City Council Meeting Date: October 5, 2021
To: Mayor and City Council
City Administrator
From: Communications & Human Resources Director Mahowald
Title
Consider Approval of Updates to Handbook Policy (Wellness Program).
Body
Action Requested:
The Northfield City Council approves a Motion adopting the attached Handbook Policy regarding Wellness Program.
Summary Report:
The Council Employment Policy Committee discussed and made a motion to recommend approval of this policy for City Council approval at their September 22, 2021 meeting. This policy has been reviewed by the Labor Attorney for input.
This policy was last updated in 2015. The Wellness Committee, made up of city staff from all departments, establish and carry out wellness related activities throughout the year. The committee follows the 5 pillars of wellness. Each regular part-time and full-time employee receives $240 each year for wellness related reimbursements. Human Resources, along with a third party administers an annual flu shot clinic and bio-metrics screening. Language changes clarify the current policy and procedures for the wellness program.
Alternative Options:
Continue with 2015 Handbook Policy.
Financial Impacts:
Wellness reimbursement is budgeted in the Human Resources budget for 2021 and proposed for 2022 and 2023.
Tentative Timelines:
Staff recommends consideration of approval of the Wellness Program policy to be effective October 5, 2021.