NewsBrief

Happy New Year!

January 2016

Collaborate: We'll collaborate with you to integrate benchmarks and best practices into your human resources programs.

The Cascade People

Final Sick Leave Rules Published

In the spirit of holiday giving, BOLI has (finally) provided us with the final rules for Oregon Sick Leave. For the most part, there are few substantial departures from the draft rules. However, there are a couple notable differences ... Read on.

Five Things You May Not Know About Wine By Joe - Featured Member

Let me introduce you to this custom winemaking company, crafting under the brands of Wine by Joe and Dobbes Family Estate, among others. Did you know ... Read on.

Hot Compliance Question

Question: What are some things to consider when developing an inclement weather policy? Answer.

Cold and Flu Care and Prevention

Flu Season typically occurs during the cold weather from Fall through early Spring in the United States. In an average year 5 to 20 percent of the population will succumb. Annual deaths range somewhere between 3,000 to 48,000 individuals. Read on.

Oregon Business Trends: Significant Trends Summary

The following highlights reflect a sampling of the significant trends reported in the recently published Oregon Business Trends Survey. Overall, the results indicate a fair amount of "conservative optimism" on the part of business executives for 2016 compared to 2015. Read on.

Important Sexual Harassment Case Decided

Recently, a California federal district court decided in Videckis v. Pepperdine University to allow a sexual harassment claim based on sexual orientation, which is not a protected class under federal law... Read on.

Consumer Price Index (CPI)

The most recent update to the Consumer Price Index data for Pacific Cities and U.S. City average was December 15, 2015 for November data.
View CPI table.

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Welcome New Members

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♦ Toklat Originals, Inc.

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Begins February 9

Back to School Puzzle Piece

It's back to school after the holidays. Develop your skills, knowledge and abilities in the important areas of human resource management. Attend HR Academy!

Start by attending the half-day Academy Orientation, then choose your track:

* 100 Level: HR Fundamentals
* 200 Level: HR Professional

Learn more.

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2015-2016 Training Catalog

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