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April 2013 Making the Connection The 7 a.m. shift Wednesday, Jan. 30 began like most at the 911 dispatch center in the middle of an Ozarks winter – calm and essen- tially uneventful. “The biggest problems we thought we would face that morn- Cherry Blossom ing, in addition to routine service Kite Festival calls, included getting a quick break for breakfast and making Sat., April 6, 10 a.m. – sure someone made coffee,” says 4 p.m. Celebrate spring Telecommunicator Daphne and the opening of the Dauzat. Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Three minutes into the shift, Garden by flying your kite or everything changed. building one with us. Free Seven-year-old Kailee Mangan origami and crafts available called 911 from a cell phone. She, at Nathanael Greene/Close her 5-year-old brother Wyatt and Memorial Park. Presented by her mom’s boyfriend had been the Springfield Sister Cities 911 Telecommunicator Stacey Blair (left) and Kailee met in-person at the MoNENA in a car accident. Kailee and her annual meeting at Tan-Tar-A. Association. brother were both injured and terrified. She was afraid her mom’s and unsure of their location – the mained calm and provided useful Wilson’s Creek boyfriend was seriously hurt or burden of locating and reassuring information about the accident and Tree Planting dead (he was unconscious) and she them falls to us,” Dauzat says. injuries until help arrived. didn’t know their location. Blair’s training and experience Within seven minutes, firefight- Volunteers will plant Telecommunicator Stacey immediately kicked in. She located ers were administering CPR and trees April 5-6 in a section Blair, a six-year 911 veteran and the scene of the accident, request- removing Kailee and her family of Wilson’s Creek, just north mother of three, took Kailee’s call ed emergency medical response from the vehicle. of the Springfield South- that morning. and kept Kailee talking. Blair Blair stayed on the line with west Wastewater Treatment “When a 911 dispatcher gets reassured Kailee that help was on Kailee until police arrived within a Plant. It’s part of an effort to a call like this – an upset child its way. restore the riparian corridor involved, terribly traumatized With Blair’s help, Kailee re- 4See 911 AWARD on page 3. and when complete the project will restore approxi- mately two miles of stream bank and the adjoining HRAs are back - Save time in June corridor, to a more natural InBalance will offer Health state. Risk Assessments to City em- The project includes a ployees starting in June. Dates new fence that excludes for these are tentative and will be cattle from the riparian announced next month. area, the initial planting of Last year, 44 percent of City 126 larger trees and a large employees received HRAs. volunteer effort to plant impact in our employees’ lives. The “Wellness is a journey,” says 7,000 seedlings. Care and HRA is the tool that provides that City Manager Greg Burris. “As maintenance of the trees starting point, and over time, will an organization, we are investing will be provided by the city. allow us to track our progress.” in wellness because we want to City Manager Greg Burris has his blood drawn make sure we are having a positive during HRA testing in 2012. 4See inBalance HRAs on page 3.

Celebrate Earth Day Follow the Goose! Do you know? BeCivilBeHeard.com Respect Other Views Events planned all 3 See who has received Get to know Respond to different month to educate and the Golden Goose 6Nicki Woods 7 opinions with a fair and open mind. celebrate the environment. Award this month. in Information Systems. [SPRINGFIELD CITY EMPLOYEE NEWS EXTRA]

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City Manager Greg Burris (second from left) listens in as the tour group makes its way down Patton Avenue through downtown. COPY EDITOR City Council, City and City Utilities officials met with the City’s Student Advisory Council and Springfield Police to find locations Sharon Smith downtown that might need enhanced lighting. DISTRIBUTION Jenni Lewis Students and City leaders take RETIREE LIAISON Finance Department

Downtown tour to improve safety The SCENE is published monthly by the City of Springfield, Springfield’s Student maybe something that 840 Boonville, P.O. Box 8368, Advisory Council, leaders SEE something, SAY something! hasn’t come forward, and Springfield, MO, 65801. Comments and articles which appear in from the City of Spring- Help improve safety Downtown or in your we can always continue to The SCENE do not necessarily reflect the field, City Council, Urban own neighborhood by reporting insufficient make everyone’s experience views or opinions of City administration or any employee thereof, but are for Districts Alliance and City lighting or suspicious activity. better.” Utilities met at a down- “With the increase in information only. Permission to reprint town coffee shop before violence, not just in Spring- material may be obtained from the To report dark areas or lights that are out call Department of Public Information, taking a walking tour field but throughout the (417) 864-1010. with Springfield police the City Utilities at: 863-9000 country, lighting is a big de- evening of March 26. The To report suspicious activity call: 911 terrent in crime,” says Sgt. goals was to identify areas Curt Ringgold. “Subjects of the downtown area that and suspects can be seen could benefit with en- with the use of surveillance hanced lighting or other safety improvements. cameras everywhere. 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Left-click on the Signature button and select default signature options drop down boxes and left- Signatures… click on OK when you are finished. printed on recycled paper 2 SCENE City celebrates Earth Month/Arbor Month Once a year on Earth 13, McDaniel Park (corner of include a number of tree plantings at local Day, April 22, the world National and Sunset). schools throughout the month. SPRINGFIELD CITY celebrates the birth of the • Potting Shed University: • Party for the Planet at Dickerson Park modern environmental EMPLOYEE NEWS EXTRA Perennials, 6:30 p.m. April 15, Zoo, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., April 27. ] movement. Botanical Center Workshop. The City of Springfield • Potting Shed University: Learn to Identify Cost is $5. takes this celebration to the Common Garden Insects, 6:30 p.m., April 29, next level, reaffirming its • 13th Annual Springfield/ Botanical Center Workshop. Cost is $5. commitment to sustainabil- Greene County Choose Envi- • Parks will host Outdoor Initiatives events ity and a healthier planet ronmental Excellence Awards throughout the month of April. Activities with a month-long series of Luncheon, April 19, Springfield include Nature Hike, Dutch Oven Cookery events and activities, which include: Area Chamber of Commerce. Clinics and Geocaching April 20 at Ritter • First Friday with Friends Arbor Day • Discovery Center Free Day, 9 a.m. to 6 Springs; Cold Weather Canoeing Clinic at Talk & Walk, 10 a.m., April 5, Botanical pm. April 20. Lake Springfield, Giboney Cave Tours at Center Atrium. Doling Park and Ha Tonka State Park Day • Lake Springfield Clean-up, 12:30-4:30 Hike all on April 21; Ritter Springs Camp- • Native Plant Sale, April 6 at Springfield p.m., April 20. Check-in at Southwood access out April 26-28; and a second Geocaching Conservation Nature Center. off Evans Road. event at Ritter Springs on April 27. For more • Potting Shed University: Miniature Wet- • Potting Shed University: Eliminate In- information on Outdoor Initiatives, please lands, 6:30 p.m., April 8, Botanical Center vasive Plants, 6:30 p.m., April 22, Botanical visit parkboard.org/info/outdoor/index.htm. Workshop. Cost is $5. Center Workshop. Cost is $5. • Clean Air Week, the last week of April. • South Creek Clean-up, 9 a.m.-noon April • Arbor Day, April 26. City ceremonies

911 AWARD from page 1. Dauzat was so touched by the experi- few minutes of the fire department. ence that she submitted a narrative to the “I wanted to make sure there was a con- Missouri Chapter of the National Emergen- nection between the officer and her before we cy Number Association (MoNENA). The hung up. I didn’t want to get off the phone organization recognized Kailee with the until I knew someone was there with her,” 2013 Century Link Hero Award at its annual Blair said. banquet March 19 at Tan-Tar-A. The award Once Blair knew that Kailee would be OK, honors those 12 and under who utilize 911 she began concluding the call so Kailee could services. receive medical attention. Blair, Dauzat, 911 Director Zim Schwar- Then, Kailee took the seasoned 911 tele- tze and other 911 staff were able to meet communicator by surprise. She told her she Kailee and her family at the banquet and loved her. were happy to see that they were all OK. “I will never forget, as long as I live, the 911 Telecommunicator Stacey Blair snaps a photo “This is an incredibly taxing and emotion- look on Stacey’s face as she heard this. She with Hero Award winner Kailee and her family at the ally exhausting job at times, and we some- hesitated, and then replied, ‘I love you too, 2012 MoNENA annual meeting. times wonder why we do it,” Dauzat says. “I honey.’ Stacey disconnected, put her face in think that question was answered for Stacey her hands and cried,” Dauzat says. “It was Fortunately, Kailee, her little brother and that day. I know it was answered for me.” one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever the driver of the vehicle had only minor seen.” injuries as a result of the accident.

inBALANCE HRAs from page 1. to help participants of all fitness levels reach Remember, to receive your City employee their goals. benefit of a 75 percent discount at Chester- field Family Center, Doling Family Center Urban Warrior Challenge or Kinney Family Center, you must schedule 7 a.m., Sunday, April 7 at MSU’s Plaster an HRA or submit a form signed by your Field. Designed by the MSU Army ROTC, physician indicating you have received your in partnership with the city of Springfield, annual physical. Visit www.springfieldmo.gov/ the S.U.C. is a 12.4K race through urban inbalance for more details and for the physi- Springfield taking on obstacles designed to cian form. challenge endurance, speed, and agility. For Upcoming InBalance events are: more information and registration informa- tion visit embracethesuc.com. Code 3 Boot Camp & Fire Training Center on West Battlefield Thirty brave City employees will partici- at noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Watch pate in Code 3 Boot Camp starting Tuesday, The Scene for updates on participants’ prog- April 9. Led by Fire staff, the session will run ress over the next eight weeks. Code 3 Boot for eight weeks and will meet at the Police Camp offers fun and challenging workouts SCENE 3 WELCOME TO THE CITY MILESTONES Front Row: Nikki Crisp, Scottie Wilson Health; Jacob Wells, Parks; 30 years Bub Wooliver, WFD; Traffic Controls Worker II Second Row: Brian John Bradford Public Works – 4/7/2003 Webb, PW; John House, Senior Keeper Mary Snow Fire; Melissa Haase, PIO Parks – 4/3/1983 Police Services (top); Terri Cypret, WFD Representative (lower step) 25 years Police – 4/7/2003 Third Row: Joshua Shank, Mike Fonner Airport; Bradley McEntire Dan Dudley Finance; David Chamber- GIS Manager Legal Investigator lain, Airport; Information Systems – Law – 4/24/2003 Top Row: Nicole Hays, 4/18/1988 Kelly Castaneda I.S.; Alice Swyhart, WFD; Jason Shuck Matthew Money, Parks 20 years Ronald Cole Richard O’Connor Police Officers Battalion Chief Police – 4/28/2003 Fire – 4/19/1993 Daniel Carlson Services Joseph Seastrom Randy Villines 5 years Wesley Harbin Reginald Lamb Community Recreation Assistant Fire Chief John West Oliver Hoedel Maintenance Worker – Supervisor – Parks Fire – 4/19/1993 Airfield Maintenance David Hubert Public Works Sandra Werbitzky Kenneth Scott Worker Clinton Laws Matthew Money Chemist – Mark Clinkenbeard Airport – 4/28/2008 Patrick Lightwine Maintenance Worker – Environmental Services Fire Captains Larry Morgan Jordan Louderbaugh Parks Fire – 4/19/1993 Plant Maintenance Clint Musser Brian Webb Retirements Cale Murphy Mechanic I Landon Nash Arborist – Public Works Michael Pringle Fire Equipment Operator Environmental Services – Kyle Powers David Chamberlain Fire Equipment Operator Fire – 4/19/1993 4/28/2008 Zachary Pugh Joshua Shank Fire – 25 years Gerry Koeneman Lisa Jump Tim Sisco Airfield Maintenance John Marion Rescue & Salvage Senior 911 Bradley Southard Workers – Airport Battalion Chief Specialist Telecommunicator Police Officers (Academy) Fire – 23 years Fire – 4/19/1993 Emergency Communica- – Police Promotions Debra Gillenwaters Kevin Binam tions – 4/29/2008 Dak Henning Fiscal Administrator Fire Marshal Police Officer – Police Ryan Bowling Health – 19 years Fire – 4/19/1993 Welcome Angela Jones Fire Equipment Operator Danny Gerboth Todd Thornhill Andrew Flippin Accounting Clerk I – – Fire Building Inspector Chief Judge of Municipal Engineer in Training – Parks James Edwards Building Development – 8 Court Public Works Sandra Chapman Police Sergeant – Police years Municipal Court – Dianna Schuman Viviana Valencia Crystal Higdon Richard Frye 4/26/1993 Community Recreation Police Services Police Services Ice Park Operations Supervisor – Parks Representatives – Police Administrator – Police Coordinator 10 years Nicole Hays David Manes Donnie McMillian Parks – 6 years Matthew Hawkins Admin. Systems Analyst – Donald Miller Recycling Center Arborist Crew Leader Information Systems Recycling Center Atten- Attendant – Public Works – 4/5/2003 Betsy Beck dants – Environmental Environmental Services

2000 Ford Explorer, 6-cyl. automatic, 4.0 L. For sale by owner; bi-level, brick and wood 137,000 miles. Power windows and locks. frame home on three acre wooded lot in ex- Keyless entry. Trailer hitch. Black with gray clusive southwest Springfield neighborhood. cloth interior. Clean. $2495. Call 838-0334 Four fireplaces, 4 1/2 baths, 6 bedrooms, 2 and leave a message. decks, 4 living room areas, 2 formal dining rooms, 2 full kitchens, 2 laundry rooms and FOR SALE FOR SALE: Lighted entertainment center a 2-car attached garage. Also has an unat- from Oak Express. Overall dimensions are 2004 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King, tached, finished four-car garage with loft 36” wide x 68” tall x 17” deep. The inside Law Officers Special. One owner. 1450 cc, workshop. Owner asking $265,000. Call dimensions of the TV space are 33” wide 6400 miles. Over $1000 in chrome upgrades. Kathy at 619-5511 or 881-2591 to leave a x 26” high x 17” deep. Has casters for easy Always kept garaged. $11,950. Call 838-0334 message with call-back number. movement. $60. Call 838-0334 and leave a and leave a message. message. SERVICES Antique Oak Dining Table and chairs REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Table measures 48” x 48” with rope design carving on legs. Chairs have upholstered Stephanie Chase Cleaning Service Home For Sale by Owner: 3 BD, 2 BA, 2 car seats. $300. Call Marvin 742-3214. “Professional House Cleaning” attached garage, near hospitals. Wood floors License and Insured Franklin Electric 4” Submersible Well Pump and carpet. New roof, siding, gutters, furnace, 299-9034 | [email protected] 3 Hp / 2.2 Kw / 230 Volt / 900 lb. thrust and water heater. Large fenced yard with References upon request. (New and still in the box.) $300. Call Marvin deck, large Kit., Lg. Living Rm. with brick 742-3214. fireplace, office. Good area for kids! Asking $125,900….Let’s talk! Call Karla 350-0991 4 SCENE APRIL BIRTHDAYS

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SCENE 5 Follow the I am very pleased to present the Golden Goose Award to Anita Cotter. I have worked with Anita GOLDEN GOOSE on various issues over the last few years and I am always impressed and amazed by her ability to Each week, the Golden Goose is present- multi-task and provide such a positive and profes- ed from one City employee to another as a sional level of service every day. Anita is always way to say “thank you” and recognize fellow exceptionally friendly and her ability to approach employees for a job well done. difficult situations with a sense of humor has Where has it been this month? always impressed me. I believe Anita’s incredible work ethic serves as an outstanding example to After I had the Gold- others and I am happy to be able to work with her en Goose I passed it to here at the city. Thank you Anita! Brian Olle in Clean Wa- ter Services. Brian was Jason A. Denney truly helpful at my time Information Systems of doing installs at clean water and that’s why I I am honored to present the Golden Goose thought he deserved it Award to Claudia Crighton. Claudia is an amaz- since he provided lots of ing person. I have worked with Claudia for a support when I needed it. very long time and I am always amazed with her Joseph Gatiba ability to deal with people. Claudia is my first call Information Systems when I have a problem citizen. She has a wealth Rules of the Goose: of knowledge and has the most professional and 1. Present the Golden Goose to a fellow City Jason Denney is who kind demeanor when dealing with angry citizens. employee in a different department. I would like to pass the Claudia has a kind spirit and never lets anyone 2. You can only keep the Goose for one week. Golden Goose Award see her sweat. She is able to be firm without being 3. It is highly encouraged that you present the Goose in a way that recognizes them publicly. to. Jason has always been extremely helpful and abrasive. She exemplifies the whole concept of 4. The Goose must be displayed in your work area patient when I’ve needed computer assistance. working with the community and takes it to the for everyone to see. Accompanying the Goose Anytime I have dealt with him, he has been very next level. She always makes time to help anyone will be a pin that you can wear all week. timely and made my job easier because of it. I who needs her and never complains about the 5. A log book will document the travels of the Goose. extra work. Claudia, words cannot express how As the Goose moves on, you must list WHO you are would just like to thank Jason for always having presenting it to and WHY. When you give the Goose a positive attitude and a willingness to help others. much you are appreciated! trophy, please send an e-mail to GooseShepherd@ springfieldmo.gov stating to whom you are Brian W. Olle Anita Cotter presenting the Goose and why. Clean Water Services City Clerk’s Office

Diversity@Work Americans with Disabilities Act Under the ADA, disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment Earth Day! Every day, millions of people with which limits substantially some or all various types of disabilities go to work Saturday, April 20 at Discovery Center the major important activities of an just like everyone else. Disabled workers individual. Under the ADA, an employer not only have the typical challenges all must provide an effective, reasonable ac- of us face at work, but may also deal commodation when a qualified individual with needs for accommodation, personal with a disability requests one, unless the challenges and even negativity from employer can demonstrate that it would co-workers. Differentiating people on be an undue hardship to do so. the basis of disability is illegal, but it As an equal opportunity employer, unfortunately continues to happen. the City of Springfield takes care to To make sure that all workers are ensure equality and to comply with treated fairly, the U.S. enacted the regulations that are in place to protect Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990. disabled workers. 43rd Annual Earth Day Celebration This act bars public and private employ- A project of Choose Environmental Excellence & Discovery Center of Springfield If you are interested in more infor- Sponsored by Partnership for Sustainability ers from acts of discrimination against mation about the Americans with Dis- disabled workers by addressing issues Environmental Fishin’ Magicians FREE Admission abilities Act, please visit www.ada.gov/ . Exhibits & Activities 10am-3pm 9am-6pm such as hiring, advancement, training, 9am-4pm pay rates, termination and other parts of a job. The act gives employers guidelines on making the workplace accessible so that all employees are treated equally, regardless of disability.

438 E St Louis Street Springfield MO • (417) 862-9910 • DiscoveryCenter.org 6 SCENE In Brief Do You Know...? Bork to Join Springfield-Branson protect adjacent properties; a deten- A Q&A of City of Springfield employees. National Airport tion basin to improve water quality; City of Springfield Internal Au- and floodplain improvements to reduce To suggest a colleague for a “Do You Know...?” ditor Kristy Bork will take on a new flood damages to nearby properties. profile, email [email protected]. role as the assistant director of aviation The project continues the successful – finance and admin- work of phase one, which was complet- istration for Spring- ed last year and included reconstructing Nicki Woods field-Branson National bridges where Grant and Campbell Information Systems Airport, effective April cross Fassnight Creek to provide water Assistant 8. She replaces Mark quality benefits while maintaining the Roy who retired. historical appearance of Fassnight Information Systems “Everyone at the Park. The extension of the Fassnight Nicki has worked for airport is excited to Creek Greenway Trail through the the City for 14 months. have Kristy coming Kristy Bork park provides increased opportunity to on board,” said Brian enjoy the creek. Phase two will further Weiler, director of aviation. “Since the the trail to the east side of Jefferson airport is a hybrid of government and Avenue, ultimately connecting to Phelps the private sector, her experience in Grove Park with a future phase. Who had the greatest influence on you as a government and business will be partic- child? ularly valuable.” Council to welcome new members My two older sisters. They are both good people. Bork has been the City’s internal Fisk, Fishel and Hosmer auditor since 2010, and prior to that Jan Fisk was elected to Council What was your favorite TV show as a child? was a supervisor accountant with BKD General Seat A, a position she was As a child, I was a Scooby Doo fan. Now I enjoy in Springfield since 2004. She is a originally appointed to in 2012. Craig watching Duck Dynasty. It’s funny and I like that licensed certified public accountant and Fishel earned the Council Zone 4 seat, they pray at the end of each show. holds bachelor’s and master degrees vacated by Scott Bailes, who did not What are you compulsive about? in accounting from Missouri State seek reelection. I run 8-10 miles every night after work. University. Three other candidates ran unop- posed. What won’t you eat? Fassnight Creek Stormwater and Mayor Bob Stephens will serve a Spam, canned ham, etc. There is something not Greenway Trail Project Continues two-year term, while Zone 1 Councilman right about unrefrigerated meats. The City of Springfield Depart- Jeff Seifried will serve an additional four ment of Public Works has begun years and Craig Hosmer will replace work on phase two of the Fassnight John Rush in the General B Council seat, Creek Stormwater and Greenway Trail who did not seek reelection. Improvements Project, a multi-purpose A farewell reception honoring Coun- project that includes reconstruction of cilmen Scott Bailes and John Rush will bridges and roadways and floodplain im- take place at 4:30 p.m. Monday, April provements to reduce flooding hazards 8 in the lobby of the Busch Municipal to motorists and nearby neighborhoods. Building. Newly elected and reelected Phase two will consist of storm- Council members will be sworn in at water improvements, including raised the 6:30 p.m. City Council meeting that streets and new bridges at Bennett same evening. The current Council will Street and Jefferson Avenue to safely address previously introduced issues, pass the 100-year flood; stream bank before the swearing in and transition to stabilization to reduce erosion and the new Council. From the SCENE archives 10 years ago – April 2003 20 years ago – April 1993 CityLink Training Swings Major Crimes Investigation into Full Gear Training The CityLink project has begun the Eighteen officers of the Springfield training phase of the Oracle Financial Police Department began 122 hours of Management system. Approximately specialized training in Major Crimes 330 employees will need training in ap- Investigation. The three week semi- propriate areas based on their individu- nar held in the Police/Fire Training al responsibilities. There are a total of Room in City Hall included: evidence 22 different classes that will be taught, collection, field note taking, crime though most employees will only need scene photography, search warrants, three to four classes to function in the investigation of specific crimes, finger- system. All training is hands-on, with printing, interview and interrogation, only nine computers available in each practical exercises and major accident class. investigation. SCENE 7 ( Working with ( the Community Awards & Recognition

Road Trip! - City Council and Staff goes to Branson

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department was recognized by the National Association of County and City Health Officials. The na- tional organization recognized the department for its innovative program: “Collaboration Improves Capacity for Medical, Pharmaceutical, and Dental Services”. The program will be publicly recognized at the national organi- zation’s annual event in July.

To: Police Chief just spent the day presenting to Paul Williams another group and still made our event in the evening to top Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Seifried (far right) served as the driver on a recent trip I have had the pleasure to see it off. To me, speaking at our to Branson where City Council and City leaders met with the City of Branson Officer Shawn Clawson’s little group went over and above officials. It was the first time in about 15 years the two groups convened. presentation on DWI facts and what he is probably expected to findings three times now. I find determined he was being un- To: Police Chief do. I just want someone to be it amusing and amazing how he truthful. My son’s father com- Paul Williams aware that Probation and Parole mitted suicide years ago. Officer is able to win over a crowd of As VP of the local BMW is honored and fortunate to have Campbell even covered that probationers/parolees with his Motorcycle club I had contacted Shawn speak at our panels. I’m wonderfully. I was extremely down-to-earth, honest presen- Officer John England about positive SPD feels extremely impressed with his expertise tation. Each time he has been coming to our club meeting to fortunate to have him as part of and compassion, yet firmness. here I see our clients appear to give a talk about how to stay their team. He also was very comforting puff up as a defense to hav- safe this summer, after a winter toward me seeing my child be- ing a police officer in front of Cheree Gaunt away from riding for most ing handcuffed and knowing the them and they think he is just Springfield members. He graciously volun- pain I was feeling for him. He going to preach to them. After a teered his time after teaching was an INCREDIBLE officer very short time, our clients are all day, and gave a wonderful and I feel BLESSED I got him engaged, laughing, and relating. To: Police Chief presentation to our club, which on this call, to handle such a You can almost see the shock on Paul Williams was very informative as well their faces that they like him. horrible/sad experience for our My son put me in a choke hold as a wonderful way to build Not only is Shawn knowledge- family. Thank you again Officer and cussed at me repeatedly. comradeship between the public able on the subject, but he also Campbell! Officer Kyle Campbell was and the Police Department. We has the personality that draws very firm with him that the Heather Snow want to thank Officer England people in. But the most note- behavior was very incorrect. Springfield for going above and beyond! worthy piece of information I Officer Campbell listened to my wanted to relay is, Shawn had Ken Foster son and was very firm when he VP Springfield BMW Roadriders CAmP Visits Fire Department and Human Resources Though it was an extremely cold March each group – and we points. The competition was day, CamPers endured the weather to learn all found out just how fierce, but TEAM INDIANA more about what its like to be a Firefighter. difficult these exams took the championship title. The day began at the Police Fire Training are. Only ONE group After returning to the Center where we boarded the bus for a visit passed the exam! Police Fire Training Center to a local nightclub. The Fire Department We were then turned for a special lunch prepared is involved with not only smoke alarms, but over to Human Resourc- by the station firefighters, also crowd control in these heavily populated es, where Sheila Maerz each group tested their skills entertainment areas – that was something and the HR Staff had with car extrications, trying most were not aware of. set up an exciting game on fire suits, and experience Our next stop was at MSU’s Hammons of “March Madness” on the big basketball dragging a hose through a “smoke-filled” Student Center, which is where Fire and court. Each team received questions from room. Everyone was also treated to a quick HR administer written and agility exams to the Merit Rules and Administrative Memo- tour of the fire station. applicants. Fire Chief David Hall adminis- randums and if answered correctly, received tered a similar “firefighter written exam” to a point, and a basketball to shoot for bonus 8 SCENE

City of Springfield

Employee Assistance Program

Did you know…  The Employee Assistance Program provides as many as 4 City-paid visits each calendar year.  The EAP is available to you AND your immediate family – even if your dependents are not on the City’s Health Plan.  The EAP can be helpful during a temporary situation in your life such as Stress at work or home Financial difficulties Marital problems Death of a spouse, child, parent or close friend Problems with a child Substance abuse  New Directions/Mercy is the City’s designated provider of EAP services.  Counselors are part of the network of providers through Mercy (formerly St. John’s) and are considered in-network by the Health Plan if your appointments extend beyond the first four visits paid by the City’s EAP. (Please refer to the Health Plan document or call Med-Pay for details about coverage through the Health Plan.)  Employees may call New Directions directly to schedule an appointment. You do not have to have approval or clearance from Human Resources to schedule an appointment!  Appointments are available at a variety of times. You may not have to take time off work to schedule an appointment!  Your visits are absolutely confidential! No one at the City is notified when an employee uses the EAP on a voluntary basis. Invoices for employee’s appointments do not identify individuals by name, social security number or any other identifier that is recognizable by City staff.  The EAP is one of your benefits and is available when you need it!

To Schedule An Appointment Call New Directions/Mercy EAP 1-877-254-0781 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Website: www.ndbh.com password: springfield