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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Employee Resources
This is an unprecedented time in our organization’s history. We are working in conjunction with State and Federal agencies to provide resources to our Fremont team to help us through this emergency. We are encouraging all employees to stay calm, stay informed, and know that your health and well-being is important to us. Please check this space often as new information and resources for City of Fremont staff members will be provided here.
COVID-19 Employee Resource Guide
The COVID-19 Employee Resource Guide outlines rules and resources intended to make the workplace as safe as possible for you.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act
The Department of Labor outlines the new Federal leave benefits that were recently created as part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The benefits go into effect and are available to covered staff members, effective April 1, 2020.
- Department of Labor Poster
- Department of Labor: Families First Coronavirus Response Act - Employee Leave Rights
- Department of Labor: Frequently Asked Questions
- City of Fremont: Families First Coronavirus Response Act Overview and Procedures / Employee Request Form for Emergency Paid Sick Leave and/or Emergency Family Medical Leave (Effective 4/1/20 to 12/31/20)
- City of Fremont: Emergency Responders Request Form for Families First Coronavirus Act Benefits (Effective 4/1/20 to 12/31/20)
Health and Wellness
Health Benefits
Our COVID-19 response has required that we make many changes in our lives, but your regular benefits through the City of Fremont are continually accessible to you should you need them.
- California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- Anthem Members
- Anthem Live Health Online: Virtual video visit information from your smartphone, computer or tablet.
- Blue Shield Members
- Blue Shield Teledoc: Teledoc virtual video visit information
- Kaiser Members
- Kaiser Teleheath: Overview of options to access services: in-person visit, e-mail, phone appointment, video visit and e-visit.
- Self-Care Apps: Calm and MyStrength
- Western Health Advantage (WHA)
Wellness
- Self-Care Tips and Resources
- Kaiser is offering Coping with COVID-19 & Beyond Webinars to all City of Fremont employees, even if you are not a Kaiser member.
- Webinar Registration Information
- Coping with COVID-19 & Beyond (pre-recorded webinar)
- Additional Resources and Links
Unemployment Benefits
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has issued guidance to employees whose work hours have been reduced as a result of COVID-19. Additional information can be accessed on the EDD website.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Managed Health Network (MHN) flyer includes information regarding COVID-19 and how to cope. Employees may contact MHN, toll-free, 24hours/day, seven days/week at (800) 242-6220 for assistance/help. (Company Code: Fremont)
Financial Resources and Information
- ICMA-RC: Participants may contact Retirement Plans Specialist, Chad Parilla by phone at (866) 749-5177 or by email at cparilla@icma.org. Virtual meetings can also be scheduled online.
- Nationwide Retirement Solutions: Participants may contact Retirement Specialist, Kerry Avila by email at avilak2@nationwide.com. Virtual meetings can also be scheduled online.
Time Reporting and Teleworking Resources
Time Reporting and Emergency Activity Tracking Instructions
Teleworking Resources
- Emergency Telework Policy
- Accessing Voicemail from Home
- Pulse Secure Setup Guide
- Getting Started with Microsoft Teams
- Effective Tips, Healthy Habits and Strategies for Telecommuting
Citywide Communications
Please note: The Updates on this page are in chronological order. The most current information is posted at the top.
- August 17, 2020: City of Fremont Employee Update | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- July 2, 2020: Update from City Manager Mark Danaj | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- June 30, 2020: City of Fremont - COVID-19 Employee Resource Guide | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- June 5, 2020: Information and Reminders: Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter/Transportation Benefits| Human Resources
- June 3, 2020: RE: City of Fremont Work Status Update | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- June 3, 2020: City of Fremont Work Status Update | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- June 2, 2020: City of Fremont Staff Should Depart City Hall and Dev Center by 12:00 pm Today | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- June 1, 2020: Work Status Update and Extension | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- May 31, 2020: June 1, 2020 Work Status/Work from Home | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- May 26, 2020: Telework and Return to Work Planning | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- May 21, 2020: COVID-19 HR Time Reporting and Emergency Activity Tracking Advice | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- May 20, 2020: Employee Meeting Scheduled: Please Attend | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- April 29, 2020: City of Fremont Update | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- April 27, 2020: City Employees Highlighted during COVID-19 | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- April 8, 2020: Human Resources COVID-19 Webpage | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- April 3, 2020: Innovative accomplishments during COVID-19 | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- April 2, 2020: City of Fremont Health and Wellness Resources | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- April 2, 2020: COVID 19 update for all employees | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- March 24, 2020: Health and Financial Benefit Access Information | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- March 18, 2020: COVID-19 HR Time Reporting and Emergency Activity Tracking Advice | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- March 17, 2020: Message to Fremont employee family about COVID 19 | Mark Danaj, City Manager
- March 17, 2020: City of Fremont COVID-19 Staff Update | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- March 15, 2020: URGENT-City of Fremont COVID-19 Service and Staffing Information | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- March 12, 2020: COVID 19 Update March 12, 2020 | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- March 9, 2020: COVID 19 (coronavirus) Update | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- March 4, 2020: Coronavirus Update | Allen DeMers, Human Resources Director
- February 5, 2020: Coronavirus Informational Guide | Steven Schwarz, Risk Manager
Human Resources staff is available to support our employees in understanding the benefits and resources being offered. For questions, please email humanresources@fremont.gov.