Common use of MERGER OF SERVICES Clause in Contracts

MERGER OF SERVICES. Section 43.1. Should a merger of services occur with the City of Bellbrook and any other Government entity and the City becomes the jurisdiction of name either by retaining the name of “The City of Bellbrook” or by changing its name, all existing employees of The Bellbrook Police Department shall retain their jobs and benefits under the current agreement without being required to reapply for those positions. Section 43.2. In the event formal merger discussions are started with another entity, the City of Bellbrook and the Union will meet to discuss the terms of a merger, upon written request of either party. Section 43.3. In the event of a merger as described in section 43.1, a promotional test will be administered for all newly created sergeant positions. Current Bellbrook officers that are no longer in probationary status shall be eligible to participate in the promotional test. Officers from the other entity holding the rank of Sergeant will also be eligible to participate in the promotional test. Section 43.4. All other officers from the other entity that are hired shall be hired at the rank of Police Officer.