Must Do's This Week

P-Card Statements Due Friday

P-Card holders: Reconcile and submit your April procurement card statements to Finance by 5 p.m. on Friday, May 8. All statements require two signatures. Download statements through the P-Card portal.

Open Enrollment is Live: Select Benefit Options By May 29

Comprehensive benefit resources are available to help you make the best decisions for yourself and any dependents. Check out this HR email sent last week to review all resources.

Details are also available on County Connect, including the one-page overview flyer pictured to the right that you can view or print. Make sure you’re covered by enrolling in your 2026-2027 benefits through the Benefitfirst platform by May 29. This is your one opportunity to confirm your coverage and take advantage of new offerings. Have questions or need support? Email our benefits consultant team with McGriff/MMA.

Final Benefit Plan Informational Meetings

From Procurement and Contract Management: Temporary Hold on Surplus Pick-Ups

The Procurement & Contract Management team is preparing the surplus warehouse for the launch of our new Union County Surplus Marketplace. To allow time for setup and reorganization, there will be a temporary hold on all surplus work order pick-ups and warehouse delivery requests from May 15, 2026, through July 1, 2026.

During the transition, please hold all surplus items at your department. If you have special or urgent surplus needs, contact Kyle Hodge, Senior Procurement Specialist, or Corey Brooks, Director of Procurement & Contract Management.

In certain situations, we may coordinate the sale or proper disposal of items directly from your department location. Procurement and Strategy & Innovation will provide more information on the Surplus Marketplace soon.

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Celebrating Our Colleagues

Christina Neal Receives 2026 Bobby Cobb Award

Congratulations to Christina Neal (Social Services) for receiving the 2026 Bobby Cobb Award! Neal was nominated for her leadership over the past eight years in launching and developing the Behavioral Health Collaborative, a partnership with Union County Public Schools to expand access to behavioral health resources and create a coordinated system of care for young people.  The Bobby Cobb Award is presented annually to a County employee who makes a meaningful impact across departments or community groups. Read more about this prestigious recognition.

Our County Management Team surprised Neal with the Award on April 23 during a Social Services meeting. Click here to watch a short video from the surprise presentation.

National Nurses Day | May 6

This Wednesday, May 6, is National Nurses Day, and we're proud to celebrate our Public Health nurses who deliver critical care and support to our community. Whether through health screenings, vaccinations or education, their commitment ensures residents have access to the resources they need to stay healthy. Join us in showing your appreciation!

If you need U Rock! cards, request them through this form on County Connect.

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Cybersecurity Tip of the Month 

Be Skeptical of the "Urgent" Signature

Phishing scams often masquerade as trusted tools like DocuSign to hijack your emotions and your accounts. When an unexpected "urgent" document lands in your inbox, remember: If you weren't expecting it, don't inspect it.

How to Protect Yourself

1. Verify the Source: Before clicking any buttons, contact the alleged sender through a trusted channel (like a known phone number or a new email thread) to confirm they sent you a document.
2. Hover Before You Click: Hover your mouse over the "Review Document" button to see the actual web address. If it doesn't lead directly to docusign.com, it's a trap.
3. Log In Directly: Instead of clicking the link in the email, go directly to the official DocuSign website in your browser and log in there to see if any documents are truly pending.

Click here to see more digital security information on County Connect.

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UC Store Item of the Month

Sanitize in style with the UC Store Item of the Month - the 10ml pen sanitizer. The handy cap has a clip to slide on to pockets, backpacks and handbags for simple transport. Packs of 25 are available so you can hand these out as promo items at events or offer to your colleagues. View all County-branded products available in the UC Store. Back to top

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