HomeMy WebLinkAbout19 Wellness ProgramWorkshop Item # 19
Review of 2012 Wellness Program
and 2013 Fitness Challenge
February 20, 2013
Background / History
• TDPUD has provided a Wellness Program for many years
— District's health insurance provider, NRECA, offers 6%
discount on annual premium
— Discounted premium dollars pay for the wellness program
— Offering an annual health screening is required, but
participation is optional
— On-line personal wellness profile
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Background / History
• 2012 3-Month Fitness Challenge
— Was offered to all employees, Directors, and spouses
— Participants earned points for daily activities focusing on
exercise, nutrition, and weight -loss
— 28 participants logged over 22 million steps during the
challenge
— Meeting individual goals was rewarded
— Good employee participation rate with positive feedback
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New Information
• 2013 Wellness Program
— Blood draws will be on February 26 and 28 and
Health screenings with results will be on March 12
— Fitness challenge will begin April 1 and run through June 30
— Similar to the 2012 Fitness Challenge
— Involvement is optional, but all directors, employees and
spouses are encouraged to participate
— Rewards are offered for meeting personal goals
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Fiscal Impact
• The exact cost of the wellness program depends upon the
level of participation
• Estimated at $26, 000
• Sufficient funding for the wellness program is included in the
FY13 budget
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Recommendation
Review this report and provide comments
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