Citizens Energy Group Returns to Frederick Douglass Park

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 1:03 PM
After making major renovations to Frederick Douglass Park’s Family Center in 2019, Citizens Energy Group returned to the Park for the 2020 Sharing the Dream event to transform the golf course clubhouse.
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Employees Enjoy Indy Fuel Hockey Game

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:59 PM
As a sponsor of Indy Fuel hockey, Citizens Energy Group received a section of free tickets to the February 9 game, and employees had the opportunity to sign up to win tickets. At the game, President and CEO Jeffrey Harrison addressed the crowd and shared more about Citizens’ partnership with Multiplying Good and the Jefferson Awards. Several past recipients of the Jefferson Award were recognized at the game.
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Mobile App Technology Increasing Efficiencies

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:53 PM
After the two sanitary sewer cave-ins in downtown Indianapolis during the summer of 2018, Bill Adams, Technical Specialist V, Program and Technical Services, used existing software to create a mobile application to assist with infrastructure inspections. Since then, the utilization of the mobile app technology has been deployed throughout Citizens and has greatly increased productivity.
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Chris Braun, An Instrumental Leader of the Trust

By Daniel Considine on 2/28/20 12:43 PM
Over his 33-year career, Chris Braun, Vice President, Energy Operations, helped lead the Energy Division of the Trust to new levels of safety, operational excellence and teamwork.
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Q&A: Meet Our Newest Vice President, J.P. Ghio

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:41 PM
J.P. Ghio joined Citizens Energy Group on January 6 and will succeed Chris Braun as Vice President, Energy Operations, upon Braun’s retirement on April 1. Learn more about J.P. below.
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Fall Creek Plant, Distribution System Earn Partnership for Safe Water Awards

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:37 PM
Citizens Energy Group received notification that the Fall Creek Water Treatment Plant and the Distribution System won Phase III Directors Awards from the Partnership for Safe Water.
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2019 Annual Customer Champion Award Winner

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:34 PM
At the January Leadership Forum, Curtis Popp, Vice President, Customer Operations, recognized Jonathan Berry, Lead Water Treatment Operator with Citizens Westfield, as the 2019 annual Customer Champion Award winner.
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Citizens 2019 Annual Report Available Online

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:30 PM
Citizens Energy Group’s 2019 Annual Report is available on its external website. The Annual Report is an account of our commitment to operate with unparalleled excellence and integrity as we build and renew our businesses to remain competitive, add value, and create the greatest long-term benefit for our customers and communities.
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Partnership Offers Opportunities to Connect to Community

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:27 PM
Citizens Energy Group has recently partnered with IndyHub to provide opportunities for employees to connect to the Indianapolis community.
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Harrison Named Champion of Diversity

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:25 PM
Citizens’ President and CEO Jeffrey Harrison was named a Champion of Diversity by Indiana Minority Business Magazine at its 15th annual awards dinner on January 17.
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COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY: Protecting Our Ground Water

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:23 PM
Citizens Energy Group uses both surface water and ground water as sources of supply for its drinking water utilities. While surface water contamination is often visible, adverse impacts to ground water can be more difficult to detect.
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QUALITY CORNER: Gemba Walks, CLASS Training and Certifications

By Susan Harris on 2/28/20 12:21 PM
Find out what a Gemba Walk is and learn which employees recently have earned CLASS certification. Also, see a list of upcoming training available to employees.
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HELPFUL HINT FROM HR: Calendar Year 2020 Paid Days Off

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 12:09 PM
Below is a list of all 2020 paid holidays:
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HEALTHY CITIZENS: Heart Month, Health Screenings, Mini Marathon Discount

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 11:56 AM
Read more about how employees kicked off American Hearth Month, how to sign up for a health screenings, how to get a discount on 500 Festival Mini Marathon or 5K registration, and learn who was recently named a Wellness Champion.
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10 Thousand Trees Featured at National Conference

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 11:52 AM
Citizens Energy Group’s Olivia Hawbaker spoke about our 10 Thousand Trees program at the Keep America Beautiful National Conference on February 13.
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SAVE THE DATE: 2020 Quarter Century Club Induction

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 11:45 AM
The 81st Annual Quarter Century Club Awards and Reception will take place at the Scottish Rite Cathedral on Thursday, September 10.
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SAVE THE DATE: 2020 Spring Bass Fishing Tournament

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 11:09 AM
The 2020 Spring Bass Fishing Tournament will be held Saturday, April 11. All employees, past and present, are welcome to participate.
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY TIPS: Improve the Efficiency of Your Water Heater

By Brett McClellan on 2/28/20 11:07 AM
By adjusting your water heater’s setting and adding some insulation, you can save money on your utility bill. Follow these tips to improve the efficiency of your home’s natural gas water heater.
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SAFETY TIPS: March is Eye Safety Month

By Don Bryant on 2/28/20 11:06 AM
Taking simple safety precautions can prevent serious eye injuries. This month – recognized as Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month – we’re sharing a few facts about eye injuries and reminding you to always keep safety in mind.
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New Employees, Service Awards, In Memoriam (March 2020)

By Mandy Saucerman on 2/28/20 11:01 AM
Find out who is celebrating a service milestone and who has joined Citizens as a new employee. Included in this month's Engauge are three "in memoriam" announcements.
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