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 ten 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 your 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. (Ord. 1121 § 1 (part), 1993: prior code § 10-12-1)

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