May Employee of the Month

John Rathbun

The Fairbanks North Star Borough Employee Recognition Committee

proudly announces that John Rathbun, of the Parks & Recreation

Department, has received the Fairbanks North Star Borough Employee of

the Month Award for May 2019.

John has been nominated and selected for this honor in recognition of his

exceptional service to the borough since September 1989. In his position as

Facility Custodian, John has distinguished himself through his

strong commitment in providing the finest Parks & Recreation facility

possible for the patrons of the Big Dipper. He has proven himself to be a very reliable, hard-working, and

dedicated employee whose efforts are reflected in the top notch quality of all his work.

John exemplifies a steadfast and diligent employee whose work ethic is beyond compare. He is a devoted team

player who is especially cognizant and supportive of the needs of his department, never hesitating to assist the

patrons or his co-workers. John’s co-workers have expressed their sincere admiration for all he does. They are

proud to have him on their team!

Congratulations to John,

and our thanks for a job well done!

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June 2019 FNSB Global Challenge Update

The 2019 Global Challenge kicked off on May 22nd and employees are taking advantage of the friendly

competition that this virtual race around the world offers. This is our third year with this wellness

program and many people have embraced healthier choices, increased their overall activity, and gotten

into the habit of frequently uploading their steps, so the teams are really zipping across the map. As of

this writing the following teams are ranked within the top 15,000 of teams from across the globe:

This year you can also earn points through various activities such as: step entry, involvement with the

platform (nutrition section launches on June 12th), collecting trophies, completing mini-challenges &

surveys, and achieving individual and team milestones. Though the program is designed to embrace the

competitive nature within us all, it is not solely about having big numbers for your step entries. The most

important thing is to have fun, challenge yourself to be the best version of YOU, and enjoy the benefits

that come as a result of taking a more active role in your health.

Do you have questions? Visit the Frequently Asked Questions section of the Global Challenge at

https://globalchallenge.zendesk.com/hc/en-us or contact Kathryn Norvilla ( knorvilla@fnsb.us or

459-1393). Remember to be eligible to receive incentives, participants must log steps for all 100 Days of

the Global Challenge. Thanks and keep up the great work!

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May 2019 New Hires

David Berrey, Park Ranger

Jeff Ellis, Park Ranger

Hans Jacobson, Park Ranger

Cathleen Keyes, Park Ranger

Brandon Mann, Maintenance Mechanic III-

Electrician

Lorien Nettleton, Recreation Specialist II

Stephanie Niesen, Library Assistant II

Jessica Prince, Park Ranger

Nikolay Seregin, Park Ranger

Stephanie Sutton, Library Assistant II

Angela Yocom, Library Assistant II

May 2019 Promotions

Catherine Berner, Librarian, Reference

Ryan Danhauser, Appraiser II

Mark Dick, Maintenance Mechanic II

Kaitlin Hancock, Lifeguard II

Robert Pan, Customer Service Representative

Borough Mayor Bryce J. Ward

Borough Clerk April Trickey

*Presiding Officer Matthew Cooper-Seat I

Borough Assembly

Marna Sanford Seat A

Shaun Tacke Seat B

Andrew Gray Seat C

Christopher Quist Seat D

Angela Major Seat E

Liz Lyke Seat F

Leah Berman Williams Seat G

Aaron Lojewski Seat H

Human Resources Mission Statement

The mission of the Human Resources Department

is to ensure quality human resource services

to the Borough’s most important asset,

its employees.

FAIRBANKS NORTH STAR BOROUGH

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PO Box 71267

Fairbanks, AK 99707-1267

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