provide your thoughts on the airports. The feedback I have received has been very insightful and I appreciate the time you have given me.  I’m looking forward to engaging with more employees at staff meetings across the airports, as well as sharing my thoughts from these listening tours in the coming weeks.  

While I continue to make my way across the DOA, I have also begun meeting with elected officials, local and regional leaders and members of the Airport Advisory Board.  PHL and PNE are vital economic engines for the Greater Philadelphia Region. Understanding expectations and receiving input from stakeholders at the city, regional and federal level is necessary for the DOA to continue to grow and have a meaningful impact in our service area.  

I have said since I arrived in Philadelphia that I am impressed by how passionate our airport team members are about the city and being the best airport in the country. I am also impressed by our staff’s willingness to learn about each other and our diverse cultures. Black History Month provides a great opportunity to promote dialogue and gain a better understanding of the challenges many face every day. The Racial Equity Advisory Council (REAC) has planned a robust series of events throughout the month, and I encourage all of you to take time to participate in the activities.  I also ask managers to allow interested staff members to attend events when possible.  

Thank you all for your continued support.  I hope to see you at the REAC events and during meetings at the airports.  

Atif 

DOA Celebrates Black History Month 2023

Mark your calendars for REAC's 2023 Black History Month programs. Events will be held throughout February and include: 

• Fri-YAY! Black History Gameday, Friday, February 24, Noon: Join the Training and Development team for a special edition of the Fri-YAY! Water Cooler Conversation. There will games, friendly competition, and a chance to win bragging rights with your colleagues (click here to join the Teams meeting)
  
   
• Just Mercy Virtual Book Club Discussion, February 23, Noon-1 p.m.: REAC members Elizabeth Moselle and Tamara Whitfield, will co-facilitate the discussion. of Bryan Stevenson's book. Stevenson was a young lawyer when he founded the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), a nonprofit law office in Montgomery, Alabama, dedicated to defending the poor, the incarcerated, and the wrongly condemned. Look for the discussion invite via email. 
  
   
• REAC Virtual Roundtable, Tuesday, February 28, 2-3:30 p.m.: DOA Deputy Chief Revenue Officer Adam Mitchell will moderate this lively panel with participants Josie Pickens, Chief DEI Officer, City of Philadelphia Office of the Mayor; Valerie, Hosendorf, Deputy Directo, City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources; Lynn T. Newsome, Deputy Commerce Director for the Office of Economic Opportunity; and Mike Lee, Esq., Chief of Staff, Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office

For more ideas on things to do in and around Philadelphia to celebrate Black History Month, PHL Art Program exhibitions highlighting the work of Black artists and more, check out phl.org/bhm2023 often.

HR Updates

It’s W2 Season! 

W2s are now available in OnePhilly.  Click here for: 2022 W2 information.   

Click links for guides on how to navigate your W2 information and locate your W2 in the OnePhilly system.  If you require assistance with obtaining your W2 and/or logging into the OnePhilly system, please email [email protected] or call (215) 863-EZHR. 

Rework Reminder: Symptom Chart to help you through Flu Season! 

Resources: Updated COVID-19 protocols for City Employees and employee screening policy. 

Support your work safety by emailing [email protected]  to receive two COVID-19 tests from HR/Safety. 

OnePhilly Leave Options  

Effective January 1, 2023, through March 31, 2023, employees will be able to access the below listed options in the OnePhilly System under the COP HR Employee Self Service icon. 

1. Donate Comp Time to DC 47 Catastrophic Leave Bank 
2. Catastrophic Leave Donation to Union Bank 
3. Union Employee Sick to Vacation 
4. Union Employee Vacation Sellback 
5. *Specific Emp to Emp Leave Donation (Catastrophic Leave)* 

 * Must know the payroll number of the employee you want to receive the donation AND that employee must have exhausted all their available leave. 

Questions may be forwarded to [email protected]. 

Upcoming City Resource Group Meetings 

Email [email protected] for information on how to join! 

PHL/PNE Young Professionals (YoPro) Empowerment Group 

We are proud to announce a NEW Airport Empowerment Group (AEG) called YoPro! 

YoPro stands for Young Professionals. The group is for employees under 40 in professional, paraprofessional and select clerical positions.  The first meeting will be held on February 28 at 11 AM.  For more information, email [email protected]. 

ABOUT CRGs & AEGs: Employee Resource groups are designed to ultimately make the City of Philadelphia and Department of Aviation, respectively, more inclusive places to work. Focus areas include: Networking, Talent Development, and Enhancing Diversity & Inclusion Strategies and Initiatives. 

If you are interested in participating or leading an Airport Empowerment Group at PHL/PNE, email your idea(s) to [email protected]. There must be five people and a leader to implement. 

Training Calendar 

The "Biggest Loser Challenge" kicked off on January 25th and will run through April 24! 

PHL WELL will host BROWN BAG workshops, open to all employees, throughout the challenge. February activities include: 

Financial Wellness Series | Retirement Planning 

Retirement planning can help you determine retirement income goals, risk tolerance, and the actions and decisions necessary to achieve those goals. Early planning can also help fill in the gaps and answer key questions that will help you create a regular flow of income after retirement.  

February 16th, 2023 from Noon- 1 PM  

Join Zoom Meeting 

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83670677084?pwd=VnlDTjhRcjJldk5qYUpBem0va1Bwdz09 

Dial by your location 

        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) 

Meeting ID: 836 7067 7084 

Passcode: 955104 

Mental Health Series | Restoring Balance, the Secret to Self-Care

Facilitated by Carol Rickard, LCSW from Penn Behavioral Health 

Do you find you’re so busy “doing things” or taking care of others that you don’t take care of yourself?  Do you know that self-car is important, but don't know HOW to fit it in? Learn how self-care can become part of your daily life! 

Time: Feb 9, Noon Eastern Time (US and Canada) 

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87366359647?pwd=Q1hmVG93TnJYdFVGblVoTU1rRVV2dz09 

Dial by your location 

        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) 

Meeting ID: 873 6635 9647 

Passcode: 661893 

To receive notification of employee updates directly to your phone, email [email protected] with your email and/or cell phone number. 

Staff Promotions

Congratulations to the following staff members who were promoted in December:

Jeanine Wing - Custodial Worker 2

Khiree  Brodie - Custodial Worker 2

Lanisha Smart - Custodial Worker 2

Raul Werts - Custodial Worker 2

Vance Gibson - Custodial Worker 2

William Fougere - Electronic Equipment Supervisor

New Hires

Welcome to our newest staff members:

Aaron Ollision - Semiskilled Laborer

Clifford Sulham - Airport Operations Trainee

David Dawson - Staff Engineer 1

James Vaidyan - Service Representative

Joseph Avila-Guilin - Graphic Design Specialist

Marcus Thomas - Custodial Worker 1

Melvyn Singleton - Custodial Worker 2 (Reinstatement)

Information Security Update 

Training Reminder

All DOA employees and contractors with access to airport email must complete the mandatory yearly Security Awareness Training modules.  You can find access to this training here (Log in with your airport Office 365 credentials): https://training.knowbe4.com/

CISA Releases Phishing Infographic

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency  (CISA) recently released an infographic (CISA Phishing Infographic) which provides a summary of how threat actors execute successful phishing attacks.  CISA recommends that stakeholders such as the DOA use this information to help educate users on how to spot and avoid phishing attacks.

CIS Tips – Securing Your Home Network

CIS (Center for Internet Security) recently released a blog on tips to secure your home network against cyber threats.  Our homes now have all types of devices that connect to the internet - including TVs, thermostats, cameras, doorbells, and coffee pots.  Use this link to read up on CIS’s recommendations for keeping your home network secure.  This includes actions like using current hardware, changing default passwords, and using WiFi encryption.  Read more here!   

Avoid MFA Attacks

Hackers are always looking for ways to bypass an organization’s security.  With Multi-Factor Authentication enabled on accounts, hackers now need to bypass this for a successful attack.  One way to do this is to send the victim user repeated MFA prompts in the hope that they will click “Approve”.  Never approve an MFA request you did not initiate and inform the Helpdesk if you are prompted for an MFA approval without expecting one. The Helpdesk can be contacted at 215-937-5579 (HELP) or [email protected].

Save a Life and Give Blood at the PHL February Blood Drive

DOA Team Volunteers for MLK Day of Service

On January 13, Assistant Director of Community Engagement Keesha Lane led a team of DOA volunteers for a community service project at Bethesda Project in observance of MLK Day. Keesha, who described the experience as humbling and rewarding, said "We began our day at Bethesda by rolling up our sleeves and cleaning common use areas.  After housekeeping, we provided residents with snack boxes filled with goodies. We ended our visit on a high note by playing games and interacting with residents and staff. This opportunity helped build comradery amongst PHL staff and hopefully lifted the hearts and spirits of some of the most vulnerable in our communities."

A special thank you to Linda Ivey, Leah Douglas, Jeremiah Hall, Zoraida Antonetty, and Jackie Lewis who served with their hearts as well as their hands.

PHL Food and Shops News

Join former Eagles linebacker Seth Joyner for a special Super Bowl edition of Sports Talk PHL on February 3 at noon on the B/C stage. Special guests will be Eagles broadcasters Merrill Reese and Mike Quick for a discussion on the NFC Champion Eagles, autographs and giveaways.  

January Ribbon Cuttings: 

On January 24 and 25, PHL Food and Shops celebrated the airport's newest concessions: Qdoba (Terminal F), Sbarro and Evolve (Terminal A-West) and Carry-On (Terminal B) 

February Discounts and Promotions: 

During the month of February, MarketPlacePHL is celebrating Black History Month by featuring Black authored books at the airport’s bookstores. Employees and passengers are encouraged to scan provided QR-codes to win one of the featured editions. 

Need a Valentine’s Day gift? Lilly Palmer will open two pop-up flower shops from February 11-14 by the Terminal B and Terminal E exits. Bouquets start at $20. 

Treat yourself to a Valentine's Day meal. Use code LOVE23 on Valentine's Day for $5 off your Grab app or OrderAtPHL.com order. 

To sign up for employee discounts, text PHLSHOPDINE to 267-550-0996. 

The Latest from PHL's Online Newsletter 

At the Airport 

PHL to Open New Airport Operations Center 

PHL is looking forward to opening its new Airport Operations Center (AOC) in early 2023 in the current Communications Center in Terminal C. 

PHL Installs Technology for Biometric Boarding Process 

PHL is installing facial biometric technology at 25 boarding gates in Terminals A-East and A-West to help U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) process departing passengers on international flights safely and efficiently. 

DOA Welcomes Jacqueline Lewis as Deputy Director of External Affairs and Konstantinos “Gus” Tsakos as Deputy Director of Internal Audit and Compliance 

The City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation recently announced Jacqueline Lewis as its new Deputy Director of External Affairs and Konstantinos "Gus" Tsakos as the Deputy Director of Internal Audit and Compliance.

People at PHL 

PHL Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Prime Flight Aviation - American Airlines Baggage Service Supervisor Kellie Guy 

Prime Flight Aviation - American Airlines Baggage Service Supervisor Kellie Guy was recognized in the “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work” category of PHL's Employee Recognition Program. This distinction acknowledges employees who create a positive guest experience through service and delivery while collaborating with other organizations.     

PHL Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Division of Aviation (DOA) Airport Communications Operator II Ashly Francis 

The Department of Aviation’s Airport Communications Operator II Ashly Francis was recently recognized in the “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work” category of PHL's Employee Recognition Program. This distinction acknowledges employees who create a positive guest experience through service and delivery while collaborating with other organizations.