Closed Session (5)Public Comment
From:
Kristen Ellison
Sent:
Tuesday, June 8, 2021 9:15 AM
To:
Public Comment
Subject:
Telecommuting Option for Undervalued Employees
It was originally my intention to support this cause in person when this meeting was set for the normal time of 5pm.
Because it has been rescheduled during work hours and my work duties will always be a higher priority, I am opting to
express my support in writing.
I recently returned to the office after working from home for a full year due to the pandemic. After receiving my
performance review, I found that I am the second highest performing member of my group. Unfortunately, this
distinction comes with zero reward as I have consistently performed at a high level and have not seen even a penny
raise since 2017. It is quite embarrassing to be working on my degree in Business Administration, continually be
recognized as a valued full time employee of an internationally recognized City and yet still be considered
underemployed as a low income worker.
Seeing as how the option of working from home was a perk that allowed me to save a considerable amount of money on
commuting expenses, work attire and office lunches (as well as other non -tangible benefits), for a short time this job
showed promise. Now that the City has forced workers to return to the office and yet Council continues to fight against
providing us even a 2% raise, I am actively looking for better position elsewhere.
Sincerely,
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Billing / Account Maintenance Division
Anaheim Public Utilities
714.765.3300 x5616