Many of you have expressed fear and safety concerns about going into the office during this period of unrest in Minnesota. MAPE leadership had informal discussions with Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) about workplace protections and increasing telework. MMB indicated a willingness to allow agencies to expand telework flexibility for all state employees.

Employees can request increased flexibility due to reasons including your own safety, school closures or other circumstances beyond your control. Reach out to your supervisor and copy human resources (HR) requesting a temporary increase in telework.

MMB advised HR directors to use flexibility and reasonableness with employees who don't feel safe going into the office during this time, though discretion remains with your supervisor. MMB said they will not enforce makeup office days. If you feel a supervisor's response is unreasonable, reach out to your MAPE steward and we will do our best to support you in this request.