STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. 2.1 It is the policy of the State to continue harmonious and cooperative relationships with its employees and to insure the orderly and uninterrupted operations of government. This policy is effectuated by the provisions of the Public Employees’ Fair Employment Act granting public employees the rights of organization and collective representation concerning the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
2.2 The State and PEF now desire to enter into an agreement reached through collective negotiations which will have for its purposes, among others, the following:
(a) To recognize the legitimate interests of the employees of the State to participate through collective negotiations in the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
(b) To promote fair, safe and reasonable working conditions.
(c) To promote individual efficiency and service to the citizens of the State.
(d) To avoid interruption or interference with the efficient operation of the State’s business.
(e) To provide a basis for the adjustment of matters of mutual interest by means of amicable discussion.
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. The Minneapolis Fire Department and its employees know that the performance of fire suppression and life safety duties is inherently demanding and that such duties are sometimes performed under dangerous conditions and/or in a stressful environment. It is, therefore, important to the Department for the safety of its employees and the public to ensure that all personnel in the service of the Department are medically, psychologically and emotionally fit for duty. It shall be the policy of the Minneapolis Fire Department to require fitness for duty examinations in accordance with the provisions set forth herein. It is the purpose of this policy to establish basic procedures for identifying members of the bargaining unit who may suffer from medical, psychological or emotional conditions which impair their ability to perform their job duties satisfactorily. This policy shall be administered in a manner which is consistent with the Department's desire to treat affected employees with dignity and respect under such circumstances and to provide information and assistance to them concerning their fitness for duty. It is the goal of the City of Minneapolis to have healthy and productive employees and to facilitate successful treatment for those employees experiencing debilitating health problems. In furtherance of this goal, the Department is committed to applying this Policy to promote rehabilitation, rather than discipline, while minimizing the interruption to the employee's life and career and to the employer's operations.
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. §2.1 It is the policy of the State to continue harmonious and cooperative relationships with its employees and to insure the orderly and uninterrupted operations of government. This policy is effectuated by the provisions of the Public Employees' Fair Employment Act granting public employees the rights of organization and collective representation concerning the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
§2.2 The State and DC-37 now desire to enter into an agreement reached through collective negotiations which will have for its purposes, among others, the following:
a. To recognize the legitimate interests of the employees of the State to participate through collective negotiations in the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
b. To promote fair, safe and reasonable working conditions.
c. To promote individual efficiency and service to the citizens of the State.
d. To avoid interruption or interference with the efficient operation of the State's business.
e. To provide a basis for the adjustment of matters of mutual interest by means of amicable discussion.
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. It is the desire of Swedish Medical Center and SEIU Healthcare 1199NW to interact in a collaborative and respectful manner and to ensure orderly and uninterrupted operations of the Swedish Medical Center. This is in keeping with the provisions of the National Labor Relations Act granting employees the right to organize and bargain collectively concerning the terms and conditions of their employment. Swedish Medical Center and SEIU Healthcare 1199 NW now desire to enter into an Agreement reached through collective bargaining which will have for its purpose, among others, the following:
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. 2.1 It is the policy of the Authority to continue harmonious and cooperative relationships with its Employees and to insure the orderly and uninterrupted operations of the Authority. This policy is effectuated by the provisions of the, Public Employees' Fair Employment Act granting public employees the rights of organization and collective representation concerning the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
2.2 The Authority and Local 2110 now desire to enter into an Agreement reached through collective negotiations that will have for its purposes, among others, the following:
a. To recognize the legitimate interests of the Employees of the Authority to participate through collective negotiations in the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
b. To promote fair and reasonable working conditions.
c. To promote individual efficiency and service to the citizens of the State.
d. To avoid interruption or interference with the efficient operation of the Authority.
e. To provide a basis for the adjustment of matters of mutual interest by means of amicable discussion.
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. 2.1 The Parties agree to mutually establish and maintain a work environment that ensures the integrity of the Federal Service, promotes the most effective and efficient delivery of Agency programs and services, protects the interests of American taxpayers, promotes good workmanship and the principles of good management, protects human dignity, assures equal and fair treatment of employees, and promotes a work experience for all employees that is personally challenging, rewarding, and that provides equal opportunity for professional growth and success.
2.2 Employees and managers shall conduct themselves in a professional and business-like manner, characterized by mutual courtesy and consideration in their day-to-day working relationship.
2.3 The Parties, especially Union representatives and first-line supervisors, are encouraged to meet as necessary to informally discuss and attempt resolution of matters or problems of concern to either party, including, but not limited to, employees' concerns or dissatisfactions and problems of Agreement interpretation and administration. Such discussions reinforce the Parties’ commitment to resolve differences at the earliest opportunity.
2.4 It is the intent of the Parties to establish procedures to accommodate the Union's legitimate need to perform representational activities specified in this Agreement and as permitted by law. It is also the intent of the Parties to accommodate the Employer's legitimate interest in ensuring no unreasonable disruption of the Employer's ability to carry out its critical day-to-day operation and perform its overall mission.
2.5 The Parties agree that the process for resolution of grievances and complaints shall be orderly, expeditious, professional, and consistent, so as to maintain the self-respect of the Parties and follow principles of good management and public interest.
2.6 The definitions of all terms in this agreement shall be consistent with definitions of identical terms contained in the Foreign Service Act of 1980, (hereinafter referred to as “the Act”), Chapter 10, Labor-Management Relations, Section 1002, as amended, or other relevant provisions of law, as applicable, unless otherwise specified in this Agreement.
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. 2.1 It is the policy of DASNY to continue harmonious and cooperative relationships with its Employees and to insure the orderly and uninterrupted operations of DASNY. This policy is effectuated by the provisions of the Public Employees' Fair Employment Act granting public employees the rights of organization and collective representation concerning the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
2.2 DASNY and Local 2110 now desire to enter into an Agreement reached through collective negotiations that will have for its purposes, among others, the following:
a. To recognize the legitimate interests of the Employees of DASNY to participate through collective negotiations in the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
b. To promote fair and reasonable working conditions.
c. To promote individual efficiency and service to the citizens of the State.
d. To avoid interruption or interference with the efficient operation of DASNY.
e. To provide a basis for the adjustment of matters of mutual interest by means of amicable discussion.
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. 2.1 It is the policy of the State to continue harmonious and cooperative relationships with its employees and to ensure the orderly and uninterrupted operations of government. This policy is effectuated by the provisions of the Public Employees' Fair Employment Act granting public employees the rights of organization and collective representation concerning the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
2.2 The State and the Union now desire to enter into an agreement reached through collective negotiations which will have for its purposes, among others, the following:
STATEMENT OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. It is the policy of the Employer and APEA/AFT to continue harmonious and cooperative relationships between State employees and the Employer and to insure orderly and uninterrupted operations of government. This policy is effectuated by the provisions of the Public Employment Relations Act, AS 23.40, granting public employees the rights of organization and collective bargaining concerning the determination of terms and conditions of their employment. The Employer and APEA/AFT now desire to enter into an Agreement reached through collective bargaining that will have for its purpose, among others, the following:
A. To recognize the legitimate interests of the employees of the State of Alaska to participate through collective bargaining in the determination of the terms and conditions of their employment.
B. To promote fair and reasonable working conditions.
C. To promote individual efficiency and service to the citizens of the State.
D. To avoid interruption or interference with the efficient operation of State government.
E. To provide a basis for the adjustment of matters of mutual interest by means of amicable discussion. Alleged violations of this Article shall be addressed through the complaint-resolution process of Article 10.1.
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