Benefits Spotlight

Access the City of Gahanna’s Benefits Landing Page to learn more about your benefits. This site is available to our employees 24/7 and gives you real-time access to your benefits information!

• MetLife Dental: PDP Plus (Preferred Dental Program) Network
• Metlife Vision: VSP Choice Network

Carrier Contacts

• UMR: Customer Service: Call the number on your ID card OR 1-800-826-9781
• MetLife: Customer Service: 1-800-275-4638

 RxBenefits Card – Now Available! RX Member Cards.

Have questions, thoughts, or concerns?

Call: 800.334.8134, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 

September Safety Tips

Back-to-school Season can Impact your Daily Life 
Here are back-to-school safety tips:

Driving & Commuting Safety

• Slow Down in School Zones: Be extra cautious in school zones, especially during pickup and drop-off hours (typically 7–9 a.m. and 2–4 p.m.).
• Watch for Buses: Never pass a stopped school bus with flashing lights. Be patient—it’s the law.
• Expect Heavier Traffic: Morning and afternoon traffic often increases during the school year. Plan for extra travel time.
• Stay Alert, eliminate distractions
• Adjust Your Route If Needed: If your usual commute passes a school, consider an alternate route to avoid congestion.

Pedestrian Awareness

• Be Mindful of Crosswalks: More children and parents will be walking, especially near intersections and neighborhoods.
• Watch for Bikes & Scooters: Children on bikes or scooters might not follow predictable traffic patterns—stay vigilant.

General Awareness

• Stay Informed About Local Schools: Knowing when school starts in your area helps you anticipate changes in traffic or community flow.
• Support Local Safety Measures: Be patient with crossing guards and new traffic patterns—they’re there for everyone's safety.

Key Resources and Support for Mental Health Assistance

Immediate Help (24/7, Free, Confidential)
Call, Text, or Chat 988: The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline connects for any mental health, substance use, or emotional crisis Dial 988, text 988, or chat online (English and Spanish).

Wellness with OSU Urgent Care & EAP

• As a City of Gahanna employee, you can schedule an appointment with our partners at OSU Urgent Care by calling them directly. The number to the Front Desk 614-366-4578 and their team can be reached during normal business hours for scheduling and questions.  

• Through our EAP Provider, Bronson HelpNet, you can request non-urgent counseling online quickly and easily. Access the Online Request form for Counseling Services. 

Quote of the Month

“Strength shows not only in the ability to persist but in the ability to start over.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald

New Employee Spotlight

• Katrina Tennis-Malick – Has a black dog name Busch and is a 2-time graduate of BGSU.
• Sarah Ruff – Rec Supervisor – Sarah hiked the Inca Trail to visit Macchu Pichu in Peru and she has an orange pet cat named Waylon.
• Kate Servick – Kate has been resident of Gahanna since she was 5 years old and chose Gahanna as her family. She has 3 boys (2, 3, & 6) who are a lot of fun and keep her on her toes.