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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.a. Health Management Program UpdateAGENDA ITEM: Health Management Program Update AGENDA SECTION: PREPARED BY: Dawn Weitzel, Assistant City Administrator AGENDA NO. "3 A ATTACHMENTS: Resolution Obesity Information and Tables APPROVED BY: RECOMMENDED ACTION: Discussion 4 ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL City Council Work Session: June 14, 2006 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ISSUE: On April 18 City Council adopted a resolution supporting the City of Rosemount's health management activities. As evidence of their support Council endorsed the Biggest Loser Weight Loss Competition developed by Rosemount's Insurance and Benefits Committee. The contest incentives include small fitness- related items, with a grand prize of one vacation day for each member of the winning team. In heu of spending the entire budget of $2,000 for this competition, the Insurance and Benefits Committee would like to utilize confiscated electronics from the Pohce Depait tent to give away as final prizes. BACKGROUND: Early in 2006 the Insurance and Benefits Committee was created to talk about insurance plans the City offers and gather information to share with co- workers on a regular basis. After several meetings it became apparent that m order to reduce the amount of health insurance claims, the group should also be working to influence the way employees think about exercise, nutrition and mental health. As a result, health management activities will be offered this year to enhance the physical, mental and emotional health of City of Rosemount employees. Most of the clinics, seminars and activities result in very little cost to the City and the expenses will fall within the budget for this area. Organizations use health management programs to improve employee morale, reduce health insurance costs, and decrease absenteeism. Research shows that m some cases there are double -digit decreases m sick leave, clinic/hospital visits, disability days, and workers compensation costs as a result of health management programs. Most importantly, health management programs are an inexpensive way to show employees that their employer is interested in them as total persons. Our recent venture, the Biggest Loser Weight Loss Competition, was designed to bring employees together in an effort to lose weight, improve overall health, and create a healthier workplace atinosphere. The contest incorporates the Core Values of teamwork, accountability and integrity. The excitement caused by this competition is remarkable. Not only are employees dropping weight and getting into better shape they feeling better than ever. I have been told by employees that they have much more energy now, there's guilt when not working out, and they're much more conscious of everything eaten. Some have even dropped clothing sizes To these employees it's not lust a competition it's the start of a healthier hfestyle. There are 50 (out of 80) employees, twelve teams, participatmg in the competition. Top prizes are given in accordance to the percent of weight lost. The contest runs through the end of July. May's results are as follows: Top individual. 9 86% weight loss accomplished by biking (everywhere) and working closely with a nutritionist Top team: 5.05% weight loss Total employee weight loss in May is 354.5 pounds To receive tickets for the random drawings in June, employees need to: Lose an additional 6 "new" pounds (1 ticket); and /or Work out with weights /resistance bands for 3 hours and log -in 9 hours of cardio vascular exercise (1 ticket); and /or For three weeks consciously change a bad habit related to your health (i e drink 64 ounces of water a day, try two new fruits a week; stop smoking /chewing, throw away the "ennched," "hydrogenated," or sugary food from your pantry; dnnk less soda a week; etc This healthy lifestyle change information will be compiled into a final report; individual names will not be included in the document. (2 tickets) July's challenges will also keep employees on the road to healthy living. Thus far, pnzes have included fitness oriented gifts such as jump ropes, dumbbells, an exercise ball, yoga mat, weight lifting gloves, a low -fat cookbook, cases of water, pedometers and workout videos. For the final weigh -in we would like to "up the prize ante" but still not exceed our allowed budget. In November 30, 2005 the Police Department confiscated nine electronic devices as part of a fraud investigation. Of these nine items three are :Pods. This fraud investigation has concluded. City policy states that: 7 -6 -2: DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY OTHER THAN MOTOR VEHICLES Unless otherwise specified m this Section or by law, property lawfully corning into the possession of the City and its duly designated agents, in the course of its Municipal operations, shall be stored and safely maintained by the City for a period of sixty (60) days. Such property shall be disposed of by the City in the following manner: (Ord. XIV.19, 4-20 -1999) A. During such sixty (60) day period, the City may deliver such property to the true owner thereof upon proof of ownership, and upon ten (10) days' nonce by mail to other persons who may have asserted a claim of true ownership. In the event ownership cannot be determined to the satisfaction of the City Clerk, or his designee, he may refuse to deliver such property to anyone until ordered to do so by the court. The City Clerk may in his discretion choose to deposit such property with the court if there are sufficient competing claims to the property. B. If the true owner does not claim the property during the sixty (60) day period, the City may release the unclaimed property to the finder of the property if at the time of delivery to the City, the finder indicated m wasting that he or she wished to assert a claim to the property as finder. This subsection is not applicable if the property was found by a City officer, employee or agent in the ordinary course of his duties. (Ord., 10 -16 -1984) C. Upon the expiration of the sixty (60) day period, property remaining unclaimed may be 2 sold by the City to the highest bidder at public auction or sale following ten (10) days' published notice thereof. In lieu of public auction or sale, any of such unclaimed property may be appropriated to the use of the City upon the affirmative resolution of the City Council. If the property is not sold at public auction or sale and is not deemed appropriate for use by the City, the City Clerk may then dispose of the property in any manner deemed appropriate. (Ord. XIV.19, 4 -20 -1999) D. The City Clerk, or his designee, may at any time without notice and in such manner as he determines to be in the public interest, dispose summarily of any property coming into the City's possession which he determines to be dangerous or perishable. The City Clerk shall make a record of the pertinent facts of the receipt and disposal of such property. (Ord., 10 -16 -1984) After talking to the City Attorney it is clear if the three items were used as incentive prizes in the competition they would comply with this policy. He recommended that Council adopt a resolution offering continued support to the health management activities and allow the confiscated equipment for use in the program. It is estimated that the 'Pods would only be worth $100 a piece after using the Pohce Department's time and resources to sell them SUMMARY: In an effort to promote workplace wellness for all employees of the City of Rosemount, the Insurance and Benefits Committee members request that on June 20 Council approve the attached draft resolution. 3 WHEREAS, the City of Rosemount is dedicated to helping its employees achieve greater awareness of health issues; and WHEREAS, a health management program, which includes such elements as providing health clinics /assessments and incentives for healthy lifestyle changes, has been created to enhance the physical, mental and emotional health of all City of Rosemount employees; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rosemount has determined that the employee health management program will reduce absenteeism, reduce health care costs, and increase employee morale and productivity, and is therefore in the public interest and serves a public purpose. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Rosemount approves the employee health management program and authorizes the City Administrator to expend money therefor, within the limitations of the adopted budget and to use objects of donated, confiscated or abandoned personal property owned by the City having a value of no more than $100 as rewards to employees for participation in the program ADOPTED this 20` day of June, 2006. ATTEST: Amy Domeier, City Clerk CITY OF ROSEMOUNT DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION 2006 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE EMPLOYEE HEALTH MANAGEMENT PROGRAM William H. Droste, Mayor Motion by: Seconded by: Obesity MayoClinic com J r p l Inin Diseases Conditions Drugs Supplements Treatment Decisions I Healthy Living Ask a Specialist I Health Tools J} Home Log in r Register now f» RSS WEIGHT LOSS Obesity ARTICLE SECTIONS Overview Causes Risk factors When to seek medical advice Screening and diagnosis 0 Complications Treatment Coping skills Complications If you're obese, you're more likely to develop a number of potentially serious health problems These may include High blood pressure. As you put on weight, you gain mostly fatty tissue Just like other parts of the body, this tissue relies on oxygen and nutrients in your blood to survive As demand for oxygen and nutrients increases, the amount of blood circulating through your body also increases More blood traveling through your arteries means added pressure on your artery walls Weight gain also typically increases the level of insulin, a blood sugar- controlling hormone in your blood The increase in insulin is associated with retention of sodium and water, which increases blood volume In addition, excess weight often is associated with an increase in your heart rate and a reduction in the capacity of your blood vessels to transport blood All of these factors can increase blood pressure Diabetes Obesity is a leading cause of type 2 diabetes Excess fat makes your body resistant to Insulin, the hormone that helps your body maintain a proper level of a sugar (glucose) in your blood If your body is resistant to insulin, your blood sugar is high which isn't good and leads to negative health effects Abnormal blood fats. A diet high in saturated fats red meat and fried foods, for example can lead to obesity as well as elevated levels of low- density lipoprotein "bad cholesterol Obesity is also associated with low levels of high density lipoprotein ("good cholesterol and high levels of trig lycendes Tnglycerides are the form in which most fat exists in food as well as in your body Over time, abnormal blood fats can contnbute to atherosclerosis the buildup of fatty deposits in arteries throughout your body Atherosclerosis puts you at risk of coronary artery disease and stroke Coronary artery disease. This 15 a form of cardiovascular disease It results from the buildup of fatty deposits in arteries that supply your heart Over time these deposits can narrow your heart's arteries so less blood flows to your heart Diminished blood flow to your heart can cause chest pain (angina) Complete blockage can lead to a heart attack Stroke Obesity is associated with atherosclerosis the buildup of fatty deposits in arteries throughout your body including arteries in your brain If a blood clot forms in a narrowed artery in your brain it can block blood flow to an area of your brain The result is a stroke Being obese raises your risk of a stroke Osteoarthrms. This Joint disorder most often affects the knees, hips and lower back Excess weight puts extra pressure on these Joints and wears away the cartilage that protects them, resulting in Joint pain and stiffness Sleep apnea This serious condition causes a person to stop breathing for short periods during sleep and to snore heavily The upper airway is blocked during sleep, which results in frequent awakening at right and subsequent drowsiness during the day Most people with sleep apnea are overweight, which contributes to a large neck and narrowed airways Cancer Many types of cancer are associated with being overweight In women, these include cancers of the breast, uterus, cervix ovaries and gallbladder Overweight men have a particularly higher risk of cancers of the colon, rectum and the prostate Fatty liver disease When you're obese, fats can build up in your liver This fatty accumulation can lead to inflammation and scarring of the liver Such scarring can cause cirrhosis of the liver, even if you're not a heavy alcohol drinker http: /www.mayoclinic com health /obesity /DS00314 /DSECTION =6 Page 1 of 3 I Mayo Clinic Medical Services I Maynchnic corn Pc Find more topics Weight Loss Center Jun o. 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calories Loading up on soft drinks, candy and desserts also promotes weight gain Foods and beverages like these are high in sugar and calories Inactivity Sedentary people are more likely to gain weight because they don't burn calories through physical activities Psychological factors Some people overeat to cope with problems or deal with emotions, such as stress or boredom Genetics If one or both of your parents are obese, your chances of being overweight are greater Your genes may affect the amount of body fat you store and where that fat is distnbuted But, your genetic makeup doesn't guarantee that you'll be obese Age As you get older, you tend to be less active In addition, the amount of muscle in your body tends to decrease with age This lower muscle mass leads to a decrease in metabolism These changes also reduce calorie needs If you don't decrease your caloric intake as you age, you'll likely gain weight Cigarette smoking Smokers tend to gain weight after quitting This weight gain may be partially due to nicotine's ability to raise the rate at which your body burns calories (metabolic rate) When smokers stop, they burn fewer calories Smoking also affects taste, quitting smoking makes food taste and smell better Former smokers often gain weight because they eat more after they quit However, cigarette smoking is still considered a greater threat to your health than is extra weight Pregnancy During pregnancy a woman's weight necessarily increases Some women find this weight difficult to lose after the baby is born This weight gain may contribute to the development of obesity in women Medications Corticosteroids and tricyclic antidepressants, in particular, can lead to weight gain So can some high blood pressure and antipsychotic medications Medical problems Uncommonly, obesity can be traced to a medical cause, such as low thyroid function, excess production of hormones by the adrenal glands (Cushing's syndrome) or other hormonal imbalances, such as polycystic ovary syndrome A low metabolic rate is rare'y a cause of obesity A medical problem, such as arthritis, can also lead to decreased activity, which can result in weight gain Alcohol Drinking alcohol adds calories to your diet just one regular beer is about 150 calories If you don't cut back somewhere else, adding just one beer daily could cause a weight gain of more than one pound a month Additionally, excessive drinking can stimulate your appetite and make you less likely to control portion sizes PREVIOUS I 1 NEXT When to seek medical advice MORE ON THIS TOPIC http: /www.mayoclinic com /health /obesity /DS00314/DSECTION =3 Page 1 of 2 1 Mayo Clinic Medical Servirea I MayoClimr enm Rc Find more topics Weight Loss Center Jun I Visit our Bookstoi CLICK HERE I Togs for Healthier Le STRAIGbT TALK ABOU THE MAYO CLINIC DIET Advertising and sponsorsh 06/07/2006 Obesity Prevalence Trend for U.S. Men (1971 to 2000) NHANES 1971 -1974 NHANES 1976 -1980 NHANES 1988 -1994 NHANES 1999 -2000 60 to 74 Age (Years) 40 8 30 20 0, 10 Source Flegal KM et al JAMA 2002,288 1723-1727. http:// www .obesity.org/subs/fastfacts/Men_NHANES_Prev jog NHANES 1999-2000 NHANES 1988 -1994 NHANES 1976.1980 NHANES 1971-1974 AMERICAN OBESITY AS$OcvnOx+ Page 1 of 1 06/07/2006 Obesity Prevalence Trend for U.S. Women 1971 to 2000) NHANES 1971 -1974 NHANES 1976 -1980 o NHANES 1988 -1994 NHANES 1999.2000 40to59 60 to 74 40 8 30 20 p 10 Age (Years) Source FlegalKM et al JAMA 2002,288 1723-1727 NHANES 1999.2000 NHANES 1988-1994 NHANES 1976.1980 NHANES 1971-1974 http. /www. obesity .org /subs /fastfacts /Women NHANES Prev.jpg 06/07/2006 AMERICAN OBESITY AS5CiCVSN;IIV Page 1 of 1 Obesity Prevalence Trend (1971 to 2000) for U.S. Adolescents (Aged 12 to 19) NHANES 1971 -1974 NHANES 1976- 1980 o NHANES 1988- 1994 NHANES 1999-2000 20 NHANES 1994 -:000 10 r NHANES 1986 -1994 NHANES 1976 -1980 NHANES 1971 -1974 Su•tc OgdenCI O. al AAUP. 20022881726.1732 AMERICAN OBESITY nsid am av Page 1of1 http: /www.obesity.org /subs 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