News

Governor and First Lady Recognize Long Serving Employees
In a video message, 158 employees from Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads were honored who have served the Commonwealth for 40, 45, 50 and 55 or more years. The recognition was done virtually to protect employee health and safety.

Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign (CVC) Sets 25 Percent Participation Goal
CVC has launched its 2020 campaign, which runs through December 31.  Last year, state employees donated $2.2 million to local charities. More...

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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

The Commonwealth is excited to support this annual observance led by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy. This year’s theme is “Increasing Access and Opportunity.” See Governor Northam's  proclamation.

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It's Important to Get A Flu Shot!
This flu season is unique because of COVID-19. Visit a local pharmacy that participates with your state health plan.  More...

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GASB 75 Reporting Guidance Posted
The Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requires state agencies to report their non-Medicare retiree financial liability for post-employment benefits other than pensions (OPEB).

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Governor's Honor Awards Coming This Fall!
The Governor's Honor Awards are tentatively scheduled for November 18, 2020. See more here.

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Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Grace Period Added for 2019 – 2020 Plan Year
In an effort to meet the needs of state employees during these extraordinary times, the Commonwealth has added a one-time grace period to the 2019-2020 FSAs that will extend the period to incur claims until October 31, 2020.

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Events

Oct. 1 - 31
OnTheSquareVA   
Calendar of Events 

Oct. 1 - 31
October Financial Wellness Webinar

Oct. 28 - Nov. 18 - Wednesdays@3:00 pm
"Press Pause" for 10 minutes to create calm and refocus your mind.  Join Coach Lou for live weekly mindfulness guided meditations. To register, CLICK HERE  - Join session via WebEx or dial in:  US Toll Free:+1-866-692-3580  Access code: 171 073 6528.

Oct. 29 - 10:00 am
Drive-thru free flu shot clinic at John Tyler Community College, Midlothian. Administered in parking garage by Capitol Square Healthcare, rain or shine. Health plan and photo IDs required. For members of COVA Care, COVA HealthAware and COVA HDHP plans four years of age and older.

Oct. 29 - Dec. 31 - Thursdays@2:00 pm
OnTheSquareVA presents outer space without leaving your place! Tune in to the Science Museum of Virginia's Facebook page for a live show with brand new material each week.

Oct. 30 - 12:00 pm
Virtual Group Coaching Series: Let Go of the Yo-yo: Achieve a healthy weight that lasts. CLICK HERE to register via WebEx  

Oct. 31
Everything Elections! This is the LAST DAY to vote early, in person at your local Voter Registration Office or satellite voting location. For more information on voting options, locations and hours, contact your local Voter Registration Office.

Nov. 3
Election Day!  Polls open from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm. Find out more at vote.virginia.gov, (800) 552-9745 or TTY 711. 

Nov. 4
Executive Mansion Birdhouse Competition. Design and create your own birdhouse, then enter it into the OnTheSquareVA competition for a chance to have it displayed in the garden at the Executive Mansion!  Submissions due on Nov. 4.  More at the OnTheSquareVA website.