Common use of Formal Representation Clause in Contracts

Formal Representation. A. The Union may select three representatives to attend scheduled meetings with the Management Team or other management officials on subjects within the scope of representation during regular work hours without loss of compensation. In addition, the Union may also select one representative to attend City Council and Council Committee hearings and Retirement Committee meetings where subjects within the scope of representation are being discussed, all Civil Service Commission meetings and Retirement Board meetings, during regular work hours, without loss of compensation. The Union shall, whenever practicable, submit the names of all such representatives to the Management Team at least two working days in advance of such meetings; provided, further: 1. That no representative shall leave the duty or workstation or assignment without specific approval of the department head or the City Management Team. 2. That any such meeting is subject to scheduling by City management in a manner consistent with operating needs and work schedules. B. Nothing provided herein shall limit or restrict City management from scheduling such meetings before or after regular duty or work hours under appropriate circumstances.