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Initiative: Route Mapshttp://www.dot.state.ga.us/dot/plan-prog/planning/projects/bicycle/maps/index.shtml Get assistance and guidance in planning longer trips through Georgia.

Carpooling Tipshttp://www.commuteconnections.com/carpoolingtips.html

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From being punctual to having an alternate plan, these tips are highly useful for any carpooler.

Parking Facilities Park & Ridehttp://www.commuteconnections.com/parkandride.html Find all the public Park & Ride lots in the metro area.

Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Guidehttp://atlanta.about.com/cs/transportation/a/atlairport.htmLearn how to get there and where to park.

Public Parking on Capitol Hill during Legislative Session http://gba.georgia.gov/00/article/0,2086,1332147_6170_11791920,00.html During the legislative session (usually January through March), certain parking facilities normally open to the public will have new hours.

Set Up an Employee Parking Accounthttp://www.state.ga.us/gba/services/state_emp_park.html Georgia Building Authority operates 15 parking lots available to state employees on a monthly billing schedule.

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