Following President Trump's directive for federal workers, red state governors, including Ohio's Mike DeWine and Oklahoma's Kevin Stitt, are enforcing a return to office mandates. DeWine's order, effective March 17, applies to most state employees, which the Chamber of Commerce supports for revitalizing downtown areas. However, this move faces pushback from some employees and experts who argue that the abrupt shift disrupts personal arrangements and question the intent behind enhancing state payroll efficiencies. Experts like Patrice Williams-Lindo highlight that returning to the office does not guarantee productivity improvements.
"I think they are hoping to shrink state payrolls with this move, not improve service," a state official anonymously voiced concerns about the transition back to office space. The urgency of the reversion amidst a school year also raises issues concerning caretaker access.
"The narrative that proximity equals performance is outdated," states Patrice Williams-Lindo, emphasizing the importance of recognizing that returning employees to the office may foster resentment rather than productivity.
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