Common use of Official Time Activities Clause in Contracts

Official Time Activities. The parties agree that patient care and support of patient care are the priorities of every Employee. Official time is time granted by the Employer to perform representational functions without charge to leave or loss of pay. The Union agrees that requests for Official Time will be consistent with the representational obligations of the Union and the needs of the mission of the agency. Official time is appropriate for the following activities:

Official Time Activities. The parties agree that patient care and support of patient care are the priorities of every Employee. Official time is time granted by the Employer to perform representational functions without charge to leave or loss of pay. The Union agrees that requests for Official Time will be consistent with the representational obligations of the Union Statute and the needs of provisions set forth in this Article and will not negatively impact the mission of the agencyAgency’s mission. Official time is appropriate for the following activities: