SAVE THE DATECHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY IS BACK!

This special day promises to be filled with lots of joy! Children are treated to a magical and unforget-table holiday celebration in a carnival setting with pony rides, good food, music, games and activities!

Registration forms will be made available this Thursday, November 17th along with your checks. (Please return the forms to the Human Resources office by December 7th.

Tickets go pretty fast and they are on first-come first served basis!)

Interested in volunteering the event? We certainly need your help! Please contact Human Resources at extension 7281 to be added to the list of volunteers!

It is with great pleasure to announce that we will be hosting the 32nd Annual Children’s Christmas Event!

WHEN

Wednesday, December 21st, 2016

WHO MAY ATTEND

Children & Grandchildren of Active Team Members (limit to 5)

1 to 10 Years of Age.

Don’t forget to wish your peers a happy birthday! If you prefer not to share this information, please inform us by calling ext. 7201. We’ll be happy to let you cel-ebrate privately.

Tanh La, Jhing Manzano, Max Nguyen, Michael Vo, Monica Maldonado, Carrie Chen, Claudia Galaviz, Al-fredo Rocha Jimenez, Chuan Zhao, Adelaida Araujo, Aleko Khanlian, Alexander Hua, Jeremy Hartley, Qi Wang, Sam Simonian, Cuc Nguyen, Zack Esmaili, Phi-ravy Chung, Javier Torres, Shiming Qiu, Tianyi Zhou, Walid Gerges, Diana Canchetec, Samuel Perez, Panit Suckhasem, Fok Tam, Laura Rubio, Hai Le, Fatima Danque, Rafael Torres, Manuel Ceasar, Jeffrey Pastel, Maria Huerta, Ju Huang, Cesar Barrera, Alfredo Rocha-Mendez, Jerry Huang, Ramiro Robles, Guadalupe Ville-gas, Yuyi Jiang, Sovan-Komar Loeung, Elisa Diaz Rodri-guez, Thai Trinh, Long Tran, Xinyao Lu, Sonia Luna, Jose Acevedo Graciano, Maria Delgado, Kitti Srivapa, San-dra Torres, Ismael Tafolla, Jose Beltran, Mei Luo, Ernest Rodriguez, Hong Trinque, Yin Sin, Serafin Palacios, Pe-dro Vazquez, Raul Lopez, Miguel Juarez Jr., Trang Ngo, Johnny Tran, Josephine Vong, Carlos Rodas, Kermitra Woods, Norma Tellez Ramirez, Honghua Chen, John Di-zon, Jacqueline Hernandez, Suzan Lee, Said Hossini, Miao Liu, Cesar Hernandez, Yalin Liu, Luis Concha, Xia Zhu, Elaine Wong, Javier Sanchez, Bruce Richard, Francisco Rodriguez, Katrina Smith , Alan Hong, Manli Liu, Starlene Harrison, Fabrizio Martinez, Franklin Ar-royo, Bing-Xia Zhou, Jung-Ho Kim, Rafik Aghazarian, Michael McCain, Anthony Valenzuela, Ruth Esparza, Damian Andrillion, Chau Nguyen, Tom Razavi, Zhu Sun, Jun Ying, Joseph Montellano, Darlene Sifuentes, Hung La, Leo Dubongco, Eddie Luu, Jesus Padilla, Niki Shen, Christian Martinez, Elen Gevorkyan, Quynh Ho-ang, Ricky De Carlo, Emilia Aguilar De Moya, Yiming Jiang, Lyanne Lopez, James Vann, Maria Vissani, Kevin Mach, Cora Radley, Ha Diep, Zhongmei Liu, Aaron Ho-chhalter, Belen Garcia, Eleazer Reyes, Thung Tran, Cyn-thia Hernandez, Rodolfo Sabino, Bertha Magdaleno, Alfonso Parra, Suwatchai Naisanguansri, Kenia Pena Garcia, Donald Adelman, Manuel Zacarias Sosa, Jose Zacarias Sosa, and Aaron Phan.

FOR FOOD & BEVERAGE:

• Casino Candy Salesperson - (FT/VS)

• Cocktail Servers - (FT/VS)

• Cook (Dinner Cook/Restaurant Cook) - (FT/VS)

• Dishwasher (Utility Worker/Heavy Cleaner) - (FT/VS)

• Food & Beverage Attendant/Cashier - (FT/VS)

• Host/Hostess (Restaurant & Phoenix Café) - (FT/VS)

• Restaurant Host/Hostess (Phoenix Café) - (FT/VS)

• Lead Baker - (FT/VS)

FOR MAINTENANCE:

• Maintenance - (FT/VS)

FOR HOUSEKEEPING:

• Housekeeping/Janitorial - (FT/VS)

• Floorcare (Flooring & Carpet Maintenance) - (FT/VS)

FOR POKER OPERATIONS:

• Assistant Floorperson - (FT/VS)

• Casino Food Server - (FT/VS)

• Poker Dealer - (FT/PT/VS)

• Public Relation Players (Prop)- (PT/VS)

• Poker Section Floorperson - (FT/VS)

FOR CAGE OPERATIONS:

• Assistant Shift Supervisor - (FT/VS)

• Cage Cashier - (FT/VS)

• Countroom Cashier - (FT/VS)

FOR SECURITY:

• Security Officers - (FT/VS)

FOR MARKETING:

• Welcome Center Representative - (FT/VS)

FOR UNIFORMS:

• Uniform & Laundry Supervisor - (Temp)

FOR VALET:

• Valet Parking Attendant - (FT/VS)

FT: Full-Time PT: Part Time Temp: Temporary DS: Day Shift VS: Variable Shifts

Note: Transfer eligibility requires you to be in good standing in your current position for at least 6 months. Good standing means no Corrective Actions Required and at least an overall “expected” (3.0) evaluation. Transfer Request forms may be obtained in the Human Resources office and should be returned to the Human Resources office when complete. For more opportuni-ties, please visit our website at www.thebike.com

COMPLIANCE CORNER

Compliance is Everyone’s Responsibility!

� Wear your Badge face out and above the waist at all times!

� No gambling on sports or other activities is per-mitted on site.

� Do not add stickers, other pictures or lanyards to your badge!

� Report activities that could be violations of gaming laws to www.compliance@thebike.com

FOOD FOR THOUGHT“Make up your mind that no matter what comes your way, no matter how difficult, no matter how unfair, you will do more than simply survive. You will thrive in spite of it.” - Joel Osteenr

November 2016

CHIPS CHATTER B Y & F O R T H E B I C Y C L E H O T E L & C A S I N O T E A M M E M B E R S

A N D

THIRTY YEARS Maria Gonzalez (Accounting)

Tom Rathbone (Casino)

Tuan A. Vu (Casino) Sonia Lybarge (Food & Beverage)

TWENTY YEARS Roman Ortega Santos (Food & Beverage)

FIFTEEN YEARS Zhi Xia Chen (Casino)

TEN YEARS Davie Barajas (Casino Services)

Michael Hernandez (Storeroom)

CELEBRATED SERVICE ANNIVERSARIES IN

OCTOBER

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AT THE BIKE!

Thank you for your teamwork and years of service!

TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH- NOVEMBER 2016 -

Eduardo Machado also known as Eddie joined our Bike team in November 2015. Prior to joining us, he worked for an electric company in the City of Hunting-ton Park. Since joining us, Eddie has been an extraor-dinary addition to the Bicycle Hotel & Casino.

Eddie performs beyond expectations consistently. He is always willing to take on new tasks or projects. Eddie is proactive and takes initiative without being asked to within the scope of authority in his depart-ment.

Management adds, “Eddie is always ready to help-out his fellow team members and is not afraid to take charge of projects even when it is not within his line of duties. He is always looking for ways to improve or facilitate while cutting cost by saving energy cost.”

We join Management congratulating you for an excel-lent performance!

Chips & Chatter is published by The Bicy-cle Hotel & Casino for all Team Members!Main Writer: Brian Limon

Contributing Writers: ndez, Adriana Rodriguez, Brian Limon, & Eliza-beth Galvan.

Editing and Publishing: Christel King & Clio Tsun. OTHER

NOMINEES

BIRTHDAYS INDECEMBER

ACKNOWLEDGMENT CORNER

EMPLOYMENT AND TRANSFER/ADVANCEMENT

OPPORTUNITIES

The Bicycle Hotel & Casino has for many years recognized the performance of stellar employ-ees on a monthly basis.

While in the past we have only listed the winner through the newsletter, we feel that all individu-als nominated by each and/or for each depart-ment deserve the congratulatory praise and acknowledgement of other peers and managers and we wanted to share with you their nomina-tions and accomplishments.

Each of the above individuals has displayed exemplary performance that has been acknowl-edged by their peers and other supervisors. Please join us in congratulating them for their outstanding performance.

Note: All nominees’ profiles are reviewed and a selec-tion is made by a random group of Managers (who also rotate each month).

EDUARDO MACHADO (MAINTENANCE)

PARVANEH KHOMAMI (TOURNAMENT)

VANESSA YOUNGMAN (MARKETING)

MEDICAL - Health Net 1-800-522-0088 English 1-800-331-1777 Spanish 1-877-891-9050 Cantonese 1-877-339-8596 Korean 1-877-339-8621 Vietnamese 1-877-891-9051 Tagalog

DENTAL - Humana / Golden West 1-800-233-4013/1-866-926-8078

CHIROPRACTIC - Landmark 1-800-638-4557

EYEMED 1-866-299-1358

Select & Save 1-877-357-2009

Prudential 401(k) 1-877-778-2100

Optional Coverage 1-714-881-1243

Employee Assistance Program 1-800-543-5485

Voluntary Life 1-800-421-0344 Ext. 2

Whole Life 1-866-679-3054

Wellness Coaching 1-888-493-5522

Critical Illness 1-800-635-5597 Ext.2

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

Our company is concerned about unlawful work-place behavior, discrimination, theft, safety viola-tions, retaliation, fraud, & sexual harassment in the workplace because we will not tolerate this type of conduct.

If you believe you have been a victim or are a witness to:

Your company identification code number is:990029

The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Please call this toll-free phone number.We will address every report.

• Sexual Harassment

• Discrimination

• Theft

• Safety Violations

• Retaliation

• Fraud

• Unlawful Workplace Behavior

1-800-97-STOP-IT(1-800-977-8674)

HARASSMENT HOTLINE

PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST WINNERSSCARIEST

FUNNIEST

MOST CREATIVE

1st PLACE Shelly Tieu

1st PLACE Emmanuel Aguilar

1st PLACE Belen Garcia

2nd PLACE Antonio Hernandez

2nd PLACE Selene Lopez

2nd PLACE Javier Sanchez

3rd PLACE Xochilt Sandoval

3rd PLACE Javier Lomeli

3rd PLACE Lucia Chavez

` Locate all overhead power lines ` Keep self and equipment 10 feet away from all overhead

power lines ` Do not touch anything that is in contact with the power

line ` Beware of fencing near power lines ` Carry ladders and other equipment horizontally ` Lower equipment apparatus before driving ` Never spray near power lines with irrigation systems ` Stay at least 35 feet away from fallen power lines

Here at The Bicycle Hotel and Casino, make sure to REPORT IMMEDIATELY all fallen power lines or damaged light poles to Security and Maintenance!

5. Never Mix Water and Electricity.

Water conducts electricity, and water that’s been in contact with electricity can be deadly. Remember:

` Keep electrical appliances and power tools away from water

` Never use electrical appliances in the shower or bath ` Dry your hands thoroughly before reaching for anything

powered by electricity

These are just a few tips you can follow to prevent serious injuries and accidents from occurring.

6. Be proactive. Be safe.

For more information on electrical safety, visit the Southern California Edison website at SCE.com or esfi.org.

HOW TO GROW YOUR SAVINGS ACCOUNTSaving money is probably one of the hardest things a per-son can do. Rent, gas, bills, and other expenses consume most of our paycheck. Even more so, some people live on paycheck to paycheck. With all these expenses in mind, sav-ing money can be a hard concept to grasp. Nevertheless, saving money is essential to building a solid foundation. Below are just a few ways can help you to grow your sav-ings account.

Create a Budget or Spending Plan. Living beneath your means is the first step to building wealth. In addition to liv-ing beneath your means, it is equally important to identify where your money is being spent. By tracking your spend-ing, you can identify areas where you can potentially redi-rect money to fund your goals. Your spending plan should include goals for savings including your 401(k) and/or IRA contributions.

Set up a Savings Plan. Setting up a savings plan is key to building a solid financial foundation. You should keep at least three to six months living expenses in a liquid account such as an FDIC-insured savings account or money market for emergencies. Set a monthly amount to have transferred to your savings account.

Consider opening an Online FDIC-insured Savings Ac-count. Typically, rates on online savings accounts are higher than traditional banks. It is a good idea to compare their rates and terms. You can compare the rates on websites such as www.nerdwallet.com or www.bankrate.com.

Maximize your Contributions. Take advantage of your em-ployer’s 401(k) or another employer-sponsored retirement plan by contributing the maximum you can to the plan. If you cannot contribute the maximum, just start with what you can afford and build from there. A good strategy is to increase your contribution each time you receive a raise until you reach the maximum contribution. If you receive bonuses, use part of them to contribute to an IRA.

Read more: Seven Ways to Grow Your Savings Account Bal-ances | Investopedia

ELECTRICAL SAFETYElectricity has become an important source of power; it makes our appliances work and gives us light. However, electricity can also be hazardous if we are not informed of its risks. It is very important to know that electricity can cause you serious injuries and in worst case scenarios, death. The following tips can help you avoid injuries due to electricity.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF INJURIES/ACCIDENTS

At home or at work, people face serious accidents/injuries that can lead to death. Some of the accidents/injuries peo-ple are exposed to are:

Electrocution - death caused by electric shock.

Electrical Shock - injury to the body caused by direct con-tact with electricity

Burns - caused by contact with electricity and can affect the skin, organ or body tissues.

Falls - caused as a result of contact with electricity

PREVENTING ACCIDENTS/INJURIES

1. Check Extension Cords. ` Don’t attempt to plug extension cords into one another ` Make sure extension cords are properly rated for their

intended use, indoor or outdoor, and meet or exceed the power needs of the device being used

` Do NOT overload extension cords ` A heavy reliance on extension cords is an indication that

you have too few outlets to address your needs. Have ad-ditional outlets installed where you need them

` Inspect cords for damage before use. Check for cracked or frayed sockets, loose or bare wires, and loose con-nections.

` Do NOT nail or staple extension cords to walls or base-boards

` Do NOT run extension cords through walls, doorways, ceil-ings, or floors. If a cord is covered, heat cannot escape, which may result in a fire hazard

` Never use three-prong plugs with outlets that only have two slots. Never cut off the ground pin to force a fit, which could lead to electric shock

` Buy only cords that have been approved by an indepen-dent testing laboratory

` Do NOT substitute extension cords for permanent wiring

2. Avoid Overloading Circuits.

The warning signs include: ` Flickering, blinking, or dimming lights ` Frequently tripped circuit breakers or blown fuses ` Warm or discolored wall plates ` Cracking, sizzling, or buzzing from receptacles ` Burning order coming from receptacles or wall switches ` Mild shock or tingle from appliances, receptacles, or

switches

3. Prevent Electrical Overloads: ` Never use extension cords or multi-outlet converters for

appliances ` All major appliances should be plugged directly into a

wall receptacle outlet. Only plug one heat producing ap-pliance into a receptacle outlet at a time

` A heavy reliance on extension cords is an indication that you have too few outlets to address your needs. Have a qualified electrician inspect your home and add new outlets

` Power strips only add additional outlets; they do not change the amount of power being received from the outlet

4. Lookout for Overhead Power Lines.

Contact with overhead power lines is the leading cause of electrical fatalities for workers. Of the 1,001 reported power line contact incidents from 2003 to 2009, nearly 70% re-sulted in death. Luckily, these fatalities can be prevented by following these simple steps while on the job.

TIPS FOR BLACK FRIDAYThanksgiving Day is just around the corner and it is usually a time of gathering with family members around the dinner table. The day after Thanksgiving, people celebrate the unof-ficial holiday of Black Friday. Black Friday has grown to be-come the official start of the shopping holiday season.

Retail stores usually mail out the deals what will be hav-ing on that day and people go into a frenzy when they see these deals. The outcome is having an influx of people wait-ing outside retails stores and stampeding inside once the store opens to get the door-buster deals. People should take special precautions on this day, as sometimes the bargains can turn out to be very costly. Below are just a few tips you can consider to protect your safety and your wallet.

SHOPPING IN STORES

- Do not buy more than you can carry. Plan ahead by taking a friend with you or asking a store employee to help you carry your packages to the car.

- Save all receipts. Print and save all confirmations from your online purchases. Start a file folder to keep all re-ceipts together and to help you verify credit card or bank statements as they come in.

- Don’t flash the cash. Consider alternate options to pay for your merchandise, such as onetime or multiuse dis-posable credit cards or money orders, including at online stores.

- Wait until asked by a cashier before taking out your credit card or checkbook. An enterprising thief would love to shoulder surf to get your account information.

WALKING TO AND FROM YOUR CAR

- Be informed about your surroundings. Use the free mobile app available from AlertID™ to receive alerts about reg-istered sex offenders living and working in the vicinity of your shopping venue.

- Deter pickpockets. Carry your purse close to your body or your wallet inside a coat or front trouser pocket.

- Have your keys in hand when approaching your vehicle; and also check the back seat as well as around the car before getting in.

- Tell a security guard or store employee if you see an unat-tended bag or package. The same applies if you are using mass transit.

- Do not leave packages visible in your car. Lock them in the trunk, or if possible, take them directly home.

SHOPPING ONLINE

- Before surfing the Internet, secure your personal comput-ers by updating your security software. Everyone’s com-puter should have anti-virus, anti-spyware and anti-spam software, as well as a good firewall installed.

- Keep your personal information private and your pass-word secure. Do not respond to requests to “verify” your password or credit card information unless you initiated the contact. Legitimate businesses will not contact you in this manner.

- Beware of “bargains” from companies with whom you are unfamiliar — if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!

- Use secure websites for purchases. Look for the icon of a locked padlock at the bottom of the screen or “https” in the URL address.

- Shop with companies you know and trust. Check for background information if you plan to buy from a new or unfamiliar company.

For more information, visit the National Crime Prevention Council website at ncpc.org

SAFETY SECTION

UNIFORM DEPARTMENT RE-LOCATION

Have you noticed? It is no longer located in the South Lot (General Assembly Area).

The Uniform Department is now located behind the Events Center.

Once you have exited the team member entrance, simply walk towards the parking lots and to your right hand side, you will see two brown bungalows. This is the new location of the Uniform Department.

For all your uniform needs, make sure to visit the Uniform Department at their new location or contact Ext. 7272.

FINANCE SECTION