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C I T Y O F H A Z E L W O O D HR CONNECTIONS July 2026
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Michael Godfrey Joseph Greeves Khylee Newman Raul Thais-Lozano Years of Service Recognition Tabatha Grothoff - 5 Years Randy George - 20 Years Michael Meyer - 20 Years
Thank you for your patience as we continue settling into UKG. We know the transition hasn't been perfect, and many of you have experienced questions or technical issues along the way. Please know we're working through them as quickly as possible with our implementation team. Every issue that's reported helps us improve the system, so we truly appreciate your feedback and patience as we continue making adjustments. UKG Update
UKG Ready is more than just a place to clock in and out—it's your one-stop shop for managing your employment information. View your pay stubs Review your timecard Request time off Update your address, phone number, email address, and emergency contacts Update your direct deposit information if your banking information changes Review your tax withholding elections UKG Tip of the Month: Have You Logged in Yet? Think of it as your employee toolkit- available whenever you need it.
Building Your Retirement, One Paycheck at a Time Keeping your information up to date in UKG Ready helps ensure you’re ready for today. Planning for retirement helps ensure you’re ready for tomorrow. Here is what you should know about your retirement benefits and resources.
Thinking About Retirement? If you're considering retirement, the first step is to request a pension forecast. Scan the QR Code below for the form, then submit it to HR.
Have you heard about the Early Incentve Program? The City has implemented a voluntary Early Retirement Incentive Program that may provide temporary City-paid health insurance coverage for eligible employees until Medicare eligibility. The program is intended for employees who may be considering retirement but need insurance coverage until Medicare age To be eligible, employees must generally be: Classified as a full-time employee at the time of the request At least be 62 years of age Have worked no less than 25 years of continuous full-time service with the City Currently enrolled in our health medical plan If approved, the City will provide temporary City-paid health insurance coverage at the same level of coverage the employee has at the time of the application. Coverage is designed to bridge the gap until the employee becomes eligible for Medicare (age 65). Employees must also be eligible to retire under our current retirement plan. Participation in the program is not automatic and requires approval. Approval is based on operational needs and budget considerations. Participation is completely voluntary.
Not Thinking About Retirement Yet? That’s Okay! You don't have to have it all figured out today. Taking just a few small steps now can put you on the path toward a more secure financial future. Review your retirement and pension benefits. Increase your retirement contribution by just 1%, if you can. Build or add to your emergency savings. Pay down high-interest debt. Update your beneficiary information. Create a monthly budget and track your spending. Meet with a financial advisor or retirement representative to discuss your goals.
Did you know your VOYA 457(b) retirement plan offers two ways to save for retirement? You can contribute to a Traditional (pre-tax) 457(b), a Roth 457(b), or even a combination of both—giving you the flexibility to choose what works best for your financial goals. Traditional (Pre-Tax) 457(b) Contributions are deducted from your paycheck before taxes are taken out, which lowers your taxable income today. Your savings grow tax-deferred. You'll pay taxes when you withdraw the money in retirement. Funds can generally be withdrawn after you separate from City employment or while still employed if you qualify for an unforeseeable emergency. Roth 457(b) Contributions are made after taxes, so they do not reduce your taxable income today. Your earnings have the potential to grow tax-free. Qualified withdrawals are tax-free if your Roth account has been open for at least five years and you are age 59½ or older. If you separate from City employment before age 59½, you may withdraw your Roth contributions. However, any earnings withdrawn before meeting the qualified withdrawal requirements may be subject to taxes and a 10% early withdrawal penalty. Speaking Of Planning For The Future, How About Voya? Traditional or Roth? You Have Options With Your Voya 457(b)
The Choice Is Yours Whether you prefer the immediate tax savings of a Traditional 457(b), the potential tax-free income of a Roth 457(b), or a combination of both, you have options to help build the retirement you envision. Want to learn more? Scan the QR code to view the VOYA brochure and explore which option may be right for you. Speaking Of Planning For The Future, How About Voya? Traditional or Roth? You Have Options With Your Voya 457(b)
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