FPM Updates

Dear FPM Colleagues, As we approach the end of the 2021 calendar year, I want to wish you all a happy holiday season and take a moment to reflect on the past year. Although we have returned to some activities that we enjoyed pre-pandemic, like picnics and events on campus, many have still experienced challenges …

Hello, As the seasons change and the time of Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take the opportunity to thank our Facilities, Planning and Management colleagues for your on-going dedication and commitment to FPM and UWM. I am so proud of the excellent work you do every day, and I am grateful to be part of the FPM team with all …

Dear FPM Colleagues, As mentioned in the Chancellor's email last night and in the news yesterday, the Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris, visited UWM's USRB facility yesterday. I want to send a note of gratitude for everyone's support of this visit. Your teamwork and dedication amazed me again. We received many positive …

Hello FPM Staff, Thank you to everyone that attended the FPM event on Tuesday. The last year and a half has been challenging and you have each stepped up and continued to successfully support UWM, so it was nice to gather with food, games, and great colleagues. Special thank you to the FPM Engagement Team …

Good Morning! Just wanted to send a note of appreciation for the exceptional work happening in Facility Services over the last few months.   The Grounds team plows parking lots and sidewalks while the Environmental Services staff clears snow from the building entrances, including steps and ramps. The snow has been relentless this year and …

Good Morning FPM Team, I understand there are many questions/concerns about the COVID-19 testing requirements. The purpose of the testing is to keep people safe by reducing the spread of COVID-19. Many details can be found in the email from HR below. I will try to summarize the main points. This testing requirement ensures routine …

Dear FPM Colleagues, As we approach the end of 2020, I want to wish each of you a happy holiday season and send my gratitude and appreciation for all of you and our Facility, Planning and Management (FPM) accomplishments during a unique and challenging year. I am proud of FPM's collaboration, innovation, and dedication as …

Hi FPM Staff, As the seasons change and the time of Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take the opportunity to thank my Facilities, Planning and Management colleagues for your on-going dedication and commitment to FPM and UWM. In spite of these challenging times, you continue to do excellent work, and I am grateful to be part …

Greetings FPM Staff, There have been many emails and town halls covering a number of topics related to fall 2020 planning. This email is to clarify a few recent announcements and changes that impact FPM staff. COVID-19 Training and Attestation (Acknowledgement). All FPM employees are required to complete updated COVID-19 training package. This training takes approximately …

Hi All! It is great to see the fountain in operation again as we get closer to more campus operations opening and students returning to campus. Thanks to Facility Services staff for bringing the fountain back to operation and for planting and maintaining the beautiful flowers! You got this running just in time for campus …

Hi FPM Staff, There will be an online Town Hall Tomorrow, Thursday, June 25 at 9am for all faculty and staff to provide an update on the Fall 2020 plans and answer questions. If you are unable to attend at the designated time, the event will be recorded and you may access it at a later …

Hello FPM Staff, Here are a few key topics impacting FPM to be aware of over the next two weeks. Intermittent Furlough Day – Friday June 19th The first of the all-campus intermittent furlough days is Friday, June 19th .  The complete, Intermittent Furlough Schedule and related policy information can be accessed at:  https://uwm.edu/coronavirus/faqs/what-are-the-dates-for-intermittent-furloughs/ Some departments in FPM …