Report Prepared by: Suzanne Fierro, Human Resources Manager
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SUBJECT: Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, District Council 57, Local 2703 (AFSCME) with a Term of July 1, 2024, Through June 30, 2027
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving Memorandum of Understanding with American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, District Council 57, Local 2703 (AFSCME) with a term of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2024-76, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with AFSCME, District Council 57 Local 2703; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommended by staff; or,
2. Deny; or,
3. Refer back to staff for instructions.
AUTHORITY
Resolution No. 80-106 - Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced Establishing an Employer-Employee Organizations Relations Policy.
Meyers Milias Brown Act
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the 2024-25 Adopted Budget
BACKGROUND
The Merced City Employee Association (MCEA) is a recognized employee organization that currently includes personnel from several departments throughout the City such as Finance, Planning, Engineering, Public Works, Police and Fire. The respective personnel have an important role in being the front line staff providing services and information, answering questions, and responding to complaints, processing utility bills and business licenses, providing information about zoning and street closures, and so much more. Businesses and residents greatly benefit from the services provided by MCEA personnel. MCEA is also commonly referred to as AFSCME who represents the employee organization by their Chief Negotiat...
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