IC: Connected

Well thought out, structured, and highly promoted recognition is an important component of internal relationship building and can be incredibly motivational to many individuals.

Tasks:

• Clearly identify the expectations of each program and where employees can find nomination forms.
• Create a prominent space on the newly designed Bulletin Board to promote employee recognition.
• Add a comments section to each recognition where other employees can also leave encouraging words.

Projected Timeline: October - December 2021

Create an Employee Recognition Celebration with the Commissioners and Larimer County leadership where award winners are celebrated for their achievements.

Tasks:

• Work with Larimer County leadership to plan, promote, and execute a special awards recognition for winners of the Innovation Awards, Employee of the Month, and the Stepping Up awards.
• Prepare and present a video of the year’s accomplishments focused on the people that made those accomplishments happen. 

Projected Timeline: Spring 2022

There is nothing that creates a sense of unity more than recognizing other Larimer County employees outside of work. Create a Larimer County store where employees can purchase Larimer County branded clothing and accessories, such as water bottles, hats, sweatershirts, pullovers, etc.

Tasks:

• Create a Larimer County policy ensuring proper County representation.
• Find an online store vendor to create Larimer County items.
• Market and promote the Larimer County store to employees.

Projected Timeline: August - December 2022.