Denver Federal District Newsletter: Spring 2017

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Dear Email Address,

It’s spring in the Mile High City and there’s a lot to look forward to! Spring skiiing, perfect hiking weather and Colorado Rockies baseball games. Springtime in Denver is near perfection. 

Our city is thriving, but you may have noticed the recent parking shortage in our community. In this edition of the Denver Federal District, we will help you get fit for spring by sharing health and transportation tips so you have time smell the roses! Also, learn about the new Tenant Response Boards and Current and Upcoming Events. 


Biking to Work

Biking to Work 
Did you know May is National Bike Month? Bike to Work Week is May 15-19, with Bike to Work Day on May 19. These are great opportunities to give Biking to Work a try! 

There are several bike racks at the Denver Federal District, including:

  • Byron Rogers Federal Office Building and Courthouse Plaza and Bike Room 
  • Alfred A. Arraj Courthouse (front of building) 
  • U.S. Custom House (Room B002)


Denver Bcylce

B-cyle to Work 
Don’t own a bike of your own? No worries, get out and B-cycle. Arrive at your work meeting with a smile, carrying a bike helmet.  A smile that means “I’ve just done something cool that you didn’t do this morning.” People will ask you about it, smile, high five and talk about what you did when you leave. There are so many ways that B-cycle fits into your life the possibilities are endless. Learn more about Denver’s Bike Sharing program here. 

 

Walking to Work

Walking to Work

Did you know that a 20 - 25 minute daily walk can add seven years to your lifespan? It’s true! Learn more here. 

 

 

 

Public Transportation

Public Transportation 
Do you live too far to walk or bike to work? Have you ever considered using public transportation to get to work, but never have? There are many reasons, to give it a try, including: 
Saving money. You will save on a gas, parking, and general wear and tear on your vehicle. Federal employees committed to using mass transportation for their home to work to home commute are eligible to receive the federal transit benefit. TRANServe supports you with simplified access to transit authority information, electronic applications, how-to instructions and other resources that encourage your use of mass transportation as your primary means of commuting from home to work. Learn more here. 
Saving time. In many instances with the increased traffic on Colorado’s major highway and thruways, public transportation such as RTD’s light rail can be a time saver. Mass transit can help you better prioritize your time because they have to stick to a bus or train schedule. 
Relaxing. De-stress by taking public transportation! Free up time by reading a book, answering emails, or reflecting on your day ahead or past.

 

Tenant Response Boards

Tenant Response Boards: Coming Soon!
GSA is utilizing the most effective methods for feedback and response gathering available.Tenant Response Boards are being installed in three federal buildings downtown. With the goal of gathering useful information through methods that are fun, easy and convenient in order to provide customer service and maintain ongoing communication with customers. Learn more here. 


BJ Turk

Meet Brian "BJ" Turk 
BJ is a Contracting Specialist Technical Expert on the Capital Regional Projects Team for the Acquisitions Division in GSA's Rocky Mountain Region. Read more here. 



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Summit Cafe News 
Do you have an upcoming meeting or event that requires catering services? Take a look at the Summit Cafe Catering Menu!

 

  

Biking Resources

 

Public Transportation Resources

 

 

 

Current/Upcoming Events

  • Free Bike Safety Webinar May 17 from 11 - 11:30 a.m. In this webinar, you'll start with a review of reasons why you might want to cycle. You'll also learn the many health benefits of biking. Next, you'll go through several tips to help new cyclists get started, including an overview of important cycling equipment and a discussion of bike safety basics. Finally, you'll be provided with tips and resources to have a successful ride. Register here. 

  • Monthly Yoga Classes This is an all-levels Vinyasa yoga class. Wednesday, May 17 from 12 - 1 p.m. Byron Rogers Federal Building, USPTO Conference Room and Thursday, May 25  12 - 1 p.m. Byron Rogers Federal Building, USPTO Conference Room *The USPTO Conference Room is on the 14th floor. It is a public floor, so you can get up without an elevator code.

  • Walking Clubs Join the Mile High Walking Club or “Step It Up” Walking Club for a 30 minute walk around the city! These walks take place every Monday from 12 - 12:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. - 12. Meet Brittany outside the Byron Rogers Building. *If inclement weather, we will walk inside or cancel the walk.

  • InBody Scale Screenings The InBody scale precisely measures fat mass and muscle composition. We will have screenings available throughout May and June. Please email Brittany.Plaven@foh.hhs.gov to make an appointment.
     
  • Clyfford Still Traveling Exhibit Cesar Chavez Building  May 16 - June 8 Byron Rogers Federal Building June 8 - July 8. In celebration of the fifth anniversary of the museum's opening in Denver, the Still Museum is offering federal employees who receive our newsletter and their families/guests a two-for-one admission to the museum. Show your Government ID at the museum ticketing office. clyffordstillmuseum.org

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