12-06-2021 Council Work Session Packet

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WS – Item 4 WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT Work Session Item No. 4 Date: December 6, 2021 To: City Council From: Meg Sawyer, Human Resources and Communications Manager Re: Flexible Work Arrangement Policy Background In an effort to create a work environment that helps the City of Lino Lakes attract the best talent and improve employee retention, staff is requesting Council approval on the newly created Flexible Work Arrangement policy. The City’s goal is to maintain or improve employee productivity while providing employees scheduling options that encourage a productive, healthy and safe workplace; and helps employees effectively integrate and manage their work and personal life responsibilities, and can enhance their overall well-being and improve job satisfaction. By allowing employees to have a better work-life balance, we are encouraging them to become more fulfilled in their personal lives, as well as having them hold their work in much higher regard. An increase in employee happiness, engagement, and morale means more productive employees. This arrangement also reduces employee absenteeism and tardiness by allowing workers to flex hours around home and family obligations. Flexible work arrangements may be offered to designated employees as determined by the City Administrator. Flexible work arrangements are not appropriate for all employees or positions and no employee is entitled or guaranteed the opportunity for a flexible work arrangement. Requested Council Direction Staff is seeking Council direction to move forward with implementing the Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. If approved, staff will request formal Council approval at the December 13, 2021 City Council meeting. Attachments Flexible Work Arrangement Policy