Must Do's This Week
Timesheets Due Thursday
All Employees: Complete your timesheet by 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 14. Time should be recorded for the May 2-15 pay period.
Supervisors: Please approve timesheets for your employees by 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 14.
If you have timesheet questions, email payroll.
Your safety is our top priority. If you smell propane, natural gas, smoke, or something burning in a County facility, immediately call 911 and notify your supervisor that you have done so.
This is especially important if anyone in the area is experiencing medical signs or symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, nausea, breathing difficulties, or other unusual reactions.
Fire departments are trained and equipped to safely monitor, diagnose and respond to these situations. Prompt reporting helps protect employees, visitors and County facilities.
Facilities, Security Risk Management, and other County departments may respond as well depending on the incident.
Purchase order requests for FY26 are due by Friday, May 15, unless the Budget and Finance directors grant a department written approval. This deadline does not apply to multi-year funds, i.e., capital projects.
View additional cut-off dates for FY26. Please observe these deadlines to help ensure a clean cut-off and avoid problems and payment delays for vendors.
Contact John Buchanan, Assistant Director of Finance, or Ebru Cukro, Accounting Services Supervisor, with any questions.
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This week is National Police Week, a time to honor and recognize the dedication of law enforcement professionals across the country, and those who serve Union County every day.
Join us in showing appreciation for our colleagues in the Sheriff’s Office, whose selfless commitment to protecting and serving makes our community safer. If you see a law enforcement officer this week, take a moment to say thank you!
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Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Tomorrow
All Union County employees are invited to the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12, at 12:45 p.m. in the courtyard between the Union County Judicial Center and Government Center. The Sheriff's Office and several local law enforcement agencies will honor law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Please note: Employees working in or near downtown Monroe may hear gunshots at approximately 11 a.m. as the Honor Guard fires a 21-gun salute during a ceremony practice and again at approximately 1:15 p.m. to conclude the ceremony. The shots are blanks, so no actual projectiles will be fired.
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EAP Workshop: Conflict Resolution in the Workplace
Upcoming Retirement Webinars
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Opportunities are available this month to learn about preparing for retirement for public employees at any point in their career. |
View all webinars scheduled this month with a description of each session.
Coffee Truck at Government Center Friday
Blood Drive at Human Services
Human Services is hosting a Blood Drive on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2330 Concord Avenue.
If you’re able, please consider rolling up your sleeve and help save lives. Click here to sign up.
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Check out our employee event calendar on County Connect for more upcoming events and opportunities.
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Give Feedback for Security Risk Management
The Security Risk Management team invites employees to give feedback through the Voice of the Customer survey.
Results will inform service improvements, resource alignment, and upcoming team initiatives. The deadline to complete the short survey is Friday, May 22. Provide feedback through the survey.
Monthly Safety Tip: Electrical Safety
May is Electrical Safety Month, and we are recognizing it with the National Safety Council and thousands of organizations across the country.
Did you know that 69% of all electrical fatalities involve non-electrical occupations? If your job does not consist of “electrical work,” it doesn’t necessarily mean you are not exposed to electrical hazards.
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Here are a few electrical safety tips to keep you safe at work and at home:
- All electrical work should be completed by qualified workers with proper training.
- Regularly inspect electrical cords and extension cords for damage.
- Be careful not to overload outlets or power strips.
- Keep electrical devices and outlets away from water to prevent shock.
- Never remove the third prong of a three-pronged plug.
- Before plugging in any electrical device, make sure the switch is off.
- When unplugging, hold the plug and not the cord itself to avoid damage.
- Watch for overhead power lines when using a ladder, working on roofs, trimming trees, or carrying long tools or loads. Keep away from power lines.
- Never plug a space heater or fan into an extension cord or power strip.
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This month's Employee Newsletter offers resources such as: Finding Peace with Nursing Home Placement Decisions, Mental Health Awareness Month, Financial Preparedness and Peace of Mind, and much more.
The Manager Newsletter addresses the following topics: I suspect my employee may be drinking during lunch breaks. Do I refer to EAP?; I promoted one of my best performers, and within weeks she was struggling badly. How can EAP help?, and other relevant topics.
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Webinar Opportunities
All Employees: Understanding Mental Health on May 13 & 20 | View registration details.
All Supervisors: Self-Care in Leadership on May 11 & 18 | View registration details.
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Facilities Request Forms Updated
Facilities & Fleet Management now has digital request forms for both Security Badge Access and Key Requests/Returns on the Facilities & Fleet Management page on County Connect, as well as the Human Resources page. We hope this convenient process assists with onboarding, accessibility and provides a faster turnaround time. If you have questions, email Brittany Alexander.
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During the regular meeting of the Union County Board of Commissioners on May 4, Errol Wedra was sworn in to serve as a County Commissioner.
Last month, Commissioner Gary Sides resigned due to health reasons, before he passed away. The Union County Republican Party recommended Wedra fill the remainder of Sides' term. The Board of Commissioners voted to approve the recommendation during the regular meeting on May 4, and Wedra was sworn in. Read more on the County website.
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The next quarterly training will be released today with an email from KnowBe4. This short course explores the nontechnical side of keeping data safe by sharing practical ways to stay aware in the office, while traveling, or when working from home.
Information Technology updated the annual Cybersecurity Awareness Training program last year to help everyone remain sharp and secure online, with quarterly training offering essential guidance to recognize and avoid common cyber threats.
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Volunteer mentors are needed to guide and support fellow veterans participating in a new Veterans Treatment Court to support veterans who are facing eligible criminal charges and are living with substance use or mental health challenges. The program provides a structured, treatment-focused alternative to traditional sentencing, helping veterans achieve stability and long-term recovery. If you’re a military veteran looking for a way to give back and make an impact, this is a great opportunity. Learn more about becoming a mentor.
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