Hearing Officer. The Hearing Officer shall conduct the informal hearing in accordance with the procedures set forth herein. In an informal hearing, if the punitive action is issued by a lower-ranked supervisor, the Chief of Police shall be the Hearing Officer. The Chief’s decision on the appeal shall be final and binding. If the punitive action is issued by the Chief, or if the Chief cannot serve as the Hearing Officer because of actual bias, prejudice or interest as defined by Government Code section 11425.40, then the City Manager or designee shall serve as the Hearing Officer. In such cases, the determination of the City Manager or designee shall be final and binding.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
