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CITY OF ELK RIVER <br />EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION PROGRAM POLICY <br />Purpose of Policyr <br />To express appreciation and recognition to employees for their service to the citizens of Elk River. <br />Formally recognizing employees' contributions and commitment to the City results in higher morale and <br />productivity among all City of Elk River employees and therefore helps the City to fulfill its <br />responsibilities efficiently and more cost effectively. <br />Employee Recognition Program Committee <br />Committee members shall be comprised of employee volunteers from a variety of departments of the <br />City. The committee is responsible for planning events used to show appreciation to all City employees <br />and coordinate years of service recognition. <br />Events Provided <br />The Committee may provide different events from year to year as the budget allows. Events will be <br />approved by the City Administrator and City Council. Events shall be planned with the purpose of <br />showing appreciation to employees for their service to the citizens of Elk River and recognizing <br />employees at each 5 year increment of service with a certificate. Employees who have completed 20 or <br />more years of service will also receive a nominal gift such as a nice frame, pen set, trophy, or plaque at <br />each 5 year increment. <br />Funding <br />The budget will be approved each year by the City Council. <br />C:\Documents and Settings\jmiller\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\OLK3E\Policy.doc <br />