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Scott Community College: Survive Financially in Retirement
Thinking about retiring? Scott Community College is offering a course that focuses on the financial challenges and opportunities unique to today's retirees. If you are thinking of retiring, this course will teach you fundamental principles of financial planning in retirement. Learn how to better manage and control your investments; get information on basic tax reduction strategies; increase your monthly income; protect your life's savings from investment mistakes, and avoid unnecessary estate taxes. Learn how to plan for the threat of a healthcare catastrophe; how to reduce taxes on retirement account distributions; and how to pass your life's savings to your heirs with minimal probate, tax and legal costs.
Posted: September 15, 2017
Policy Updates
The following policies were approved by the Board on Thursday, September 7, 2017: Administrative Policy D “Classification and Compensation” has been updated to add language regarding any outcomes from the anticipated salary study of positions. Additionally it updates the administrative procedures...
Posted: September 8, 2017
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2018 ISAC Scholarship Opportunity
The Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC) is a private, nonprofit corporation whose members are county officials and employees from the 99 counties in Iowa. ISAC has established scholarships which are funded by the ISAC Education Foundation. In 2017, ISAC awarded six $2,500 scholarships, six $1,000 scholarships, and one $2,500 past president scholarship. The scholarships go to high school seniors who are the children of county officials and county employees. ISAC has had a scholarship program for about 18 years. All of the scholarship winners are recognized at a ceremony that takes place every year as part of the business meeting at the ISAC Legislative Conference. Deadline for entries for the 2018 ISAC Scholarships is December 8, 2017 and Scholarships will be awareded during the ISAC Legislative Conference General Session on March 15, 2018.
Posted: September 8, 2017
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Tuesday Tidbit
Are you considering participating in a Medical Care FSA for 2018? You can use the money you’ve set aside to pay for medical expenses not covered by insurance, such as copays for office visits & prescriptions, vision expenses after insurance including Lasik, and dental care or orthodontia (both preventative and restorative) after insurance. Some over-the-counter expenses that qualify (unless reimbursed by insurance) include: diabetic supplies, contact lens solution, denture adhesive, personal test kits, blood pressure meter, adhesive or elastic bandages, and thermometers.
Posted: September 5, 2017
2017 PRIDE Celebration
2017 PRIDE PARTY Thursday November 9th 4:00-7:00 Starlite Ball Room Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds Sign Up Here (RSVP by Oct 26) Update: 2017 PRIDE PARTY RAFFLE WINNERS Thanks again to Department Heads and Elected Officials for donating the money for this raffle! Ardel Wright, Retiree Yvonne Bright...
Posted: August 30, 2017
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Healthy Potluck Day!
Each department is encouraged to plan their very own Healthy Potluck Day this September! Pick a day! Discuss what day works best for the coworkers in your department. Bring a healthy dish or snack to share with coworkers. Snap a picture of your department’s spread and email it to Christina. Submit your name at the end of the month for your chance to win!
Posted: August 29, 2017
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Dorothy Award
Congratulations to the newest recipient of the traveling Dorothy Award. The Dorothy Award
Posted: August 25, 2017
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Wednesday Wellness Word
Why is Walking the Most Popular Form of Exercise? When it comes to simple ways to be healthy, walking is all the rage. Follow these tips getting started and learn more about fitness walking. You can get active in lots of ways, but walking is one of the easiest! For most people, it’s safe, easy to stick with, and low- or no-cost. It doesn’t require any special skills or equipment. For such a simple activity, it has so many benefits.
Posted: August 23, 2017
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Wednesday Wellness Word
Overcoming Your Exercise Obstacles: Five common excuses keep many people from the benefits of exercise. Here's how to overcome these barriers and enjoy being more active. "I don't have time to exercise ." " Exercise is boring ." Does this sound like you? If you've used these or similar excuses to avoid exercise, you're not alone. Two out of three Americans are not getting enough exercise. Don't let these excuses stop you from exercising. Here are the top five barriers to exercise and ways to hurdle over them:
Posted: August 16, 2017
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Tuesday Tidbit
Virtual Visits: With a virtual visit you can see and talk to a doctor online, any time. Did you know they are included in your health plan coverage AND at a reduced co-pay from a regular office visit? When you don’t feel well, or your child is sick, the last thing you want to do is leave the comfort of home to sit in a waiting room. With Virtual Visits, you don’t have to! A Virtual Visit lets you see and talk to a doctor from your mobile device or computer without an appointment, 24/7. Most visits take about 10-15 minutes and doctors can write a prescription, if needed, that you can pick up at your local pharmacy.
Posted: August 15, 2017

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