To build effective working relationships with City employees
and to promote the efficient operation of the City, the following
procedures are established for the resolution of disputes arising
in the course of an employee's employment.
A. Step One. Discussion of the problem with the department head within
five working days of the events giving rise to the dispute.
B. Step Two. If the problem is not resolved after discussion with the
department head or if the employee believes discussion with the department
head is inappropriate, the employee may present the dispute in writing
to the Chairman of the Personnel Committee within 10 working days
of the events giving rise to the dispute. The Chairman will respond
within five working days.
C. Step Three. If an employee is not satisfied with the Chairman's decision,
the employee may prepare a written summary and request that the matter
be reviewed by the Personnel Committee. A request to the Personnel
Committee must be made in writing within five working days of the
Chairman's decision. The Committee, after a full examination of the
facts (which may include a review of the written summary of the employee's
statement, discussions with all individuals concerned, and a further
investigation if necessary), will render its decision.
D. Step Four. An employee may appeal the decision of the Personnel Committee
to the City Council within five working days of receipt of the decision.
The Council shall take such action as it deems appropriate. The decision
of the City Council shall be final.