01-13-1987 - Laserfiche WebLink

suggested that the County follow a policy similar to that of a local hospital whereby smoking is not allowed on the upper floors, but an area is designated for smoking on the main floor. He also recommended receptacles for disposing of cigarettes so that they are not extinguished on the carpeting. By a show of hands, all employees and department heads present favored designating an area in the Courthouse for smoking, rather than a total ban within the confines of the Courthouse. On the issue of food and beverages in County offices, Mr. Wieland stated that the Commission is considering designating a brown -bag lunch area in the present lunchroom after it is moved to the South Wing. He suggested that County departments who own microwave ovens and refrigerators move them to the brown -bag area rather than having them in individual offices. Mrs. Stanton also suggested discontinuing the use of coffee pots in individual offices and not allowing employees to have coffee at their desks. Mr. Wieland informed the group that one of the Commission' s main concerns is stains or burns in the new carpeting. Employee Jim Thoreson suggested that the Commission utilize the committee which drafted the Personnel Policy Manual to view new policies on the above matters, and Mr. Wieland stated that he intended to do this. On the issue of wall hangings in County offices, Mr. Wieland asked that nothing be hung on walls in outer offices and in hallways until the County organizes an Art Committee. The Commission has talked about providing bulletin boards. Mr. Wieland also addressed the issue of parking in County parking lots. He and Commissioner Eckert are working with Sheriff Don Rudnick on a parking permit system. He outlined the use of the County's parking lots at the present time, and stated that he hoped there would be sufficient parking spaces when the County Social Services Department moves to the South Wing. Mr. Wieland stated that the Commission will ask for the cooperation of all tenants in County buildings. Mr. Larson suggested inviting someone from the District Court staff, who are State employees, to attend meetings in connection with the County' s policies since they occupy the third floor of the Courthouse and North Wing. Mr. Wieland stated that he did not see any reason why the District Court would not be in full cooperation in consideration of the space the County provides them. District Court Judge Lawrence Leclerc and Court Administrator Richard Sletten were present and stated that they would be in agreement. Regarding policy changes on the above issues, Mrs. Stanton suggested a change in the smoking policy as soon as possible, and Mr. Wieland stated that the Commission could act on that issue next week when a full Board is present. County Engineer Don Richards indicated that he will appear before the Salary Review Committee on Friday regarding in -house staff adjustments.