May 2020 Newsletter

Welcome to the New Employee Newsletter:

Welcome to the first digital version of the PHL/PNE employee newsletter. The past month-and-a-half has been a period of adjustment for DoA employees—working from home, meeting in Teams, practicing physical distancing and wearing masks at the airport and receiving the latest employee updates in emails and online.  As we continue to observe stay-at-home orders, the newsletter will be distributed via email, featuring briefs on important updates and stories from the new DoA Newsroom. Click on the links in each brief for the entire story.

Remember to check email and phl.org/employeeupdates for important DOA and City of Philadelphia updates.

Chellie Cameron

A Message from CEO Chellie Cameron:

Hi Team PHL and PNE. I hope you and your families are safe and healthy during this challenging time. As most of us continue to work apart, we are together in spirit.

Much has changed at the Airport and in the aviation industry since we were last together in March. In my video updates and the employee email communications, you’ve heard about the CARES Act and the federal funds we are receiving that will ensure PHL and PNE will remain open and operating through the end of the fiscal year. We are ready to begin our journey on the Runway to Recovery. It will not be easy and it will take some time, but we are resilient and can meet the challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis through our continued teamwork. I’m excited to announce that along the way, I’ll introduce you to the key players and our plans through the new Runway to Recovery video series. Watch your email for a link to the first episode—an interview with Stephanie Wear, our director of Air Service Development—recorded this week.  

We don’t know when we will be together again. I’m looking forward to seeing you in the offices and the terminals. Until then, stay safe.

-Chellie

PHL & PNE: Together, We Arise

While the staff may be physically apart, DoA employees continue to work as a team. Some staff members recently came together- virtually- to demonstrate how we get our jobs done and are together with each other in spirit, for a new video message. Be sure to watch for some special guest appearances.

 

 

In Remembrance: Jack McCourt and John McWilliams

PHL and PNE is mourning the unexpected loss of two respected and beloved members of the Airport community. Safety Manager Jack McCourt passed away on Monday, April 6, and Communications Center Supervisor John McWilliams, passed away on April 23. 

Jack served at PHL and PNE for 20 years, and he and took his role as our Safety Manager very seriously. He is survived by Laurie, his wife of over 30 years, and their three children, Krista, John and Brenden. To view the Flickr album with photos contributed by Jack’s colleagues, visit Remembering Jack McCourt

John worked at PHL for more than 17 years, first as an operator and then as a leader. John is survived by his wife Asanatou and his four children, Zanor, Emmoline, Joel and Johnatu. In lieu of cards and flowers, the Communications Center has started a GoFundMe page, McWilliams Family Memorial, to support expenses for John’s funeral arrangements. Please feel free to contribute, or contact Louis Poinson or Judi Wright if you have any questions. 

Virtual Training and Wellness Workshops for May and June

During a time when distancing is a mandated means of survival and maintaining safety and wellness for all, we are continuously developing ways for us as an organization to safely come together, stay connected and engaged with one another. Please see below the list of upcoming Virtual training and self-paced workshops we have successfully put together for all DOA team members:

To register for each of the sessions in PHL University please visit https://phluniversity.csod.com/  log in, and search for and register for each the course or workshop titles on the "Calendar" located on the PHL University home page. 

Virtual Wellness Series Sessions

Date 

Time

Mindfulness

5/7/2020

1 PM-2 PM

Stress Management 

5/21/2020

1 PM-2 PM

Relaxation 

6/4/2020

1 PM-2 PM

Virtual Professional Development Sessions

Date

Time

DISC and You

5/6/2020

10 AM-12 PM

Meetings That Matter

5/5/2020

1:30 PM-2:30 PM

Real-time Feedback

5/7/2020

10 AM-11 AM

Intro to Stakeholder Management

5/13/2020

3 PM- 4 PM 

Decision Making

5/13/2020

10 AM-12 PM

Storytelling

5/14/2020

1:30 PM-3 PM

DISC and Your Team

5/19/2020

2 PM-3 PM

Ideation

5/21/2020

10 AM-12 PM

Can't make the virtual sessions and want to take classes at your own pace? Below are some classes on PHL University that are available to you at anytime!

DOA Admin Professional's PHL University Online Course Playlist

DOA HR Supervisors and Managers PHL University Online Course Playlist

Is this your first time logging in? Please see attached instructions for how to log into PHL University. If you have any issues logging in please either call Yheralis Lantigua at 267-760-4144 or email the HR Training Team at [email protected] and we will gladly assist you!

We hope you stay safe and well and look forward to seeing you in all of the Training sessions and workshops mentioned above!

Best Regards,

Mrs. Ashlee Franklin

Training Coordinator

Philadelphia International Airport

Phone: 215-863-3810

 

Manager: Yheralis Lantigua, MPA

Training and Development Officer

Phone: 215-863-3956

 

Tips for Working from Home 

Many DOA employees have been working from home since March 17 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Making the adjustment from the workplace to a home office can be challenging. Here are some tips on how to set up a home office that’s ergonomically friendly. 

Not only are employees working from home, they are sharing "office space" with family and children. Here are 14 rules to help you and your family adjust to working and learning from home. Juggling childcare and telework can be also be stressful. Click here for realistic tips on how to get through it all. 

Zoom, Skype, Teams-- so many ways to connect for DOA and external meetings. How can you make the video conferencing experience better? Click here.  

 

Shuttle Busing on SEPTA's Airport Line May 10-30 

The next phase of SEPTA’s Southwest Connection Improvement Project (SCIP) will begin Sunday, May 10. Buses will replace trains on the Airport Line between 30th Street Station and the Airport from May 10-Saturday May 30 to accommodate the construction. Buses will operate according to the Airport Line’s current Lifeline Schedule, with service frequency every two hours. There is a limit of 20 passengers per bus for safe physically distancing.

For more information, visit SEPTA's SCIP website.

 

The Latest from PHL’s Online Newsroom:

PHL to Receive $116M, PNE $157,000 from CARES Act

 PHL and PNE will receive approximately $116 million and $157,000, respectively, in CARES Act funding to support airport worker jobs, keep credit stable and allow the airport to meet ongoing expenditures. Read more.

 

Looking Back, Moving Forward
PHL entered 2020 on a high, having had a record year in 2019; what a difference a couple of months make! While the PHL team continues to work hard to overcome the challenges brought on by COVID-19, we invite you to reflect on last year’s successes, highlighted in the recently published 2019 annual report, Gaining Altitude. Read more.

 

50 Years of Earth Day

 The Division of Aviation’s Capital Development team didn’t let social distancing prevent them from virtually gathering to discuss the ways PHL and PNE are making a difference for people and the planet, in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Check out their video.

 

Planes on the Deicing Pad in April?

It’s springtime in Philadelphia, so what are planes doing in the deicing pad at PHL? No need to check your weather app, just click on this story to find out why.

 

TSA Security Screening During COVID-19

 The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has temporarily modified its security screening process. Find out more.

 

PHL’s Sustainability Program Faces the Challenges of COVID-19

 Yes, you can still empty your water bottles at our liquid collection units, as PHL’s commitment to sustainability continues. What else are we doing? Read more.

 

Cooking with the DOA Staff:

One way to stay connected to the co-workers we are used to seeing, and often sharing lunchbreaks with, is to share favorite recipes. Here is a one from Clerical Assistant Alycia Speas:

Alycia’s Fish Tacos:

Ingredients:

  • Fish (your favorite)
  • Coleslaw mix
  • Mayonnaise
  • Oil (olive oil for healthier option)
  • Lime juice
  • Honey
  • Cilantro (optional, but recommended)
  • Tortilla wraps (low carb for a healthier option)

Measurements:

  • Eyeball it (my mom always told me to add a little at a time until it's just right!)

Instructions:

Slaw topping (make as much as you need to cover the amount of fish you're cooking. Season to your liking):

  1. Place coleslaw mix in a big bowl. Mix in mayo so that slaw is generously covered.
  2. Mix in honey until slaw tastes sweet.
  3. Mix in lime juice until the slaw taste sweet and tangy.
  4. Cover and place bowl in refrigerator

Fish and tortilla:

  1. Heat oil in pan while seasoning fish (here's a tip I learned from Gordon Ramsey: dry meat with a paper towel before seasoning so it sticks)
  2. Cut tortillas into fours and place in the center on stove so they warm up.
  3. When oil is hot, place fish in pan and cook on both sides until done. You want to get a crispy outside.

Place fish in tortilla, cover with slaw, top with chopped cilantro and lime juice and devour!

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Media Contacts

Christine Ottow
Director of Strategic Communications
267-760-3931
[email protected]
Heather Redfern
Public Affairs Manager
215-600-6105
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