CONSERVANCY COMMONS

Claremont EAP understands that many people are experiencing stress from this election. According to Kelly McGonigal of the Greater Good Science Center, you can turn election stress into courage and compassion. 

Eight Questions That Can Help You Survive Election Stress Learn More

Our online Park Store has a new and improved look and platform! Led by our Retail Team, the complete rebuilding and redesign of our online storefront celebrated its "soft launch" on October 28, just in time for the holiday season. Take a tour at store.parksconservancy.org! Help out our team. If staff notices any links not working or other errors, report them on this spreadsheet.

Last week, the Parks Conservancy made the difficult decision to transition 110 furloughed employees to permanent layoffs, effective December 31, 2020. We acknowledge many longtime Parks Conservancy staff are affected by this decision. It was a heartbreaking decision that was not taken lightly. Click to read Q&A's.

Familarize yourself with the new policies and procedures for purchasing and coding software from the Finance Team.

November is Native American Heritage Month--also known as Indigenous Peoples' Month. Celebrate indigenous communities with an online panel of Native speakers and experts discussing land acknowledgments. Watch the panel recording here.

Learn about the Ramaytush Ohlone.

For nearly 30 years, Ranger Benny Batom has uncovered Alcatraz Island’s lesser-known history. He works to facilitate dialogue addressing contemporary issues around incarceration and justice. Read our interview with Ranger Benny on our website.

When there is a power outage, communication and transportation may be affected. Services may close. Food spoilage and water contamination may occur. And devices, including medical devices, can lose power. Kelly Trombley, Safety Coordinator, has put together this helpful resource on Sharepoint to help prepare.

Given greatly reduced ridership and ongoing budget constraints, the Presidio Trust suspended weekend PresidiGo Shuttle service (both Downtown and Presidio Hills routes) on Nov. 1. Visit the PresidiGo web page for scheduling information.e.

It's time to get your flu shot! Kaiser Permanente and Blue Shield members are eligible for a no-cost flu shot. Many locations have drive-thru and walk-in flu shot clinics. Additional information and locations can be found below, with Kaiser San Francisco location listed here.

Note: Staff on furlough have been sent vouchers for free flu shots.

You can view recordings of previous All Staff video conferences on Sharepoint. Please use your work email and login to connect.

Please attend a special All Staff meeting on Thurs., Nov. 5 via Zoom Webinar. We will talk about the decision to layoff furloughed staff and the challenges our organization continues to face. If you haven't yet, all employees must register again to sign in -- even if you registered before. Use this link.

This week, the DEI Committee encourages staff to find spaces for connection, support, and hope. Below are two options happening on Wed., 11/4. In both circles, we welcome different perspectives and hope to create spaces of care, support, and listening.

BIPOC Community Circle (For staff who identify as black, indigenous, and people of color):

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82456431149?pwd=R0pKUXZNaFoxcUV4MGptUkxyL1Fydz09
Meeting ID: 824 5643 1149
Passcode: 113400
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,82456431149#,,,,,,0#,,113400# US (San Jose)

White Allies Community Circle (For Staff Who Identify As White):

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4823314089

Meeting ID: 482 331 4089
Passcode: 12345
One tap mobile
+16699006833,,4823314089#,,,,,,0#,,12345# US (San Jose)
+13462487799,,4823314089#,,,,,,0#,,12345# US (Houston)

Thurs., Nov. 5, 11 AM - 12:30 PM.
Join Aparna Rajagopal from our DEI consultant, the Avarna Group, and the J.E.D.I. Collaborative for a panel discussion and break out sessions that explore how to create an inclusive workplace. Register now [LINK].

Tues., Nov. 10, 1 - 4 PM; and Thurs., Nov 12, 1 - 4 PM.
The Allies for Inclusion team invites you to virtual dialogues that create space for conversation about topics effecting inclusion and equity. Note that you must attend both events to participate. Register now!

Thurs., Nov 12, Noon.
Luis Herrera who recently joined our Board of Trustees, joins Kitty O’Meara to discuss her new illustrated children’s book about the global coronavirus pandemic. This program is presented in partnership with the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy as part of the monthly Nature Boost series.

11/4; 9-10 am
Conflict Resolution in the Workplace (EAP Seminar)

11/4; 1-2 pm
How to Respond to Harassment for People Experiencing Anti-Asian Harassment

11/9; 2-3 pm
Resilience Training in the Face of 2020

11/10; 9-10 am
Assertive Speaking and Active Listening

11/10; 10-11 am
Using Climate Mitigation & Disaster Relief Funds to Build Resilient Communities

11/12; 7-8 pm
Who's Who Among the Oaks

Conflict Resolution in the Workplace, 11/4, 9-10 am. This session reviews basic tips to resolve conflicts at work and how to handle common challenging reactions.

Assertive Speaking and Active Listening, 11/10, 9-10 am. Learn how to maximize interactions with others through listening actively and expressing messages assertively – no matter what the situation.

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