Health and Wellness Council and Office of Performance Excellence host monthly tunnel tours
Whether you are new to the tunnel system, want an alternate route to and from the office during the winter months, or want to stay active during breaks, this is an excellent opportunity to get those steps in!
The Office of Performance Excellence has partnered with the Health and Wellness Council to offer a monthly walking tour of the state tunnels. Our next walking tour will be on Tuesday, February 27th, 2024, from 12:00-1:00 pm. Anyone interested in participating can meet the Council in the 2 North lobby by the front desk at 11:55 am. We are actively working on calendar holds for the remainder of the year, so stay tuned for more details!
This tour will leave from 2N and enter at the NW corner of Illinois and Washington (i.e., Panera) under the Arts Garden. The tour will take the escalator down and walk the systems, taking you to the Statehouse, Government Center South, Government Center North, and the State Library. These tunnels also directly connect to Government Center South and North garages, which will be pointed out along the tour.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Mia Brewer at MBrewer@health.in.gov or Lindsey Bouza at LBouza@health.in.gov.
Why walk during the day?
It can help improve productivity and focus to take breaks throughout the day.
- IDOH Contractor and State Employee break time policy allows for breaks of less than 20 minutes as part of the regular work day, if they are allowed by supervisors.
- In the link above, people can go to the “Determining Hours Worked” section and read about break time regulations.
- Breaks are not required, but if they are provided:
- A break of less than 20 minutes with no work performed is compensable as part of the regular work day.
- Such breaks can be scheduled if necessary to ensure proper coverage and keep offices open for the public and to monitor usage.
- These walks can also help State employees meet their Daily Step goal for the Active Health incentive if they are choosing to sync their watch.