Review by Mediator. When a disciplinary action is reviewed by a State Mediator, the Mediator shall determine the type of assistance that is provided. The Mediator may hold a hearing or conduct additional investigation as may be necessary. In addition to the subject matter on appeal, the employee's personnel file shall be reviewed. The personnel file is defined as that file which is maintained in the City Personnel Department. Unless physically unable to do so, the appellant shall appear personally before the Mediator at the time and place of the review. The appellant may be represented by any person he/she may select and may produce relevant oral or documentary evidence. This process shall be closed to the public. Mediation shall be non-binding.
