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January 12, 2015 | Sonoma Public Infrastructure (formerly TPW)
Road Maintenance Update
Road Maintenance Update for the week of January 12 through 16, 2015. Read full story
December 29, 2014 | Human Resources Department
Gratitude
Over the last 7 weeks, we have provided you with tips and resources on varying topics from healthy snacks and stress to getting a good night's sleep and exercising. As you may have gleaned, weight management depends on more factors than simply monitoring your diet and exercising. Read full story
December 29, 2014 | Sonoma Public Infrastructure (formerly TPW)
Road Maintenance Update
Road Maintenance activity update for the week of December 29, 2014, through January 2, 2015. Read full story
December 16, 2014 | Human Resources Department
Add a (non-alcoholic) drink to your rotation
Did you know that alcohol can contain almost as many calories per gram as fat? Read full story
December 11, 2014 | Human Resources Department
Storm Safety
Always treat low hanging and downed power lines as if they are energized and extremely dangerous. Keep yourself and others away from them. Be aware that trees, pools of water and other objects that may be in contact with power lines. If you see damaged power lines or electrical equipment, call 911 immediately and then notify PG&E at 1 (800) 743-5002. Read full story
December 10, 2014 | Human Resources Department
Avoid holiday stress
The gift of choice. Loading up on obligations, or spending time with people you don't really want to, sets yourself up for stressful situations. Give yourself the gift of choice so when you do accept an invitation or choose to buy presents - you will be happy in the knowledge that you gave yourself the gift of choice and you'll be more likely to experience these events joyfully. Read full story
November 26, 2014 | Human Resources Department
A little exercise each day helps you melt your stress (and calories) away
Have you noticed that we tend to substitute food for entertainment around the holidays? While sitting around the table and enjoying good company and good food is part of many of our traditions, consider scheduling some group activities to get you and your guests away from the table. You will all benefit from better digestion, circulation and the stress release. Read full story
November 25, 2014 | Human Resources Department
Work with the chaos
Isn't it true that we know the chaos is coming and yet it still manages to rock our boats? The lines are long, dressing rooms are packed, parking is non-existent and yet we STILL go out against our good sense. Now that you've chosen the chaos, here are a few tips to get you through it. Read full story
November 21, 2014 | Human Resources Department
Managing holiday-sized portions
Start before you head out the door. Leave the elastic/stretch/loose- fitting clothes at home. Wearing your slim-fitting slacks, a hip-hugging dress, or your smallest belt with no additional holes left to expand, is the first step to managing portion-sizes. Read full story
November 20, 2014 | Human Resources Department
Maintain – Don’t Gain Campaign
With holiday sweets and treats adorning employee break rooms as early October, it's no wonder that maintaining a healthy lifestyle around the holiday season can be a challenge! Read full story