Common use of PERFORMANCE AND DISCIPLINE Clause in Contracts

PERFORMANCE AND DISCIPLINE. The City and the Union agree that any system of discipline or performance management should be continually reviewed for its effectiveness. The system may be modified from time to time to better meet the needs of the employees and the City. Any changes will be consistent with sound personnel practices. All discipline will be for just cause and consistent with due process. Employees have the right to Union representation any time they believe a meeting may lead to disciplinary action. The City-wide and Fire Department standards shall be in writing. The Union will provide input as the standards are developed and/or modified. If the Union refuses to participate or provide input, the City and the Fire Department maintain the right to change the process. The City recognizes that members of the Fire Department are protected by the “Firefighter Bill of Rights” and any disciplinary action will conform to the guidelines of that law.