September 2024

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Employee Resource Groups

New recovery-focused ERG launching Oct. 29  

Metro employees in recovery from substance-use are invited to join a new Employee Resource Group (ERG), “Together in Recovery At Metro” (TRAM). The first virtual meeting will be at 11 a.m. on Oct. 29. Find the details on how to access the meeting below. ERGs are employee-created and led. Due to the sensitive nature of […]

General news

Worksite Ambassadors needed for the Employee Giving Program

King County’s Employee Giving Program (EGP) Annual Drive runs from Oct. 7 – Nov. 22. During this time, employees can pledge time, make payroll donations, or participate in special events to support their favorite causes and nonprofits. Metro’s Lead Ambassadors—Kerry Flory, Justin Johnson, and Monique Lowe—will be sharing more information soon on how you can

Benefits

Onsite flu & COVID-19 vaccine clinics

Balanced You will be offering flu and COVID-19 vaccine appointments at various Metro and King County worksites over the next month. In partnership with the Metro Wellness Team, the first stop is at Atlantic/Central Base (1500 6th Ave S, Seattle) during this year’s Wellness Fair (Sept. 23-26). Appointments are strongly encouraged for all dates, but

Health and Wellness

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to help raise awareness, spread hope, and provide resources to those struggling with suicidal thoughts or who have been affected by suicide.   Mental health may be especially impacted by the unprecedented levels of loneliness many are experiencing. According to a 2023 Gallup poll, one in five

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