Welcome to The Bridge, your one stop shop for all the notices, information, and announcements for City of Rochester employees! To let your colleagues know about your city employee program or event email cityupdate@cityofrochester.gov.
May 14, 2024: The City of Rochester is bringing back the Curbside Market to various City facilities this summer.
Here's the dates:
June 6th : City Hall 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
June 20th: PSB 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
June 27th: 911 11 a.m.
- 1 p.m.
July 11th: Mt Read 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
July 26th Colfax 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
August 9th: Rundel Library 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
August 23rd: City hall 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
May 13, 2024: Know Your Numbers Biometric Screenings
The City of Rochester, MVP and WPV (Wellness Programs with Value) have partnered together to help you take charge of your health through our biometrics screening and wellness program. The first step in taking charge of your health is to Know Your Numbers,
which indicates your overall health. MVP encourages employees with MVP health insurance to take this important step in managing your health by participating in a biometric screening. All employees with MVP Insurance members can participate in these
screenings.
Appointments are mandatory, register your time here at one of the following screening locations:
Public
Safety Building – 185 Exchange Blvd.
May 14th 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Locust Club – 1425 Lexington Avenue
May 16th 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
City Hall – 30 Church Street
May 13th 10:00pm – 2:00pm
May 22nd 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Hemlock
Water Plant
May 15th 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
If you need any assistance with registering for an appointment, please call 585-568-8340.
May 13, 2024: New Training opportunities
The City of Rochester’s Office of Training is offering the following classes and are accepting registration now!
AAA Safe Driver Class- June 10th from 9-4 -the Training Office, 107 Bridge View Dr. —$20.00. You can get a discount on your Insurance and Points reduced! Payable by Cash, Check or Money Order Day of Training.
Fill out the linked form to register for these classes and email onlinetraining@cityofrochester.gov.
Without confirmation, you have not successfully registered. Please contact the Office of Training if you have any questions at 428-7898.
You must wear your ID badge for all training sessions. Registration is First Come First Serve Availability
May 10, 2024: Wellness Grant Program Deadline Extended!
Do you have an idea for a Wellness program that would benefit your department? Apply for a Wellness grant today!
By completing this
application, you will have the opportunity to receive $500 to put towards creating a Wellness initiative for you and your colleagues. There are examples on the application that you can use, or submit a different idea!
We’re extending the deadline until Monday, 5/13/2024. Please send your completed application and any questions to Wellness@CityofRochester.Gov.
May 5, 2024: Are you a meal prep aficionado? We have the perfect challenge for you!
The
directions are simple:
• Make a batch of your favorite healthy meal to prep
• Take a picture of the meal and the recipe and send them to
Wellness@CityofRochester.Gov•
Be entered to win one of two $25 Wegmans gift cards!
The deadline to submit your photo and recipe is Friday, May 17, 2024. Please include how many meals or portions the recipe typically makes.
CLICK HERE to view the flyer and learn more about the benefits of meal prepping.
Please contact
Wellness@CityofRochester.Gov with any
questions.
May 1, 2024: National Day of Prayer Gathering on Church Street
Mayor Malik D. Evans and numerous representatives from state and local government will join faith leaders throughout the region for the annual National Day of Prayer Gathering on Church Street in front of the steps of Rochester City Hall. Prayers begin
at 10:30 a.m. Mayor Evans and other officials are expected to speak at 11:30 a.m.. Expect horn noises and a large crowd at the Church Street entrance throughout the morning. The event should conclude by 1 p.m.. All are invited.
April 29, 2024: May is Mental Health
Awareness Month
Did You Know….?
• More than 1 in 5 US adults live with a mental illness
• The #1 most diagnosed mental disorders are anxiety disorders
• In 2022, 81% of workers reported that workplace stress affects their mental health
• Workers with fair or poor mental health are estimated to have nearly 12 days of unplanned absences annually compared with 2.5 days for all other workers.
Quick Tips on Mental Health
• Unplug-turn off your phone, tablet and/or computer for an hour or so
• Go for a walk and focus on your senses
• Make a list of your strengths-there are plenty of things about you that are great, no matter how down you are feeling at the moment
• Give “Box Breathing” a try-inhale for a count of 4, hold for a count of 4, then exhale for a count of 4. Repeat as needed.
Mental Health Awareness Toolkit
April 26, 2024: Bike to Work Day is May 17!
As a part of Bike Week 2024, all interested employees are encouraged to Bike to Work on Bike the Work Day May 17, 2024. Reconnect Rochester is hosting a series of Bike events starting with Light Up The Night Ride on Friday evening, May 10th at 7pm at
Genesee Valley Park’s Sports Complex on Elmwood Ave. Participants use bike lights and other creative lighting options and embark on a “callithumpian" 9-mile ride along bike boulevards at 7:45pm.
Learn more about Bike to Work week events
April 24, 2024: Corporate Challenge deadline is Monday!
Join 53 of our colleagues who signed up for the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge Rochester on
May 23, 2024. We'll spend quality time outside of work, compete in a 3.5-mile race, and celebrate afterward. The race is accessible to those of all speeds and abilities – whether you're competing or just having fun.
Registration closes Monday, April 29! Register here.
Reach out to wellness@cityofrochester.gov.
April 24, 2024: MVP Living Well Program Schedule
Most programs are free unless otherwise noted, and offered to all members and non-members alike, compliments of MVP. Registration for all classes are open now. Visit mvphealthcare.com/calendar to register for all classes and for full class details. Space is limited and registration is required. For questions or assistance registering for classes, call the MVP Medicare Customer. Care Center at 1-800-665-7924 (TTY 711). Class schedules are
subject to change.
See upcoming events
April 24, 2024: Do you know your numbers?
Do you know your numbers? Health measures like Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure, blood sugar, and total cholesterol can all be changed through lifestyle modification – and the first step is knowing your current health status!
The wellness
committee is excited to be providing biometric screenings at several City of Rochester locations this Spring! Get screened to know more about the full picture of your health. Plus, if you’re covered by MVP Health Insurance, completing this screening
sets you on your way to earning $200 in Wellbeing Rewards; simply sign up, complete your screening, and all your information will be uploaded to HealthyRoads!
To sign up for your 15 minute appointment slot, click here: https://wpvinc.as.me/COR or for our 911 staff: https://wpvinc.as.me/cor911 We hope to see you there!
Download a flyer
April 23, 2024: 2024 Mandatory Training Schedule reminder
Check your email or click on Collabornation in MyApps to see what you have due.
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April 18, 2024: ICYMI: 2024 State of the City address
The full speech is available here: City of Rochester | 2024 State of the City
April 3, 2024: Fast and Furriest fundraiser registrations are open!
The Fast & The Furriest® returns Saturday, June 8, 2024. DRHS' annual fundraising event will feature special guest runner,
Deputy Mayor,
Michael Burns. Let’s demonstrate our commitment to serving people and animals by rallying together for positive impact. As in previous years, your donations continue to make this event a success by raising funds to support shelter operations and
enrichment, pet foster care, pet owner support, accessible veterinary care, and other life-saving programs provided by Animal Services.
To
register, donate, or volunteer visit www.vsas.org.
In addition to the 10K race, there will also be a 5K fun run, dog walk, pet contests, free pet vaccination, live music, food trucks, pet rescue groups, exhibitors, and more.
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