September, 2018

NEW EMPLOYEES

Christopher Frisby – Utilities Service Worker

Samuel Champagne – Maintenance Worker

Anna Ankeny – Library Clerk

Leah Cortez – Building Support Specialist

Marsha Stermer – Library Clerk

Gregory Koss – Maintenance Worker

James Mann – Sr. Planner MPO

Carey Walden – Inventory Specialist

Sean Owsley – R&B Heavy Equipment Oper

Garrett Dancy – Equipment Mechanic

Keelyn Alvarez – Sr. Maintenance Worker

Max Harper – Wastewater Treatment Operator

Dennis Bishop – Maintenance Worker

Amanda Duffy – Library Clerk

Kristen Breen – Utilities Customer Svc Rep

REMINDER

VACATION LEAVE & MAXIMUM ACCRUALS On January 1, 2019, accrued vacation leave exceeding the maximum allowed by County policy or union collective bargaining agreements will subsequently be rolled back to the maximum. When determining how much vacation leave you will need to use by December 31st in order to avoid exceeding the maximum, please include the December accrual, which accrues on January 1st.

IMPORTANT DATES Nationwide Onsite: Mark Schilling will be onsite to meet with employees on Thursday, October 11th from 10am until 4pm in the Human Resources Meeting Room. Please make an appointment to meet with Mark via this link http://indianrivercounty.myRetirementAppt.com Health Advocate Workshop: Conflict Resolution – Thursday, October 11th from 9am to 10am in the B1-501 Conference Room, Building B. Please RSVP Sheila O’Sullivan via email sosullivan@ircgov.com Florida Blue Onsite: Yvonne Rosete, our Account Management Specialist, will be onsite Thursday, October 25th. Please RSVP to Sheila O’Sullivan via email sosullivan@ircgov.com *FRS Workshop: Using the FRS to Plan for Your Retirement – Thursday, October 25th from 9:00am to 10:30am in the B1 -501 Conference Room, Building B. Please RSVP via the link below: (*See attached flyer)

https://myfrs.ezsoftco.com/ClientApp/NewClientPage.aspx

SEPTEMBER MILESTONES

5 Years

Kate Cotner – Assistant County Attorney

Diane Lystlund – Purchasing / Buyer

15 Years

Michael Thiele – Wst Plant Operator B

Brian Freeman – METRO Senior Planner

Gerald Yeitter – Wst Water Plant Mechanic

Julie Reiselbara – Engineer Fire Medic

John Dotsey – Ocean Rescue Lifeguard

Violet Krochmalny - Ag Ext Staff Assistant II

25 Years

Vanessa Carter Solomon – Code Enforcement

Officer

Thanks for your dedicated service!

MAKING CHANGES TO YOUR BENEFIT

ELECTIONS DUE TO QUALIFYING EVENTS

Under certain circumstances, you may be allowed to make changes to your benefit elections during the plan year and outside of the annual open enrollment period in August, if the event affects your own, your spouse’s, or your dependent’s coverage eligibility. An “eligible” qualifying event is determined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Code, Section 125. Examples of qualifying events include the following:

You get married or divorced. You have a child, gain legal custody, or

adopt a child Your spouse and/or other dependent(s) die You, your spouse, or dependent(s)

terminate or start employment An increase or decrease in your work hours

causes eligibility or ineligibility A covered dependent no longer meets

eligibility criteria for coverage A child gains or loses coverage with an ex-

spouse Gain or loss of Medicare coverage Losing eligibility for coverage under a state

Medicaid or CHIP (including Florida Kid Care) program (60-day notification period)

Becoming eligible for state premium assistance under Medicaid or CHIP (60-day notification period)

If you experience a qualifying event, please notify Human Resources by logging into the new “benefit portal” at https://enroll.benefitsconnect.net/bocc Click on Life Event to initiate the change. Benefit elections must be made within 30 days of the qualifying event (or 60 days for the birth or adoption of a child). Valid documentation supporting the qualifying event, such as a marriage certificate, birth certificate, divorce

decree, etc., must be uploaded with your request. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance. Please be aware that if an employee knowingly commits fraud by enrolling or continuing coverage for an ineligible person(s) in the County’s insurance program, the County will take appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

SECTION 125 USE-IT-OR-LOSE-IT RISK

If you currently participate in the Section 125 Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for out-of-pocket medical expenses, you will want to make sure you use all of the dollars that you have set aside through payroll deduction during the plan year 2017-18 (ending September 30, 2018) by December 15, 2018. Please be aware that you will not be able to use your debit card after September 30th for dollars set aside for this current plan year. You will need to submit a claim after September 30th. Call TASC for assistance at 800-422-4661. FSA dollars set aside for dependent care expenses need to be used by September 30, 2018. You will have until January 31, 2019, to file claims for reimbursement for both the health care and dependent care FSAs. After that date, any remaining funds are forfeited.

“I would like to take this time to Thank the Road and Bridge Dept. for a job, “Well Done!” I’ve tried for numerous years to get something done about the flooding in my front yard, to no avail. A few months ago when we had consistent rain my yard had water sitting in it for a month while the whole neighborhood dried up. So I called the department and a kind gentleman drove by my home and called me back explaining it would be some time before his department could address the issue. Well they showed up yesterday, Aug 1st and left today Aug 2nd with the job completed. Clint, Chuck and Danny, very professional at each of their jobs. Not sure of the gentleman who drove the dump truck. Usually you only hear about the bad news employees are doing. Well I’d like to say, “Job Well Done,” on 84th Terrace and I’m looking forward to not seeing anymore waterfront property. Please note my first acknowledgemnt is to the person who took the time and returned my phone calls, received my concerns and addressed my concerns. My hats off to him. I apologize for not having his name. I actually threw it away thinking nothing would be done since I’ve tried for years to have this issue addressed. Great job Road & Bridge Dept.” Thanks again, Benny & Jill Kinbrough

PLEASE REPORT IMPROPER DUMPING

Please call 772-226-1888 to report dumping of any substance into storm drains and canals or report online

at IRCSTORMWATER.COM

For More Information or to Register, Call : (866) 446-9377, option 2Or click on the link below to register online

https://myfrs.ezsoftco.com/ClientApp/NewClientPage.aspx

The Florida Retirement System (FRS) invites you to participate in this FREEinformative employee workshop. This workshop is designed to encourage you to take

action in planning your financial future.

Using the FRS toPlan for Your Retirement

Discuss how the FRS Retirement Plans will help you meet your financial goals

• FRS Pension Plan including DROP

• FRS Investment Plan

• 2nd Election

• 6 Step Retirement Planning Process

Learn about other retirement income sources

• Social Security

• The importance of Saving Early

• Deferred Comp & 403(b) IRAs

You will see the role the FRS retirement Plans play in meeting your financialgoals as well as the income gap that must be made up through saving andinvesting.

For ALL EmployeesFor ALL Employees

This Exciting Workshop is being held onThursday, October 25, 2018

0608-0760529

Location:Indian River Administration Building B1800 27th Street, Conference Room B1-501Vero Beach, Florida 32960

Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Source: 2018 National Health Observances, National Health Information Center, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC.Please note: Only the most popular observances are listed. There may be more observances in a given month. Educational materials given as examples are not intended to be exhaustive

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Domestic Violence Awareness MonthNational Coalition Against Domestic Violence303-839-1852www.ncadv.org/ Live Well, Work Well flyer:- Domestic Abuse

Eye Injury Prevention MonthAmerican Academy of Ophthalmology415-561-8534www.aao.org/eyesmartLive Well, Work Well flyers:- Sports Safety: Eye Protection- Workplace Eye Safety

Health Literacy MonthHealth Literacy Consulting562-690-4001www.healthliteracymonth.orgLive Well, Work Well flyers:- Your Health Plan series- Take Charge of Your Health CareKnow Your Benefits flyers:- Be a Wise Health Care Consumer series- Resources to Compare Health Care Costs

Home Eye Safety MonthPrevent Blindness 800-331-2020www.preventblindness.org/eye-safety-homeLive Well, Work Well flyers:- Sports Safety: Eye Protection- Vision Care series- Children’s Health: Vision Care

International Walk to School MonthNational Center for Safe Routes to School866-610-7787www.iwalktoschool.org/

National Breast Cancer Awareness MonthAmerican Cancer Society800-227-2345www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer.html Live Well, Work Well flyers:- Take Charge of Breast Health- Women’s Health: Breast Cancer- Women’s Health: Mammograms

National Bullying Prevention MonthPACER Center Inc.888-248-0822www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm

National Dental Hygiene MonthAmerican Dental Hygienists’ Association312-440-8900www.adha.org/national-dental-hygiene-month

National Down Syndrome Awareness MonthNational Down Syndrome Society800-221-4602www.ndss.org

National Medical Librarians MonthMedical Library Association312-419-9094, ext. 11www.mlanet.org/

National Physical Therapy MonthAmerican Physical Therapy Association

800-999-2782www.apta.org/nptm/Live Well, Work Well flyers:- Physical Therapy for Good Health- The Health Benefits of Massage

Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness MonthHeart Rhythm Society202-464-3400www.stopcardiacarrest.org

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness MonthEunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development800-505-2742www.nichd.nih.gov/sts/Pages/default.aspxLive Well, Work Well flyers:- SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome- Children’s Health: Safe Sleeping

National Primary Care Week – Oct. 1-5American Medical Student Association 703-620-6600 www.amsa.org/events/npcw/ Live Well, Work Well flyers:- Visiting a Medical Specialist- Doctor Appointments- Talking to Your Doctor- Following the Doctor’s Orders

Mental Illness Awareness Week – Oct. 7-13National Alliance on Mental Illness800-950-6264www.nami.orgLive Well, Work Well flyers:- Mental Health series- Selecting a Mental Health Professional

Source: 2018 National Health Observances, National Health Information Center, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC.Please note: Only the most popular observances are listed. There may be more observances in a given month. Educational materials given as examples are not intended to be exhaustive

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National Depression Screening Day – Oct. 11Screening for Mental Health Inc.781-239-0071http://mentalhealthscreening.org/programs/initiativesLive Well, Work Well flyer:- Mental Health: Depression

Bone and Joint Health Action Week – Oct. 12-20United States Bone and Joint Initiative, NFP847-430-5053www.usbji.orgLive Well, Work Well flyers:- Autoimmune Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis- Osteoarthritis- Osteoporosis- Sprains and Strains

Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day – Oct. 13Metastatic Breast Cancer Network888-500-0370www.mbcn.org/ Live Well, Work Well flyers:- Women’s Health: Breast Cancer- Take Charge of Breast Health- Women’s Health: Mammograms

International Infection Prevention Week – Oct. 14-20Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology202-789-1890http://professionals.site.apic.org/

National Latino AIDS Awareness Day – Oct. 15Latino Commission on AIDS212-675-3288www.nlaad.orgLive Well, Work Well flyer:

- Public Health: HIV/AIDS

National Health Education Week – Oct. 15-19Society for Public Health Education202-408-9804www.sophe.org/focus-areas/national-health-education-weekLive Well, Work Well flyers:- Public Health series

World Food Day – Oct. 16Food and Agriculture Organizations of the United Nations202-653-2458www.fao.org/world-food-day/2017/home/en/

World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day – Oct. 19United States Bone and Joint Initiative, NFP847-430-5053www.usbji.org

National Healthcare Quality Week – Oct. 21-27National Association for Healthcare Quality847-375-4720www.nahq.org/membership/content/celebratehealthcarequality.html

Respiratory Care Week – Oct. 21-27American Association for Respiratory Care972-243-2272www.aarc.org/resources/programs-projects/respiratory-care-week/Live Well, Work Well flyers:- Asthma: Managing Your Condition- Children’s Health: Asthma- Allergies: Seasonal Relief

National Check Your Meds Day – Oct. 21Consumer Reports914-378-2559http://CRBestBuyDrugs.org

International Stuttering Awareness Day – Oct. 22Stuttering Foundation of America800-992-9392www.stutteringhelp.org

Red Ribbon Week – Oct. 23-31National Family Partnership at Informed Families Education Center800-705-8997www.redribbon.org/Live Well, Work Well flyers:- Children’s Health: Inhalant Abuse- Children’s Health: Prescription Drug Safety- Substance Abuse

World Psoriasis Day – Oct. 29National Psoriasis Foundation800-723-9166www.psoriasis.orgLive Well, Work Well flyers:- Psoriasis- Stress and Your Skin

This article is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be exhaustive, nor should any discussion or

opinions be construed as professional advice. Readers should contact a health professional for appropriate advice.

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See What the Buzz is All About:

Counting Macros

Chances are you’ve probably heard someone talking about their

macros, whether it’s in the lunchroom, at the gym or on social

media. The “if it fits your macros” (IIFYM) diet was first popular

with bodybuilders who used this program to stay fit for

competitions. Now, it’s popular with gym-goers and even those

who don’t workout.

What’s a macro?

Macronutrients, or macros, are the core components that make

up the food that we eat: carbohydrates, fats and proteins.

How does counting macros work?

Instead of counting calories, you count the grams of each

macronutrient in the food you eat. A quick internet search will

turn up a handful of reputable calculators designed to help you

determine how many grams of each macronutrient you need,

based on your health goals and activity level.

Is the IIFYM diet just another fad diet?

Counting macros is a trendy diet program, but it’s not technically

a fad diet. The concept behind IIFYM is that it’s a long-term plan

and it doesn’t restrict or ban certain food groups like fad diets.

As long as you keep your macros in check, you can eat healthy

one day and splurge on fried chicken the next without derailing

your program. The flexibility of the IIFYM diet makes it much

easier to stick to the program, which is likely why it’s so popular.

If you’re interested in trying the IIFYM diet, please check with

your doctor to make sure it’s safe for you before starting.

Superfoods for Super Health

The foods you eat can positively impact

your long-term health. Consider

incorporating the following superfoods

into your diet to support your health.

• Almonds • Olive oil

• Apples • Pomegranates

• Avocados • Quinoa

• Blueberries • Sardines

• Buckwheat • Spinach

• Eggs • Strawberries

• Goji berries • Tarragon

• Kale • Tomatoes

• Lentils • Wild salmon

• Oats • Yogurt

Many of these superfoods can be

found in your local grocery stores. Look

for them the next time you go grocery

shopping.

Health and wellness tips for your

work and life

More Common Than You’d Think:

Workplace Bullying

National Bullying Prevention Month is recognized every October.

What many people don’t realize is that workplace bullying affects

more than 35 percent of adult Americans.

What is workplace bullying?

Generally, workplace bullying is defined as the use of

intimidation through power, influence, tone or language to affect

a person negatively. Often, bullying is intentional, but sometimes

the bully is not aware of their hurtful actions or words.

Workplace bullying affects safety, productivity, trust and the

workplace culture.

What are the signs of workplace bullying?

Some common signs of workplace bullying include:

• Ignoring, isolating or excluding an employee

• Reprimanding or humiliating an employee publicly

• Name-calling or insulting an employee

Workplace bullying is a serious issue, and if you feel like you’re

being bullied, you should take steps to address it. For more

information, talk to your HR department.

Pumpkin and White Bean

Soup

1 ½ cups apple juice

1 15-ounce can white beans (drained)

1 small onion (finely chopped)

1 cup water

1 15-ounce can pumpkin

½ tsp. cinnamon

⅛ tsp. nutmeg

½ tsp. black pepper

¼ tsp. salt

PREPARATIONS

1. Mash white beans, onion, and water

with a fork or blender until smooth. Set

aside.

2. In a large pot, add the pumpkin, juice,

cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper and

salt.

3. Add the bean mix to the pot.

4. Cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes,

until warmed through.

Makes: 6 servings

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Total Calories 140

Total Fat 1 g

Protein 7 g

Carbohydrates 28 g

Dietary Fiber 7 g

Saturated Fat 0 g

Sodium 420 mg

Total Sugars 10 g

Source: USDA

Take credit for investing in retirement.

The federal government wants you to invest for retirement. So, it’s giving

a tax credit to public employees with

incomes as high as $63,000.

In fact, you may qualify for a tax

credit that’s equal to half of what you

invest for retirement. For example:

• If you earn $20,000 a year,

contribute $25 per week ($1,300

per year), and fi le a Joint return,

you may be eligible for a tax

credit of $650 — half of what you

invested!

Source: IRS Announces 2018 Pension Plan Limitations, Internal Revenue Service,

IR-2017-177 (Oct. 19, 2017).

Contact me, I can help.

This chart helps you fi nd out if you qualify for the Saver’s Tax Credit in 2018.

Filing Status/Adjusted Gross Income for 2018

Amount of Credit Joint Head of Household Single/Others

50% of fi rst $2,000 deferred $0 — $38,000 $0 — $28,500 $0 — $19,000

20% of fi rst $2,000 deferred $38,001 — $41,000 $28,501 — $30,750 $19,001 — $20,500

10% of fi rst $2,000 deferred $41,001 — $63,000 $30,751 — $47,250 $20,501 — $31,500

Your Nationwide® Retirement Specialist will be glad to help. Neither

Nationwide nor any of its representatives may off er legal or tax

advice, but we can help you fi nd ways to invest more for retirement.

Investing involves market risk, including possible loss of principal.

Retirement Specialists are registered representatives of

Nationwide Investment Services Corporation, member FINRA.

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