CAC Lit for Juneteenth
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The County Administration Center was illuminated on Sunday to honor Juneteenth. It will also be lit on Monday for the holiday.
Recognizing Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
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The County Administration Center is lit tonight for Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month.
Juneteenth Flag Raising at CAC
/The County hosted its first Juneteenth flag raising event at the County Administration Center today. The flag will fly over the building through Monday, June 20, when the County will observe the holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
Today’s flag raising celebration was hosted by Chair Nathan Fletcher, the Office of Equity & Racial Justice, the African American Association of County Employees (AAACE) employee resource group and several community groups.
Attend Film Screening with ERGs
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Join a film screening and discussion of “Vincent Who?” a documentary about the 1982 murder of Vincent Chin and the Asian American Civil Rights Movement it ignited.
In partnership with the County of San Diego Filipino American Employees' Association (CSDFEA) and Asian Pacific Alliance of County Employees (APACE), this event will take place at the Poway Library at 1 p.m., June 26.
See the flyer below.
CAO Message: Commemorating Juneteenth
/By Chief Administrative Officer Helen Robbins-Meyer
On Monday, the County will be taking its first holiday in observance of Juneteenth.
I hope everyone enjoys the time off, and I also hope everyone takes at least a moment to reflect on the significance of the day.
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. For anyone unfamiliar with the story, the name was formed from June 19, the day in 1865 when Union troops in Texas delivered word that all slaves were free – an announcement that came two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
It’s now a day to celebrate freedom for Black Americans, and for all of us to acknowledge the truth of our history and the enduring impact slavery, and the racism that supported it, has on our society. That recognition underlies the steps the County is now taking to work toward equity in our community. Understanding how we got here is essential to creating the path forward.
Built right into Juneteenth’s origin story is the recurring theme that continues to challenge us today. The government declared slaves free, but then took years to make the very people affected aware of the fact. It was one more instance of justice delayed being justice denied.
Juneteenth is a time for us to consider the gaps between promises and fulfillment. Between the signing of a paper and the reality for people’s lives out in the world.
The County is taking concrete actions to examine and close those gaps in our own operations. The budget equity assessment tool we used to develop this year’s operational plan lets us better prioritize dollars to address inequality. We’ve restructured our health agency to focus on equitable communities. A cannabis program is designed to redress harms that were done due to the war on drugs and past criminalization that fell disproportionately on the Black community. We’re launching initiatives to uplift boys and men of color, and to give children with little access to the outdoors more opportunities to have that experience.
These are moves in the right direction, but of course, much more remains to be done. Earning trust and undoing historical wrongs will take time and effort.
Juneteenth can speak to each of us in multiple ways. No matter what you do on this day to celebrate freedom for all, let the spirit of the day move you toward the work ahead to create a more just San Diego.
Respect and Dignity in the Workplace
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Know the Code is a monthly series highlighting different sections of the County of San Diego Code of Ethics.
By the Office of Ethics and Compliance
As employees of the County of San Diego, we are all responsible for upholding the Standards of Conduct outlined in our Code of Ethics. Our treatment of each other and our customers is an important part of maintaining an ethical culture.
While it may be clear to most people that discrimination and harassment are against the law and County policies, there are other types of behavior related to how we treat one another that are covered by our Code of Ethics. Specifically, we are talking about respect and dignity.
The Code states that the County “is committed to the principle of treating each employee with respect and dignity. County employees in turn are expected to treat their customers, clients and colleagues with respect, dignity and professionalism.”
What does it mean to treat each other with respect, dignity and professionalism? It means we foster an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and bullying. It means we respect who people are and what they can do. It means we act responsibly with our words and actions and focus on how our words and actions may be perceived, not just how we intended them.
We all want to be treated respectfully and with dignity. Bullying behavior such as name calling, ridiculing and humiliation are inconsistent with respect and dignity in the workplace. There is a difference between this conduct and appropriate workplace differences of opinion and supervision. Routine workplace supervision is not bullying. Differences of opinion, differing work styles and disagreements in working relationships are an inevitable part of our work life.
If you have questions or concerns regarding respect and dignity in the workplace, you are encouraged to talk to your supervisor or departmental human resources officer (DHRO) as soon as possible so that appropriate action may be taken.
Check out the OEC webpage on InSite for information about upcoming Ethics & Compliance Program events, training, and resources including monthly “Know the Code” articles and micro-training videos.
If you have questions about Ethics & Compliance training or how to access the training and other Ethics & Compliance resources, please contact the OEC team at oec@sdcounty.ca.gov, 619-531-5174. HHSA staff may also contact the dedicated HHSA Compliance and Privacy team at compliance.hhsa@sdcounty.ca.gov, 619-338-2807.
Sign Up for Digital Workplace Training
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Whether you are working from home, the office or out in the field—all of us are using digital tools more and more often. If you would like to learn more about how to use tools such as Teams, Planner, Whiteboard, OneNote, Outlook, OneDrive and Windows, you can take a virtual class or self-guided learning session.
The following trainings are available for registration at the Help Me kNow Hub. Sign up for a class now.
Digital Workplace Essentials
Learn key personal productivity skills in Windows, OneDrive, Outlook, and Teams. Reinforce your knowledge or learn something new. Discover tips and tricks.
Take a class
This class is designed to supplement the Digital Workplace Essentials Skill Track and will highlight a few essential skills in OneDrive, Outlook, and Teams.
Self-guided learning
Hands-on activities help you apply important skills. You'll receive a certificate by email when you complete this track.
Digital Workplace Essentials Skill Track
Planner
Planner allows teams to work together effortlessly by organizing projects visually in an easy-to-use application that integrates with Teams and Channels.
Take a class
Learn about navigating the Planner interface, how to create a plan, add and manage tasks, filtering and grouping.
Wednesday, June 22, 3PM
Thursday, June 30, 2PM
Self-guided learning
What is Planner?
Teams Channels
Channels are virtual rooms for communication and collaboration. You can use them to boost productivity and stay connected through real time, interactive communication, collaboration, and access to files and resources.
Self-guided learning
What are Teams and Channels?
Teams and Channels: A Comprehensive Course (Skill Track)
Whiteboard and OneNote
Learn about Microsoft Whiteboard collaborative digital canvas and Microsoft OneNote digital notebook.
Self-guided learning
Quick Guide: Whiteboard
OneNote Digital Notebook
CECO Wants to Hear from You
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Help shape San Diego County Employees’ Charitable Organization’s future. Take a short CECO survey. Results will be used to identify priorities and opportunities to better support CECO members and services provided, including community grants.
Take the survey now through June 17.
CECO was established in 1956. The organization gives 100 percent of the donations received from employees and retirees to help local nonprofit organizations and County employees and retirees in crisis. Donations are entirely voluntary and are in the form of automatic payroll deductions or one-time contributions.
For more about CECO, to contribute to the fund, or to see a complete list of this year’s grant recipients, please visit sdceco.org.
PerkSpot: Deals for Dad
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Shop all things dad, while staying on budget this Father’s Day.
Discover deals on PerkSpot for the special dad in your life, whether that’s a family member, friend or even yourself! Find discounts on ESPN+ for the sports lover; Omaha Steaks for the grill master; golf, bike and sports equipment for the outdoor enthusiast and many more sales for that special person in your life
PerkSpot offers benefits and discounts through more than 400 service providers and retailers. Go to SDCounty.PerkSpot.com and shop. If you are new, click on “Create an Account” to register.
Join AAACE for Juneteenth Healing the Community Festival
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The African American Association of County Employees invites employees, family and friends to attend a Juneteenth Healing the Community Festival in Southeast San Diego this month.
The gathering will take place from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., June 18 at Memorial Park, 2975 Ocean View Blvd., San Diego, CA 92113.
The event is designed to unite and heal the community by providing opportunities to celebrate Juneteenth and discover local services and resources in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Hosted by the Cooper Family Foundation, the gathering will have music, food trucks, small business vendors, kid zone, testimonies, giveaways and more.
In addition, AAACE will be awarding its annual Leon Williams Scholarship to deserving students.
Please bring chairs.
See flyer below.
