Common use of Stewards Clause in Contracts

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1. Unless waived in have been reduced to writing; or 2. if not reduced to writing, there are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the Company’s business. Recognizing the importance of the role of the Union Xxxxxxx in resolving problems or disputes between the Company and its employees, the Company reaffirms its commitment to the active involvement of Union Stewards in such processes in accordance with the terms of this Article. There shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate Union representative present when requested by the employee. The Company will make every possible attempt to include a xxxxxxx present or Union Representative whenever the City it meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsinterviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to discuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx Union representative, or designated available bargaining unit member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx, Union representative, or designated available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. The Local Union will be obligated to provide an adequate number of stewards per shift. What is present“adequate” will be determined by the Local Union. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Company recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Company in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken led, or instigated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company’s property without interruption of the Company’s operation. Upon notification to his/her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to represent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The Union Employer shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards only be obligated to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate respond to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called information requests that are approved by the local Unionbusiness agent of the Local Union assigned to represent employees covered by this Agreement. Union stewards shall be allowed to wear a Union Xxxxxxx pin while on the Employer’s property.

Stewards. ‌ A. The City Union shall furnish the Court with an accurate list of shop stewards in areas as designated by the Union within 30 days of ratification of this agreement and again each April 1st for the duration of this agreement. The Union may submit an amendment to the list at any time. An employee has no status as a xxxxxxx unless the Court has received verification in writing from the Union that the employee is a xxxxxxx in a given area. B. The Union recognizes that it is the right responsibility of the Union shop xxxxxxx to select local assist in the resolution of grievances at the lowest possible level. C. Upon notification of an appropriate management person, stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action officers of the Union, subject to management approval, which shall not be unreasonably withheld, shall be granted reasonable release time to investigate and process grievances and disciplinary appeals. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business insure that shop xxxxxxx release time will be equitably distributed. Normally one xxxxxxx will be sufficient for a single investigation of a grievance appeal. D. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action must be taken the shop xxxxxxx shall not unreasonably be denied the right to leave his/her post or duty to assist in the grievance procedure or disciplinary appeals. E. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee. A shop xxxxxxx may interview an employee during the employee’s regular work time in order to investigate or process a manner that minimizes interference grievance or disciplinary appeal with the approval of the employee’s supervisor, which shall not unreasonably be withheld. X. Xxxxxxxx shall be responsible for the performance of their job duties. Stewards workload, consistent with release time approved pursuant to rules established herein. X. Xxxxxxxx and SEIU field representatives shall not conduct union business on City time without permission receive notice of the immediate supervisoremployment of a new employee on the first day of employment and shall be permitted to contact the new employee on or after the second day of employment in order to distribute union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this Agreement. The Court shall provide the name and contact information including the department and classification of the employee. H. Any meeting of a shop xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours be held in private surroundings and shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists held in a quiet and dignified manner. I. In the event of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above a newly ratified MOU, within thirty ninety (3090) working days of its occurrence. The City ratification, up to six (6) stewards shall allow reasonable be permitted up to four (4) hours of release time off without pay for purposes of attending a training for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Uniongroup regarding new provisions.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes Employer agrees to recognize a reasonable number of local stewards as designated by the Union. Stewards and chapter officers as defined above shall be allowed a reasonable amount of time away from their regular duties to administer the Agreement at the facility where they work only within their own Agency unless the Agencies involved agree to representation across agency lines. In situations where there are only a few employees of one Agency working at the facility of another Agency, agreement to such representation shall not be unreasonably withheld. In situations where there are only a few employees of one Agency in a county, the Employer agrees that the right of stewards from one Agency to represent bargaining unit employees from other Agencies shall not be unreasonably denied. The Employer and the Union to select local stewards and alternate recognize the value of having an adequate number of stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedprovide representation. The Union shall furnish current lists of all agrees to find ways to encourage more members to volunteer and train as stewards and alternate within their respective chapter/jurisdiction. The Employer recognizes that to ensure adequate union representation, in occasional or unusual circumstances, limited travel time for stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksmay be necessary. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department Agency, in writing, of the stewards designated prior to the xxxxxxx assuming any duties. It is understood that the release of stewards is for contract administration purposes. Reasonable diligence will be exercised by stewards in performing their duties so that they do not interfere with the operational needs of the Employer. The parties agree that where a bargaining unit member is unable or unwilling to represent his/her own interest(s), a designated xxxxxxx shall be provided with all necessary documentation regarding the issue and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes will stand in the above within thirty (30) working days place of its occurrencethe member as their Union representative. Stewards and/or union representatives requiring release time for contract administration purposes, shall follow procedures outlined in Section 25.07 of the Agreement before leaving their work location. Stewards shall contact the supervisor or designee of an area to be visited and shall secure the signature of that supervisor or designee. There shall be no cross-agency representation except as follows: a chapter president shall be allowed to cross Agency lines to represent employees covered by this Agreement in other Agencies when those Agencies' stewards are not available. The City Agencies must be housed in the same building or facility ("facility" as used in this Article is defined to mean an institution or a complex of buildings in close physical proximity to one another). Agreement to such representation shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionnot be unreasonably denied.

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1. Unless waived in have been reduced to writing; or 2. if not reduced to writing, are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the Company’s business. When requested by the employee, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City Company meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsinterviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to discuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or designated available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Company recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Company in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken led, or instigated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company’s property without interruption of the Company’s operation. Upon notification to his or her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to represent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours workedin computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The employer shall only be obligated to respond to information requests that are approved by the business agent of the Local Union assigned to represent employees covered by this Agreement. The Union stewards shall furnish current lists be allowed to wear a Union Xxxxxxx pin while on the Employer’s property. Section 1. Seniority (a) Upon completion of the probationary period, the employee’s seniority for all stewards and alternate stewards purposes shall be the first day worked as a probationary employee. Seniority shall be broken only by discharge, voluntary quit, normal retirement, or more than a two (2) year layoff, or leave, except for employees on workers compensation leave who shall not suffer a break in seniority unless on leave for more than three (3) years. (b) A list of employees arranged in the order of their seniority shall be posted on the Union bulletin board no less often than once every six (6) months. A copy of the seniority posting shall be sent to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify Local Union. (c) Any controversy over the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works seniority standing of any changes in employee on the above within seniority list shall be subject to the grievance procedure. An employee shall have thirty (30) working days to protest his placement on the seniority list once it is first posted. If there is no written protest within this thirty (30) day period, the employee shall not have a right to challenge his placement on the list thereafter. (d) For full-time employees there shall be two seniority lists, “local cartage” and “over-the- road.” There shall also be a separate “casual local cartage” seniority list. Employees in the following classifications shall be included on the local cartage seniority list: all truck drivers, helpers, dock workers, jockeys, and such other employees as may be presently or hereafter represented by the Union, engaged in local pickup, delivery, and assembling of its occurrencefreight. The City “over-the-road” seniority list shall allow reasonable include all over-the-road drivers whose primary job is to transport freight between the Employer’s facilities. Nothing within this paragraph shall preclude the Company from requesting a road driver to make extra stops to pick up or deliver freight in connection with his regular run or performing other local cartage work as the Company may assign. It is not the intent of the Company that this provision be utilized to diminish cartage employees’ work. (e) The Company shall offer extra city or dock work to road employees who are on layoff and who are qualified and immediately available for city or dock work prior to using casual employees, except where there is a mutually agreed procedure to the contrary. No road employee shall gain “local cartage” seniority under this provision, but he/she shall accrue Company seniority. (f) The following shall apply to casual employees: (i) The date an employee is hired as a casual will be the casual seniority date. (ii) A casual employees laid off due to lack of work for less than one year will retain his/her casual seniority. Company and job classification seniority shall be lost due to discharge, voluntary quit or retirement. (iii) The date of a casual employee obtains full-time employment shall be the employee’s regular seniority date. (iv) A casual employee whose layoff exceeds one (1) year shall be considered to have been terminated and shall lose seniority, but may reapply for employment. (v) A full-time employee’s seniority shall prevail over a casual employee’s seniority in case of layoff. (vi) If a full-time position is available for bid, and is not bid upon by a qualified regular full-time employee, the casual employee with the most seniority who bids on the position will be awarded the position if he or she meets the minimum qualifications of the position. (vii) Casual employees will be laid off without and recalled to their job classification in accordance with Section 2 below. (viii) Casual employees hired prior to September 1, 2006 who possess a CDL shall become full-time employees after two (2) years. If the employee does not possess the CDL by January 1, 2009, this provision shall no longer apply. When a casual or combinations of casuals works the same shift for eight (8) continuous hours forty-five (45) days in ninety (90) consecutive calendar days, other than as a temporary replacement for an employee on vacation or leave of absence, the Company shall create a fulltime position that it may classify, at its discretion, as a full time dock with CDL or full time dock only; pay for will be in accordance with Article 26. (g) In developing the xxxxxxx and/or alternate initial Local Cartage seniority list referenced above, the Company shall use the employee’s Company seniority date unless a particular employee transferred into his current service center from another service center. In such event, the employee’s transfer date to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unioncurrent service center shall be used to develop the seniority list.

Stewards. ‌ a. The City recognizes Employer agrees to recognize one (1) current seniority bargaining unit employee selected or elected by the right Union as xxxxxxx to function in a representative capacity for the purpose of processing grievances under the grievance procedure as established in this Agreement. b. The Union agrees to advise the Employer in writing of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate name of its xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when before recognition of the xxxxxxx is absent required. c. When it is necessary for a recognized Union xxxxxxx to leave his/her work area to handle a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedure, such xxxxxxx shall request permission to leave the job from management. Management will arrange to release the xxxxxxx without unreasonable delay. Delaying or refusing said release in order to maintain the highest level of patient/customer care and service shall not be considered an unreasonable delay. The parties agree that the release of stewards shall not disrupt the orderly operations of the Employer. Once released, the xxxxxxx will devote his/her time to properly handling the grievance and shall return to the job as promptly as possible and, upon return, shall report to the manager or supervisor in charge. The xxxxxxx shall not abuse such release time and will not be paid by the Employer for said time. In order to enable the Employer to organize patient service and work. Unless waived in writing, there no Union xxxxxxx shall be permitted to leave work during the first hour of any shift for grievance purposes, except in situations of mutually agreeable emergency, or an employee discharge occurring within that time period, upon the employee’s request for representation. d. All grievance handling activities performed by a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever during scheduled working hours, and after release approval by a supervisor, shall be with loss of pay. e. No other Union related activity shall be carried out on the City meets Employer’s premises during scheduled work time, unless authorized by the manager. All contacts with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at members by any xxxxxxx regarding grievance handling and other Union related activity, must occur during the non- work time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Unionemployees. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority investigation and processing of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If grievances by the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor Union shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during disrupt the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists operations of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local UnionEmployer.

Stewards. ‌ (A) The City recognizes Chief Union Xxxxxxx shall notify Anixter Center in writing of the right name of the Union xxxxxxx at each program as stated in Section 1(b) above promptly upon the designation (by election or otherwise) of the xxxxxxx. No employee may assume the role or other duties of the xxxxxxx until Anixter Center has received such written notification. Upon request by Anixter Center, the Chief Union Xxxxxxx shall provide Anixter Center with a current list of all stewards within five (5) working days. Any new program developed will be entitled to a xxxxxxx. (B) Xxxxxxxx and grievants upon notice to their immediate supervisors and with permission may discuss or investigate grievances with other bargaining unit members involved in said grievance. Union employees, who are participating in the grievance process as outlined in the Agency/Union agreement, may select local any of the stewards and alternate stewards on the current list of Stewards to represent them, so long as that xxxxxxx is at work. The activity may take place during work hours and without loss of pay to the employees on grievances arising under this Agreementstewards, up to a total cap of eight (8) hours for all stewards per fiscal year. Such meetings shall be held utilizing as little work time as possible. If the parties involved are in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management different Agency locations, such discussions shall be by telephone or email unless a proper investigation requires direct observation to investigate. Such activity shall not interfere with any client services. (C) All stewards will be allowed to attend meetings with other Union representatives, provided such activity shall not interfere with any client services. If such meetings occur during working hours of the xxxxxxx, the xxxxxxx may request vacation or Union Meeting Time to attend such meetings. The alternate Agency will contribute four (4) hours of Union Meeting Time per contract year to each xxxxxxx, only to be used for these xxxxxxx meetings. There shall act as xxxxxxx when be no pay or carryover of such time that is unused in a contract year. Use of this time shall be specifically requested by the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writingas Union Meeting Time, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at and entered on the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized sheet by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionas such.

Stewards. ‌ 1. The City University of Maine System recognizes the right of the Union to select local designate Lodge Officers and stewards at those campuses with unit employees. Lodge Officers designated by the Union may act as stewards on a particular campus and alternate stewards will primarily be used to represent the employees Police unit on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in laborSystem committees constituted to address system-management meetingswide issues. 2. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, so designated by the Union shall be limited to and shall not hold exceed the following duties and activities: a. The investigation and presentation of grievances in accordance with the provisions of this Collective Bargaining Agreement. b. The transmission of such messages and information which shall originate with and are authorized by the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing or its officers, provided such limitations shall messages and information have the authority been reduced to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job dutieswriting. 3. Stewards shall not be permitted access to new hires to provide information related to the issue of union security in accordance with Article 4, Sections 4-8. 4. Stewards shall be permitted to conduct union official Union business with representatives of management and to investigate, present and process grievances, on City time without permission and off the property of the immediate supervisorUniversity. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business on such matters during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular Xxxxxxx'x normal working hours shall be considered working hours in computing overtime but shall be limited to two (2) hours paid hours workedtime per week, except that additional paid time for official Union business may be granted by the appropriate University supervisor in extraordinary circumstances. 5. In the event a Police unit xxxxxxx is not available or assigned to a campus, the Union may designate a representative on the same campus to serve in that capacity. 6. Meetings with management and conferrals relating to grievances shall be scheduled at mutually convenient times that do not interfere with the operation of any administrative unit of the University. 7. The Lodge shall receive a combined total of four (4) days annually without loss of pay for Lodge Officers and Stewards to conduct Lodge business or attend labor seminars. The Union shall provide the University with written notice of the names of the stewards to receive such training and the date and time of the training session at least thirty (30) days prior to the event. 8. The Union shall furnish current lists the University with a written list of all its Officers and stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will shall promptly notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works University in writing of any changes in the above within thirty (30) therein. 9. There shall be no Union activity during normal working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionexcept as expressly provided herein.

Stewards. ‌ The City Employer shall give one (1) job xxxxxxx, during his regular working hours or if outside his regular working hours his/her designated alternate, an opportunity to participate in the Employer’s orientation of new employees, or the right to meet with new employees during their workday to inform them of the benefits of Union representation without loss of time or pay. The Employer shall have the sole right to schedule the time and place for such participation so as not to interfere with the Employer’s operation. The Employer recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsEmployer’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Employer or the designated company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such message and information; (1) have been reduced to writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the Employer’s business. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx available bargaining unit member of the employee’s choice present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the terminal at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. Job stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the CityEmployer’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authority of job stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Local Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the job xxxxxxx or his/her designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt The job xxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with investigate, present and process grievances on the performance company property without loss of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time or pay during his/her regular working hours without permission interruption of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx Employer’s operation by calling group meetings; and where mutually agreed to by the Local Union and the Employer, off the property or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate other than during his/her regular schedule without loss of time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businesspay. Such time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The Union job xxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be permitted reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. meetings called by the local Local Union. The Employer shall be given twenty-four (24) hours’ prior notice by the Local Union. (a) The application of seniority which has been accrued herein shall be established in the Supplemental Agreements. (b) Seniority shall be broken only by discharge, voluntary quit, retirement, or more than a five (5) - year layoff. (c) This Section shall apply to all Supplemental Agreements.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes Employer agrees to recognize a reasonable number of local stewards as designated by the Union. Stewards and chapter officers as defined above shall be allowed a reasonable amount of time away from their regular duties to administer the Agreement at the facility where they work only within their own Agency unless the Agencies involved agree to representation across Agency lines. In situations where there are only a few employees of one Agency working at the facility of another Agency, agreement to such representation shall not be unreasonably withheld. In situations where there are only a few employees of one Agency in a county, the Employer agrees that the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards from one Agency to represent bargaining unit employees from other Agencies shall not be unreasonably denied. Before a xxxxxxx takes time away from his/her job duties to administer the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate the xxxxxxx shall act as must inform his/her supervisor or designee of the approximate duration of time the xxxxxxx when expects to be away from his/her job duties and, if the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever leaving the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailablework area, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at duration of time expected to be away from the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Unionwork area. The City recognizes these limitations upon Employer and the authority Union recognize the value of having an adequate number of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedprovide representation. The Union shall furnish current lists of all agrees to find ways to encourage more members to volunteer and train as stewards and alternate within their respective chapter/jurisdiction. The Employer recognizes that to ensure adequate Union representation, in occasional or unusual circumstances, limited travel time for stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksmay be necessary. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department Agency, in writing, of the stewards designated prior to the xxxxxxx assuming any duties. It is understood that the release of stewards is for contract administration purposes. Reasonable diligence will be exercised by stewards in performing their duties so that they do not interfere with the operational needs of the Employer. The parties agree that where a bargaining unit member is unable or unwilling to represent his/her own interest(s), a designated xxxxxxx shall be provided with all necessary documentation regarding the issue and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes will stand in the above within thirty (30) working days place of its occurrencethe member as their Union representative. Stewards and/or Union representatives requiring release time for contract administration purposes, shall follow procedures outlined in this Section, and Sections 3.11 and 25.07, of the Agreement before leaving their work location. Stewards shall contact the supervisor or designee of an area to be visited and shall secure the signature of that supervisor or designee. There shall be no cross-Agency representation except as follows: a Chapter President shall be allowed to cross Agency lines to represent employees covered by this Agreement in other Agencies when those Agencies’ stewards are not available. The City Agencies must be housed in the same building or facility (facility as used in this Article is defined to mean an institution or a complex of buildings in close physical proximity to one another). Agreement to such representation shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionnot be unreasonably denied.

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1. Unless waived in have been reduced to writing; or 2. if not reduced to writing, are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the Company’s business. When requested by the employee, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City Company meets with the employee about to conduct inves- tigatory interviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to conduct investigatory interviewsdiscuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bar- gaining unit member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or designated available bargaining unit member is presentpresent at any meeting or interview where the employ- ee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union represen- tation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City recognizes Company rec- ognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized unau- thorized acts. The City Company in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper disciplineproper, nondiscriminatory disci- xxxxx, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken led, or instigated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation xxxxx- tion of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reason- able time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company’s property without interruption of the Company’s opera- tion. Upon notification to his or her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to repre- sent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling griev- ances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular reg- ular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.”‌‌ The Union Employer shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards only be obligated to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate respond to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called information requests that are approved by the local Unionbusiness agent of the Local Union assigned to represent employees covered by this Agreement. Union stewards shall be allowed to wear a Union Xxxxxxx pin while on the Employer’s property.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes It is agreed by the right parties of the Union Memorandum of Understanding that UAPD may select a reasonable number of stewards for this Unit. UAPD shall give to select local stewards the department head a written list of employees from his department who have been selected as stewards. This list shall be kept current by UAPD. Stewards may spend a reasonable amount of time to promptly and alternate stewards expeditiously investigate and process formal grievances without loss of pay or benefits of any kind. Stewards, when leaving their work locations to represent transact such investigations or processing shall first obtain permission from their immediate supervisor and inform the employees on grievances arising under this Agreementsupervisor of the nature of the business. Permission to leave will be granted promptly unless such absences would cause an undue interruption of work. Except, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingshowever, denial of permission will automatically constitute an extension of the time equal to the amount of the delay. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when If such permission cannot be granted promptly the xxxxxxx is absent from workwill be immediately informed when time will be made available. Unless waived in writingSuch time will not be more than 24 hours, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailableexcluding Saturday, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at Sunday, and holidays, after the time of the meeting to represent him/herxxxxxxx'x request unless otherwise mutually agreed to. Meetings or interview Upon entering a work location, the xxxxxxx shall not begin until inform the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action cognizant supervisor of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission nature of the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx'x business. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify Permission to leave the supervisor upon leaving and give job will be granted promptly to the employee involved unless such absence would cause an approximate undo interruption of work. Except, however, denial of permission will automatically constitute an extension of the time equal to the amount of returndelay. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must employee cannot be made notifying available, the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businessxxxxxxx will be immediately informed when the employee will be made available. Such time spent conducting Union business during will not be more than 24 hours, excluding Saturday, Sunday and holidays after the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedtime of the xxxxxxx'x request, unless otherwise agreed to. The Union UAPD agrees that a xxxxxxx shall furnish current lists not log compensatory time or premium pay time for his time spent performing any function of all stewards and alternate stewards a xxxxxxx. Management will make every reasonable effort not to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of reassign a xxxxxxx if there is any changes other employee in the above within thirty (30) working days same classification who meets the specific qualifications of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionvacancy.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1. Unless waived in have been reduced to writing; or 2. if not reduced to writing, are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the Company’s business. When requested by the employee, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City Company meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsinterviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to discuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or designated available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Company recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Company in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken led, or instigated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company’s property without interruption of the Company’s operation. Upon notification to his or her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to represent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The Union employer shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards only be obligated to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate respond to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called information requests that are approved by the local Union.business agent of the Local Union assigned to represent employees covered by this Agreement. U nion stewards shall be allowed to wear a Union Xxxxxxx pin while on the Employer’s

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes Employer agrees to recognize a reasonable number of local stewards as designated by the Union. Stewards and chapter officers as defined above shall be allowed a reasonable amount of time away from their regular duties to administer the Agreement at the facility where they work only within their own Agency unless the Agencies involved agree to representation across Agency lines. In situations where there are only a few employees of one Agency working at the facility of another Agency, agreement to such representation shall not be unreasonably withheld. In situations where there are only a few employees of one Agency in a county, the Employer agrees that the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards from one Agency to represent bargaining unit employees from other Agencies shall not be unreasonably denied. Before a xxxxxxx takes time away from his/her job duties to administer the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate the xxxxxxx shall act as must inform his/her supervisor or designee of the approximate duration of time the xxxxxxx when expects to be away from his/her job duties and, if the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever leaving the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailablework area, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at duration of time expected to be away from the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Unionwork area. The City recognizes these limitations upon Employer and the authority Union recognize the value of having an adequate number of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedprovide representation. The Union shall furnish current lists of all agrees to find ways to encourage more members to volunteer and train as stewards and alternate within their respective chapter/jurisdiction. The Employer recognizes that to ensure adequate Union representation, in occasional or unusual circumstances, limited travel time for stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksmay be necessary. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department Agency, in writing, of the stewards designated prior to the xxxxxxx assuming any duties. It is understood that the release of stewards is for contract administration purposes. Reasonable diligence will be exercised by stewards in performing their duties so that they do not interfere with the operational needs of the Employer. The parties agree that where a bargaining unit member is unable or unwilling to represent his/her own interest(s), a designated xxxxxxx shall be provided with all necessary documentation regarding the issue and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes will stand in the above within thirty (30) working days place of its occurrencethe member as their Union representative. Stewards and/or Union representatives requiring release time for contract administration purposes, shall follow procedures outlined in this Section, and Sections 3.11 and 25.07 of the Agreement before leaving their work location. Stewards shall contact the supervisor or designee of an area to be visited and shall secure the signature of that supervisor or designee. There shall be no cross-Agency representation except as follows: a Chapter President shall be allowed to cross Agency lines to represent employees covered by this Agreement in other Agencies when those Agencies’ stewards are not available. The City Agencies must be housed in the same building or facility (facility as used in this Article is defined to mean an institution or a complex of buildings in close physical proximity to one another). Agreement to such representation shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionnot be unreasonably denied.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes ‌ A. Upon the right implementation of this Agreement and from time to time thereafter during the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under term of this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in laborMSEA-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act SEIU may designate Authority employees to serve as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there stewards. B. There shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailabledesignated at one time no more than ten (10) stewards, the employee may designate a including at least, one (1) from each bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting Maine Turnpike Chapter, a list to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until be provided to the xxxxxxxAuthority with all updates, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting containing the City’s business, except as authorized by official action names of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards designees and their alternatesareas of authority. C. Two (2) of the Stewards may be designated as Chief Stewards. D. Authority employees designated by MSEA-SEIU as stewards may investigate and process grievances within their designated areas of authority during work hours to a maximum extent of two hundred (200) hours of compensation annually for ten (10) stewards collectively, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered as administrative duty. E. A xxxxxxx serving on the MSEA-SEIU grievance committee may request, that any hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists served in that capacity be counted toward the collective two hundred (200) hour allotment of all stewards and alternate stewards administrative duty. F. In the event an individual xxxxxxx, because of unusual circumstances, should be required to request an addition to the City two hundred (200) hours referred to above, such request could be granted if mutually agreed to by the xxxxxxx'x Department Head or the Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union MSEA-SEIU. G. Any hours granted beyond two hundred (200) hours collectively will notify not be considered administrative duty. H. Permission for stewards to leave their work station for these purposes may be granted upon request to the City Human Resources Department most immediate supervisor not a member of the Fare Collection Bargaining Unit. I. Chief Stewards have regular duties as stewards and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay also be responsible for the following: i. Filling in for an absent xxxxxxx; ii. Coordinate grievances involving more than one (1) bargaining unit; iii. Filling in as xxxxxxx and/or alternate where a conflict arises with the worksite xxxxxxx; iv. Coordinate and supervise acts of the stewards. J. When a Xxxxxxx/Chief Xxxxxxx uses administrative duty or leave to attend Union meetingsinvestigate a possible grievance, workshopsthat xxxxxxx shall, conferenceswithin fourteen (14) days, training, etc. called submit a written statement to the Authority with a copy to MSEA-SEIU as to the amount of time used and the purposes stated for any activity during the previous month. K. The Authority shall grant administrative duty if needed to stewards for the purposes of attending two (2) xxxxxxx training sessions per year conducted by the local UnionMSEA-SEIU.

Stewards. ‌ 1. The City Township recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards designate a Shop Xxxxxxx and alternate stewards an Assistant Shop Xxxxxxx to represent the Union and the employees on grievances arising under covered by this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx Union shall act as xxxxxxx furnish the Township with the name of the Xxxxxxx and the Assistant Xxxxxxx and will notify the Township of any changes. 2. The Authority of the Shop Xxxxxxx and the Assistant Shop Xxxxxxx so designated by the Union shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: a. The investigation and presentation of grievances in accordance with the provisions of the Agreement. If both parties agree that it is necessary for the Xxxxxxx or an Assistant Xxxxxxx to perform any such duties during his/her work time, the Xxxxxxx or Assistant Xxxxxxx shall be released from work by his/her supervisor when it is convenient to the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in Township, and only to the extent necessary to make the investigation and to confer with the Township Representative. b. The transmission of such messages and information which would originate with and are authorized by the Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1) have been reduced to writing; 2) if not reduced to writing, there shall be but is of a xxxxxxx routine nature and does not involve work stoppages, slowdowns or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets any other interferences with the employee about discipline Township business; 3) the Shop Xxxxxxx or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have Assistant Shop Xxxxxxx has no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting to interrupt a Township's businesses; 4) the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations Township shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx Shop Xxxxxxx or Assistant Shop Xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown action involving work stoppages or work stoppage slowdowns in violation of this Agreement; 5) the Shop Xxxxxxx or Assistant Shop Xxxxxxx is authorized to investigate, present and process grievances on or off the Township's premises, provided such activity is not disruptive of any work in which he is engaged and subject to the necessity of maintaining his schedule and not disrupting the schedule or manpower of any other member of the bargaining unit who may be involved in the grievance. 3. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business Any settlement of a grievance by the Xxxxxxx or Assistant Xxxxxxx and the Township involved in a dispute shall be reviewed by the Township and the Union at the request of either, and no such settlement shall establish a precedent or conflict in any manner that minimizes interference with the performance provisions of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionthis Agreement.

Stewards. ‌ The City Employer shall give one (1) job xxxxxxx, during his regular working hours or if outside his regular working hours his/her designated alternate, an opportunity to participate in the Employer’s orientation of new employees, or the right to meet with new employees during their workday to inform them of the benefits of Union representation without loss of time or pay. The Employer shall have the sole right to schedule the time and place for such participation so as not to interfere with the Employer’s operation. The Employer recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsEmployer’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Employer or the designated company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such message and information; (1) have been reduced to writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the Employer’s business. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx available bargaining unit member of the employee’s choice present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the terminal at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. Job stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the CityEmployer’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authority of job stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Local Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the job xxxxxxx or his/her designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt The job xxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with investigate, present and process grievances on the performance company property without loss of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time or pay during his/her regular working hours without permission interruption of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx Employer’s operation by calling group meetings; and where mutually agreed to by the Local Union and the Employer, off the property or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate other than during his/her regular schedule without loss of time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businesspay. Such time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be considered working hours in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The applicable road xxxxxxx shall be paid hours workedhis/her hourly rate for time spent in grievance hearings/meetings attended by the Employer and the Union before or after his/her run. The Union job xxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be permitted reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. meetings called by the local Local Union. The Employer shall be given twenty-four (24) hours’ prior notice by the Local Union.

Stewards. ‌ Section 1. The City recognizes Medical Center agrees to recognize stewards who are employees of the right Medical Center and who have been designated by the Union to serve in such capacity. It shall be the responsibility of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent notify the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, AVC HR in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingswriting upon designation or resignation or removal of a xxxxxxx. The alternate number of stewards, selected from among Medical Center employees in the appropriate unit, shall not exceed one (1) chief xxxxxxx shall act and three (3) line stewards. It is agreed that the Union in appointing such stewards does so for the express purpose of promoting an effective relationship between supervisors and employees by helping to settle problems as xxxxxxx when the lowest possible level of organization. Section 2. The function of the line xxxxxxx is absent from workto serve as a Union point of initial contact and information for all employees in the appropriate unit. Unless waived in writingStewards will be allowed reasonable time during working hours, there without loss of pay or leave, for the purpose of discussing grievances or other appropriate matters directly related to the work situation of employees. Reasonable time for this purpose shall be a interpreted to mean up to thirty (30) minutes per contact, but no more than two (2) hours per week total for all grievance handling. The xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever is permitted to discuss the City meets problem(s) with the employee about discipline or employees immediately concerned and if appropriate, to conduct investigatory interviewsattempt to achieve settlement with the supervisory personnel involved. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailableBefore attempting to act on any employee grievance, the xxxxxxx will insure that the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at has discussed the time of the meeting to represent himmatter with his/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate her supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify may be present during the discussion between the employee and the supervisor upon if the employee so requests. Before leaving his/her post, the xxxxxxx will request permission of his/her immediate supervisor and give an approximate time advise him/her: (1) that his/her absence involves Union business; (2) the location to which he/she is going. It is understood that the work and service provided by the Medical Center are the primary concern and such requests for absence on Union business will be evaluated by the supervisor in light of returnthe xxxxxxx'x assigned work and the conditions existing at the time. If the supervisor feels that he/she cannot excuse the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the requested time, he/she should advise the xxxxxxx of the time givenhe/she may be excused. On arriving at his/her destination, a call must be made notifying the supervisor xxxxxxx will seek out the person in charge and advise him/her: (1) the purpose of additional time neededhis/her visit; (2) the name of the employee he/she wishes to see. The supervisor shall will normally make the employee available. If the employee is not unreasonably deny a request available because of work demands, the supervisor will inform the xxxxxxx when the employee will be available. Section 3. The function of the Chief Xxxxxxx is to conduct Union businessassist the line stewards when necessary. Such He/she will observe the procedures set forth in Section 2 of this article. Section 4. It is agreed that the time spent conducting Union business off during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall granted to stewards will not be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists used for discussing any matters connected with the internal management and operation of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify Union; the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works collection of any changes dues or assessments; the solicitation of membership; campaigning for elective office in the above within thirty (30) working days Union; the distribution of its occurrenceliterature; or the solicitation of grievances or complaints. Section 5. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the An employee desiring to leave his post to discuss an appropriate matter with a xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionwill obtain prior permission from his/her supervisor.

Stewards. ‌ The City Management recognizes that Local 660 Shop Stewards are the right official on-site representatives of the Union and further acknowledges that no Xxxxxxx shall be discriminated against because of the exercise of their rights and duties under the MOU. It is agreed and understood by the parties to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, Memorandum of Understanding that there shall be a xxxxxxx reasonable number of Stewards agreed upon by Local 660, the department heads and the departments involved. Local 660 shall give each department or alternate xxxxxxx present district head having employees in the unit and the Department of Personnel a written list of the names of employees selected as Stewards which list shall be kept current by Local 660 and only employees designated as authorized Stewards will be recognized by the County. A Xxxxxxx shall not be transferred, or changed to a different work shift without Local 660 approval as long as work for which he is qualified is available. This paragraph is not to be construed to limit changes resulting from promotion. Local 660 agrees that whenever investigation or the City meets with processing of a formal grievance is to be transacted during working hours, only that amount of time necessary to bring about a prompt disposition of the matter will be utilized. Stewards desiring to leave their work location to transact such investigations or processing shall first obtain permission from their immediate supervisor and inform him of the nature of the business. Permission to leave will be granted promptly unless such absence would cause an undue interruption of work. Upon entering other work locations, the Xxxxxxx shall inform the supervisor of the nature of his business. Permission to leave the job will be granted promptly to the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time involved unless such absence would cause an undue interruption of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of returnwork. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must employee cannot be made notifying available, the supervisor of additional time neededXxxxxxx will be informed when the employee will be made available. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedXxxxxxx may attend employee orientation meetings. The Union Xxxxxxx shall furnish current lists perform the aforementioned duties without loss of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Workspay. The Union SEIU, Local 660 President, Vice President and Chair of the Bargaining Policy Committee will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be allowed reasonable time off without loss of pay for to perform the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etcresponsibilities of his/her position. called by the local Union.ARTICLE41 WORK SCHEDULES

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes ‌ A. Upon the right implementation of this Agreement and from time to time thereafter during the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under term of this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in laborMSEA-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act SEIU may designate Authority employees to serve as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there stewards. B. There shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailabledesignated at one time no more than ten (10) stewards, the employee may designate a including at least one (1) from each bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting Maine Turnpike Chapter, a list to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until be provided to the xxxxxxxAuthority with all updates, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting containing the City’s business, except as authorized by official action names of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards designees and their alternatesareas of authority. C. Two (2) of the Stewards may be designated as Chief Stewards. D. Authority employees designated by MSEA-SEIU as stewards may investigate and process grievances within their designated areas of authority during work hours to a maximum extent of two hundred (200) hours of compensation annually for ten (10) stewards collectively, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered as administrative duty. E. A xxxxxxx serving on the MSEA-SEIU grievance committee may request that any hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists served in that capacity be counted toward the collective two hundred (200) hour allotment of all stewards and alternate stewards administrative duty. F. In the event an individual xxxxxxx, because of unusual circumstances, should be required to request an addition to the City two hundred (200) hours referred to above, such request could be granted if mutually agreed to by the xxxxxxx'x Department Head or the Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union MSEA-SEIU. G. Any hours granted beyond two hundred (200) hours collectively will notify not be considered administrative duty. H. Permission for stewards to leave their work station for these purposes may be granted upon request to the City Human Resources Department most immediate supervisor not a member of the Headquarters Bargaining Unit. I. Chief Stewards have regular duties as stewards and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay also be responsible for the following: i. Filling in for an absent xxxxxxx; ii. Coordinate grievances involving more than one (1) bargaining unit; iii. Filling in as xxxxxxx and/or alternate where a conflict arises with the worksite xxxxxxx; iv. Coordinate and supervise acts of the stewards. J. When a Xxxxxxx/Chief Xxxxxxx uses administrative duty or leave to attend Union meetingsinvestigate a possible grievance, workshopsthat xxxxxxx shall, conferenceswithin fourteen (14) days, training, etc. called submit a written statement to the Authority with a copy to MSEA-SEIU as to the amount of time used and the purposes stated for any activity during the previous month. K. The Authority shall grant administrative duty if needed to stewards for the purposes of attending two (2) xxxxxxx training sessions per year conducted by the local UnionMSEA-SEIU.

Stewards. ‌ The City Employer recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternates from the Employer’s seniority list. The Employer shall be advised in writing of the names of stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under when this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings Agreement is executed and in labor-management meetingsany changes thereafter. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Employer or the designated company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such message and information; (1) have been reduced to writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the Employer’s business. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx available bargaining unit member of the employee’s choice present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the terminal at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. Job stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the CityEmployer’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authority of job stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Local Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the job xxxxxxx or his/her designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt The job xxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with investigate, present and process grievances on the performance company property without loss of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time or pay during his/her regular working hours without permission interruption of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx Employer’s operation by calling group meetings; and where mutually agreed to by the Local Union and the Employer, off the property or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate other than during his/her regular schedule without loss of time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businesspay. Such time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The Union job xxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be permitted reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. meetings called by the local Local Union. The Employer shall be given twenty- four (24) hours’ prior notice by the Local Union.

Stewards. ‌ There shall be at least one Xxxxxxx and one designated alternate at each terminal. The City Employer shall provide a locking file cabinet for the Xxxxxxx to conduct Union business on the Employer’s premises. The Union shall have sole possession of the key. At no time shall any xxxxxxx be discriminated against for Union activities. Before discharging a xxxxxxx, except in cases of proven dishonesty, drunkenness, or being under the influence of a habit forming controlled substance, the Employer shall take the matter up with the Union. The Employer recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards designate a xxxxxxx and an alternate from the Employer’s active work list. The authority of the xxxxxxx and alternate stewards so designated by the Union shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with the Employer or the designated Employer representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; and, (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with, and are authorized by the Local Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: (1) have been reduced to represent writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the employees on grievances arising under this AgreementEmployer’s business. (d) The job xxxxxxx, in disciplinary proceedings and in laboror his designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time-management meetingsoff without pay to attend Union meetings called by the Local Union. The alternate xxxxxxx Employer shall act as xxxxxxx when be given twenty-four (24) hours prior notice by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union. Unless waived in writingWhen requested by the Union or the employee, there shall be a xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx other bargaining unit member designated by the Union present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union Xxxxxxx or the designated bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If a Union requests a copy of waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. The xxxxxxx and alternates the alternate have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the CityEmployer’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards the xxxxxxx and their alternatesthe alternate, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx or designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes Company acknowledges the right of the Union to select local stewards appoint one (1) Xxxxxxx for the Highway Drivers, and alternate stewards to represent one (1) Xxxxxxx for City employees, and if the employees on grievances arising under this Agreementoperations are such as cannot be covered by these Stewards, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsadditional Stewards may be appointed. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there It shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or Stewards duty to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except process grievances as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City outlined in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation Article of this Agreement. The Stewards will attempt to conduct may also discuss Union business in membership with a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above new employee within thirty (30) working days of its occurrencehis employment. The City Xxxxxxx'x duty shall allow reasonable time in no way conflict with his duties to the Company and he shall be held responsible for the same quantity and quality of work as other employees. Should the Company believe that the Xxxxxxx'x activities are affecting the Xxxxxxx'x work or the work of other employees, the Company shall contact the Business Representative of the Local Union, and register the grievance, commencing with Step D as outlined in Article of this Agreement. The Union will inform the Company, in writing, of the name of the Xxxxxxx, and of any subsequent change in the name of the Xxxxxxx. The Company shall not be asked to recognize any Xxxxxxx until such notification from the Union has been received. Should there be any cause to suspend or discharge the Xxxxxxx, the Company shall in every case the Local Union in writing so that the Local Union is in receipt of such notification before such discipline or discharge. The Xxxxxxx shall be the last man laid off without in the event of a lay-off. Wherever possible, grievances shall be processed during the normal hours of the Xxxxxxx. A Xxxxxxx shall receive regular rate of pay when grievances, or pending grievances, are processed with the Company on Company property, or at any other place which is mutually agreed upon by both the Union and the Company. In no case will a Xxxxxxx be paid premium rate for the settlement of grievances. If the Company representative is unable to meet the Xxxxxxx during the Xxxxxxx'x normal hours, the Xxxxxxx shall be paid at regular rate of pay for all time spent during the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend processing of the grievance with the Company on the Company property or at any other place which is mutually agreed upon by both the Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by and the local UnionIn no case will a Xxxxxxx be paid premium rate for the settlement of grievances.

Stewards. ‌ The City Section 1. Legal Rights of Shop Xxxxxxx Management recognizes that Local 660 Shop Stewards are the right official on-site representatives of the Union and further acknowledges that no Xxxxxxx shall be discriminated against because of the exercise of their rights and duties under the MOU. Section 2. It is agreed by the parties of the Memorandum of Understanding that LACEA, Local 660, SEIU may select a reasonable number of stewards for this Unit. LACEA, Local 660, SEIU shall give to select local stewards each department head a written list of employees from his department who have been selected as stewards. This list shall be kept current by LACEA, Local 660, SEIU. Management recognizes that SEIU, Local 660 Shop Stewards are on-site representatives of the union for purposes of performing duties set forth in this article. Stewards may spend a reasonable amount of time to promptly and alternate stewards expeditiously investigate and process formal grievances for any County-employed SEIU Local 660- represented member located at the xxxxxxx’x workplace, or attend employee orientation meetings without loss of pay or benefits of any kind. Stewards, when leaving their work locations to represent transact such investigations or processing, shall first obtain permission from their immediate supervisor and inform the employees on grievances arising under this Agreementsupervisor of the nature of the business. Permission to leave will be granted promptly unless such absence would cause an undue interruption of work. Except, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingshowever, denial of permission will automatically constitute an extension of the time equal to the amount of the delay. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when If such permission cannot be granted promptly the xxxxxxx is absent from workwill be immediately informed when time will be made available. Unless waived in writingSuch time will not be more than twenty-four (24) hours, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailableexcluding Saturday, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at Sunday, and holidays, after the time of the meeting to represent him/herxxxxxxx'x request, unless otherwise mutually agreed to. Meetings or interview Upon entering a work location, the xxxxxxx shall not begin until inform the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action cognizant supervisor of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission nature of the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx'x business. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify Permission to leave the supervisor upon leaving and give job will be granted promptly to the employee involved unless such absence would cause an approximate undue interruption of work. Except, however, d enial of permission will automatically constitute an extension of the time equal to the amount of returndelay. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must employee cannot be made notifying available, the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businessxxxxxxx will be immediately informed when the employee will be made available. Such time will not be more than 24 hours, excluding Saturday, Sunday, and holidays after the time of the xxxxxxx'x request, unless otherwise mutually agreed to. LACEA, Local 660, XXXX agrees that a xxxxxxx shall not log compensatory time or premium pay time for the time spent conducting Union business during performing any function of a xxxxxxx. Management will make every reasonable effort not to reassign a xxxxxxx if there is any other employee in the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedsame classification who meets the specific qualifications necessary to fill the vacancy. The Union shall furnish current lists SEIU, Local 660 President, Vice-President, and Chair of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union Bargaining Policy Committee will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be allowed reasonable time off without loss of pay for to perform the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionresponsibilities of his/her position.

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards alternates from the Company’s seniority list. The (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the Local Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1. have been reduced to represent writing; or 2. if not reduced to writing, are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s business. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when When requested by the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writingemployee, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City Company meets with the employee about to conduct inves- tigatory interviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to conduct investigatory interviewsdiscuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bar- gaining unit member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or designated available bargaining unit member is presentpresent at any meeting or interview where the employ- ee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union represen- tation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City recognizes Company rec- ognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized unautho- rized acts. The City Company in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken unauthorized led, or instigated or encouraged unautho- rized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reason- able time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company’s property without interruption of the Company’s opera- tion. Upon notification to his or her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to repre- sent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling griev- ances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular reg- ular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union“job xxxxxxx.”

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1. Unless waived in have been reduced to writing; or 2. if not reduced to writing, there are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the Company’s business. Recognizing the importance of the role of the Union Xxxxxxx in re- solving problems or disputes between the Company and its employ- ees, the Company reaffirms its commitment to the active involve- ment of Union Stewards in such processes in accordance with the terms of this Article. There shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate Union representative present when re- quested by the employee. The Company will make every possible attempt to include a xxxxxxx present or Union Representative whenever the City it meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsinterviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to discuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx Union representative, or designated available bargaining unit member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx, Union representative, or designated available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or inter- view where the employee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. The Local Union will be obligated to provide an adequate number of stewards per shift. What is present“adequate” will be determined by the Local Union. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Company recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Compa- ny in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken led, or insti- gated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/ or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reason- able time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Com- pany’s property without interruption of the Company’s operation. Upon notification to his/her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to represent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activi- ty does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not inter- rupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours workedin computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The Employer shall only be obligated to respond to information re- quests that are approved by the business agent of the Local Union assigned to represent employees covered by this Agreement. The Union stewards shall furnish current lists be allowed to wear a Union Xxxxxxx pin while on the Employer’s property. Section 1. Seniority (a) Upon completion of the probationary period, the employee’s seniority for all stewards and alternate stewards purposes shall be the first (1st) day worked as a probationary employee. Seniority shall be broken only by discharge, voluntary quit, normal retirement, or more than a three (3) year lay- off, employees on workers compensation leave or other leave. (b) A list of employees arranged in the order of their seniority shall be posted on the Union bulletin board no less often than once every six (6) months. A copy of the seniority posting shall be sent to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify Local Union. (c) Any controversy over the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works seniority standing of any changes in employee on the above within seniority list shall be subject to the grievance procedure. An em- ployee shall have thirty (30) working days to protest his/her placement on the seniority list once it is first posted. If there is no written protest with- in this thirty (30) day period, the employee shall not have a right to challenge his/her placement on the list thereafter. (d) For full-time employees there shall be two seniority lists, “local cartage” and “over-the-road.” There shall also be a separate “casual local cartage” seniority list. Employees in the following classifica- tions shall be included on the local cartage seniority list: all truck drivers, helpers, dock workers, jockeys, and such other employees as may be presently or hereafter represented by the Union, engaged in local pickup, delivery, and assembling of its occurrencefreight. The City “over-the- road” seniority list shall allow reasonable include all over-the-road drivers whose primary job is to transport freight between the Employer’s facilities. Nothing within this paragraph shall preclude the Company from re- questing a road driver to make extra stops to pick up or deliver freight in connection with his/her regular run or performing other local cartage work as the Company may assign. It is not the intent of the Company that this provision be utilized to diminish cartage em- ployees’ work. No local cartage city employee having a CDL can be forced on a road run that has a lay-down. In those Service Centers in which there are more local cartage CDL employees than CDL bids, Local Cartage employees holding a CDL shall be allowed to bid on all local cartage positions, both CDL and non-CDL. If there is an insufficient number of CDL qualified drivers to fill existing full time local cartage CDL driving bids at the time of the bids, the junior CDL holder(s) will not be awarded the bid on the non-CDL jobs. Road drivers who do not possess a scheduled run(s) with the same start time will have the option to pass on available loads if a road driver with less seniority is available to make the run provided there are more drivers than loads. (e) The Company shall offer extra city or dock work to road em- ployees who are on layoff and who are qualified and immediately available for city or dock work prior to using casual employees, except where there is a mutually agreed procedure to the contrary. No road employee shall gain “local cartage” seniority under this provision, but he/she shall accrue Company seniority. (f) The following shall apply to casual employees: 1. For employees hired after ratification of this Agreement, the first (1st) day of orientation as a casual will be the casual seniority date. If more than one (1) employee starts orientation on the same date, seniority shall be determined by application date and time. 2. A casual employee laid off without pay due to lack of work for less than one year will retain his/her casual seniority. Company and job classification se- niority shall be lost due to discharge, voluntary quit or retirement. 3. The date a casual employee obtains full-time employment shall be the xxxxxxx and/or alternate employee’s regular seniority date. 4. A casual employee whose layoff exceeds one (1) year shall be considered to attend Union meetingshave been terminated and shall lose seniority, workshopsbut may reapply for employment. 5. A full-time employee’s seniority shall prevail over a casual em- ployee’s seniority in case of layoff. 6. If a full-time position is available for bid, conferencesand is not bid upon by a qualified regular full-time employee, training, etcthe casual employee with the most seniority who bids on the position will be awarded the position if he/she meets the minimum qualifications of the position. 7. called by Casual employees will be laid off and recalled to their job classi- fication in accordance with Section 2 below. 8. When a casual dockworker or combination of casual dockwork- ers works the local Union.same shift for eight (8) continuous hours forty-five

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes Company acknowledges the right of the Union to appoint or otherwise select local stewards stewards, who shall be per- manent regular employees with seniority, and alternate stewards to represent employed in the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsdepartment or departments they represent. The alternate number of stewards, and the zones each repre- sents shall be determined to the mutual satisfaction of the parties. Each xxxxxxx shall act represent only those employees in his agreed zone except as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall he may be acting as a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksgrievance committee. The Union will notify supply the City Human Resources Department Company with a list of stewards showing the zone for which each is responsible. The Company will be notified in writ- ing each time a xxxxxxx resigns or is appointed and Greater Cincinnati Water Works will not be required to as a xxxxxxx, any employee whose name does not appear on the list. In the event of any changes the resignation of a zone xxxxxxx, the Union will insure that the vacancy is filled within two calendar weeks thereafter, and the name of the new xxxxxxx delivered to the Company. The above time limit may be extended by mutual agreement. CHIEF STEWARDS In addition to the above stewards, the Company will a Chief Xxxxxxx who may be appointed or otherwise selected to represent that plant wherein the Union president is not employed. Such Chief Xxxxxxx may assist departmental stewards and also in place of an absent departmental xxxxxxx as may the Local president in the above within thirty other plant. PAYMENT TO STEWARDS With the exception of contract negotiations (30) see below), the Company will not be required to pay for any time spent by the Union stewards or by mem- bers of the Union committee in servicing grievances or at meetings with the Company outside their regu- lar working days hours. PERMISSION TO ACT DURING WORKING HOURS It is understood that stewards have their regular du- ties to perform on behalf of its occurrencethe Company. If it is necessary for a xxxxxxx to service a grievance dur- ing working hours, he shall not leave his department without first securing permission from his immedi- ate supervisor. If requested, he shall give a reasonable explanation of why he deems such action to be necessary. When resuming his regular duties, he shall again re- port to his supervisor. Should it become necessary for a xxxxxxx, in the performance of his duties as a xxxxxxx, to contact another employee, he will first secure the permission of such other person’s supervisor. Such permission will not be unduly withheld. MEETINGS WITH MANAGEMENT Where it is necessary for Union representatives, grievers or witnesses to meet with Management rep- resentatives, permission for time off will not be un- reasonably withheld. UNION COMMITTEE When it is necessary for the Union to confer with the Company on any matter(s), a committee of four seniority employees, assisted by a Union repre- sentative, shall represent the members of the bargain- ing unit. For purposes of this provision, the term “Union representative” shall not be restricted to re- gional representatives of the Joint Board, or other employees of the International Union, nor shall the provision be construed as limiting the calling of such witness as may be required. The City shall allow reasonable Company agrees to pay the individual members of the Union committee for all time off without pay lost by them as a result of their involvement in negotiations for a renewal of the collective agreement. When meetings take place between the Company and the Union for purposes other than for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate renewal of the collective agreement, grievance meetings, and arbitration hearings, the Company reserves the right to limit participation by bargaining unit members to a reasonable number from each affected for a particular committee or subcommittee provided that in exercising this right, they refrain from making capricious and arbitrary decisions. Leave of Absence will be granted to delegated mem- bers to attend Union meetingsconventions, workshopsconferences and schools. All requests for Leave of Absence shall be made in writing to the Personnel Department three months prior to date of intended leave stating the reason for the leave and requested duration thereof. Leave of Absence may be granted to delegated mem- bers to attend Union activities, conferencesas stated above, training, etcwhen the written request is submitted with less than three months’ notice to the Company. called by the local UnionSuch Leave shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Stewards. ‌ a) The City recognizes Union has the right to select or appoint Union Stewards (“Stewards”) to assist employees in presenting any complaints they have to representatives of the Union employer; the investigation and presentation of grievances up to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this AgreementStep 2, in disciplinary proceedings and in laborgeneral, to administer and defend the Collective Agreement. In general, the number of Stewards will be determined to provide employees with consistent access to union representation as follows: i) One (1) Xxxxxxx in each of the major city areas (Calgary & Edmonton) for every twenty-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when five (25) employees, or portions thereof; ii) An additional Xxxxxxx may be appointed by the Union for each job site that has fifteen (15) employees or more, if an acting xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards working on that specific project; iii) The Employer and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have will mutually agree to adjust the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or number of Stewards as work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving load and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Workssites require. The Union will notify advise the City Human Resources Department Employer in writing of the names of the Xxxxxxx(s). Stewards will receive an hourly premium as set out in Schedule “A”. b) A Xxxxxxx will be given the opportunity to address new hires for the purpose of introducing themselves and Greater Cincinnati Water Works the Union, distributing Union literature, and ensuring that the appropriate Union paperwork (benefits, pension, union membership, etc) has been completed. If a Xxxxxxx is on site, they will be given the opportunity to attend any formal discipline meetings that may involve suspensions or terminations. c) The Union acknowledges that Stewards have regular duties to perform as employees of any changes the Employer and that such employee will not leave their regular duties for the purpose of conducting business in connection with the above within thirty (30) working days administration of its occurrencethe Agreement or the investigation or presentation of grievances, without first obtaining the permission of their Xxxxxxx or immediate Supervisor. Such permission will not be unreasonably withheld. The City shall allow reasonable Employer will pay Stewards at their regular hourly rate for time spent attending such duties during their working hours. d) Union stewards may be laid off without pay for or reduced in number in accordance with the xxxxxxx and/or alternate completion of the various phases of each project. Where possible the Union will be notified prior to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Uniona Xxxxxxx being laid off.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes A. Upon the right implementation of this Agreement and from time to time thereafter during the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under term of this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in laborMSEA-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act SEIU may designate Authority employees to serve as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there stewards. B. There shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailabledesignated at one time no more than ten (10) stewards, the employee may designate a including at least, one (1) from each bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting Maine Turnpike Chapter, a list to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until be provided to the xxxxxxxAuthority with all updates, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting containing the City’s business, except as authorized by official action names of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards designees and their alternatesareas of authority. C. Two (2) of the Stewards may be designated as Chief Stewards. D. Authority employees designated by MSEA-SEIU as stewards may investigate and process grievances within their designated areas of authority during work hours to a maximum extent of two hundred (200) hours of compensation annually for ten (10) stewards collectively, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered as administrative duty. E. A xxxxxxx serving on the MSEA-SEIU grievance committee may request, that any hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists served in that capacity be counted toward the collective two hundred (200) hour allotment of all stewards and alternate stewards administrative duty. F. In the event an individual xxxxxxx, because of unusual circumstances, should be required to request an addition to the City two hundred (200) hours referred to above, such request could be granted if mutually agreed to by the xxxxxxx'x Department Head or the Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union MSEA-SEIU. G. Any hours granted beyond two hundred (200) hours collectively will notify not be considered administrative duty. H. Permission for stewards to leave their work station for these purposes may be granted upon request to the City Human Resources Department most immediate supervisor not a member of the Maintenance and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City Operations Bargaining Unit. I. Chief Stewards have regular duties as stewards and shall allow reasonable time off without pay also be responsible for the following: i. Filling in for an absent xxxxxxx; ii. Coordinate grievances involving more than one (1) bargaining unit; iii. Filling in as xxxxxxx and/or alternate where a conflict arises with the worksite xxxxxxx; iv. Coordinate and supervise acts of the stewards. J. When a Xxxxxxx/Chief Xxxxxxx uses administrative duty or leave to attend Union meetingsinvestigate a possible grievance, workshopsthat xxxxxxx shall, conferenceswithin fourteen (14) days, training, etc. called by submit a written statement to the local UnionAuthority with a copy to MSEA-SEIU as to the amount of time used and the purposes stated for any activity during the previous month. K. The Authority shall grant administrative duty if needed to stewards for the purposes of attending two

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes ‌ A. Upon the right implementation of this Agreement and from time to time thereafter during the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under term of this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in laborMSEA-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act SEIU may designate Authority employees to serve as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there stewards. B. There shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailabledesignated at one time no more than ten (10) stewards, the employee may designate a including at least, one (1) from each bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting Maine Turnpike Chapter, a list to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until be provided to the xxxxxxxAuthority with all updates, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting containing the City’s business, except as authorized by official action names of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards designees and their alternatesareas of authority. C. Two (2) of the Stewards may be designated as Chief Stewards. D. Authority employees designated by MSEA-SEIU as stewards may investigate and process grievances within their designated areas of authority during work hours to a maximum extent of two hundred (200) hours of compensation annually for ten (10) stewards collectively, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered as administrative duty. E. A xxxxxxx serving on the MSEA-SEIU grievance committee may request, that any hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists served in that capacity be counted toward the collective two hundred (200) hour allotment of all stewards and alternate stewards administrative duty. F. In the event an individual xxxxxxx, because of unusual circumstances, should be required to request an addition to the City two hundred (200) hours referred to above, such request could be granted if mutually agreed to by the xxxxxxx'x Department Head or the Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union MSEA-SEIU. G. Any hours granted beyond two hundred (200) hours collectively will notify not be considered administrative duty. H. Permission for stewards to leave their work station for these purposes may be granted upon request to the City Human Resources Department most immediate supervisor not a member of the Maintenance and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City Operations Bargaining Unit. I. Chief Stewards have regular duties as stewards and shall allow reasonable time off without pay also be responsible for the following: i. Filling in for an absent xxxxxxx; ii. Coordinate grievances involving more than one (1) bargaining unit; iii. Filling in as xxxxxxx and/or alternate where a conflict arises with the worksite xxxxxxx; iv. Coordinate and supervise acts of the stewards. J. When a Xxxxxxx/Chief Xxxxxxx uses administrative duty or leave to attend Union meetingsinvestigate a possible grievance, workshopsthat xxxxxxx shall, conferenceswithin fourteen (14) days, training, etc. called submit a written statement to the Authority with a copy to MSEA-SEIU as to the amount of time used and the purposes stated for any activity during the previous month. K. The Authority shall grant administrative duty if needed to stewards for the purposes of attending two (2) xxxxxxx training sessions per year conducted by the local UnionMSEA-SEIU.

Stewards. ‌ 1. The City University of Maine System recognizes the right of the Union to select local designate Lodge Officers and stewards at those campuses with unit employees. Lodge Officers designated by the Union may act as stewards on a particular campus and alternate stewards will primarily be used to represent the employees Police unit on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in laborSystem committees constituted to address system-management meetingswide issues. 2. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, so designated by the Union shall be limited to and shall not hold exceed the following duties and activities: a. The investigation and presentation of grievances in accordance with the provisions of this Collective Bargaining Agreement. b. The transmission of such messages and information which shall originate with and are authorized by the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing or its officers, provided such limitations shall messages and information have the authority been reduced to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job dutieswriting. 3. Stewards shall not be permitted access to new hires to provide information related to the issue of union security in accordance with Article 4, Sections 4-8. 4. Stewards shall be permitted to conduct union official Union business with representatives of management and to investigate, present and process grievances, on City time without permission and off the property of the immediate supervisorUniversity. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business on such matters during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular Xxxxxxx'x normal working hours shall be considered working hours in computing overtime but shall be limited to two (2) hours paid hours workedtime per week, except that additional paid time for official Union business may be granted by the appropriate University supervisor in extraordinary circumstances. 5. In the event a Police unit xxxxxxx is not available or assigned to a campus, the Union may designate a representative on the same campus to serve in that capacity. 6. Meetings with management and conferrals relating to grievances shall be scheduled at mutually convenient times that do not interfere with the operation of any administrative unit of the University. 7. The Lodge shall receive a combined total of eight (8) days annually without loss of pay for Lodge Officers and Stewards to conduct Lodge business or attend labor seminars, with administrative approval, operations and staffing permitting. The Union shall provide the University with written notice of the names of the stewards to receive such training and the date and time of the training session at least thirty (30) days prior to the event. 8. The Union shall furnish current lists the University with a written list of all its Officers and stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will shall promptly notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works University in writing of any changes in the above within thirty (30) therein. 9. There shall be no Union activity during normal working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionexcept as expressly provided herein.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes There shall be three (3) stewards. For purposes of grievance meeting step) the right grievance committee consists of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailablexxxxxxx, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at chairperson, the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of Business Agent for the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon Company is to be in writing of alternate addition, there will spokesperson for the authority of stewards and their alternatestemporary employees, and shall not hold elected by the Union liable for any unauthorized actsemployees. The City spokesperson shall be involved in so recognizing such limitations only those issues directly effect temporary issues. The employees shall elect a Plant Chairperson or he shall be elected by Executive Board and the Company will recognize a Plant Chairpernon notified in writing by the Union. In view of the important Union offices held by the Plant Chairpersod Stewards, it is recognized that they have a responsibility to consistent observance of the authority provisions of this Agreement and to impose proper disciplineany infractions to Management for prompt and appropriate action. There shall be no discrimination against, including dischargeor criticism of, the for Union activities, provided they function in accordance with the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation appropriate provisions of this Agreement. The Company will recognize the Stewards and will attempt inform them of all discharges and personnel changes the bargaining unit. This The Company shall entertain no grievance involving an alleged breach of any provision of this Agreement until the complaining party has given a statement of such complaint to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job dutiesXxxxxxx or Business Agent. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City be allowed reasonable time without permission to service grievances, the Xxxxxxx concerned has secured authorization from his Supervisor leaving his work. The Company will arrange meetings for discussion with Management, as possible, before the end of a working day of the immediate supervisorXxxxxxx concerned. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time givenmeetings, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours dealing with grievance matters, shall be paid hours workedwith Chairperson and the Xxxxxxx involved. The Union notices shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to be posted on the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called bulletin boards supplied purpose by the local Company, provided that such notices apply only to business and that they are placed on the boards only by Union.

Stewards. ‌ 8.01 The City Employer agrees to recognize Shop Stewards and alternate Shop Stewards for the purpose of overseeing the terms of the Collective Agreement being implemented and for the purpose of presenting complaints and grievances to the Agency. The Employer recognizes the Union's right to select Shop Stewards on the following basis: (a) One (1) Shop Xxxxxxx and one (1) alternate. (b) No employee shall be recognized as a Shop Xxxxxxx until the Union advises the Employer of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent names of the employees on designated as Shop Stewards. 8.02 A Xxxxxxx or alternate shall obtain the permission of their dispatcher before leaving their work to perform duties as a Xxxxxxx. Leave for this purpose shall be without loss of pay and shall not be unreasonably withheld. Before returning to work, the Xxxxxxx will notify the dispatcher. Stewards will complete their duties in an expeditious manner. 8.03 The duties of a Xxxxxxx are: (a) Investigation of complaints; (b) Investigation of grievances arising under and assisting employees in presenting a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedure; (c) Supervision of ballot boxes during ratification votes; and (d) Attending meetings at the request of the Employer. There shall be no loss of wages, seniority, or fringe benefits because of time spent by a Shop Xxxxxxx in the performance of the above duties. 8.04 Employees shall be informed of their right to have a Shop Xxxxxxx present, if the employee so chooses, at disciplinary meetings with the Employer provided this Agreement, does not result in disciplinary proceedings and undue delay in labor-management meetings. the meeting being held. 8.05 The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when parties agree that in order to facilitate the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writingorderly resolution of disputes and/or grievances, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time thorough discussion of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, circumstances involved in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionmatter.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedhoursworked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.

Stewards. ‌ The City Employer shall give one (1) job sxxxxxx, during his regular working hours or if outside his regular working hours his/her designated alternate, an opportunity to participate in the Employer’s orientation of new employees, or the right to meet with new employees during their workday to inform them of the benefits of Union representation without loss of time or pay. The Employer shall have the sole right to schedule the time and place for such participation so as not to interfere with the Employer’s operation. The Employer recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsEmployer’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Employer or the designated company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such message and information; (1) have been reduced to writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the Employer’s business. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx sxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx available bargaining unit member of the employee’s choice present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx sxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the terminal at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx sxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union sxxxxxx or available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. Job stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the CityEmployer’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authority of job stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Local Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx job sxxxxxx or his/her designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt The job sxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with investigate, present and process grievances on the performance company property without loss of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time or pay during his/her regular working hours without permission interruption of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx Employer’s operation by calling group meetings; and where mutually agreed to by the Local Union and the Employer, off the property or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate other than during his/her regular schedule without loss of time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businesspay. Such time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the xxxxxxx’x job sxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job sxxxxxx.” The Union job sxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be permitted reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. meetings called by the local Local Union. The Employer shall be given twenty-four (24) hours’ prior notice by the Local Union.

Stewards. ‌ a. The City recognizes Union shall furnish the right Employee Relations Division with an accurate list of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsdesignated or professional series units. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when Union may submit amendments to this list at any time because of the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be permanent absence of a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsdesignated xxxxxxx. If a xxxxxxx is not officially designated in writing by the Union, none will be recognized for that area or alternate shift. b. The Union recognizes that it is the responsibility of the xxxxxxx is unavailable, to assist in the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available resolution of grievances at the time lowest possible level. 43. c. Upon notification of an appropriate management person, stewards or designated officers of the meeting Union subject to represent him/her. Meetings or interview management approval which shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards be unreasonably withheld shall be granted reasonable release time to investigate and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards process grievances and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job dutiesappeals. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission advise their supervisors of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx area or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx work location where they will be investigating or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksprocessing grievances. The Union will notify attempt to insure that xxxxxxx release time will be equitably distributed. 44. d. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action is taken because of an alleged violation of law or a City departmental rule (intoxication, theft, etc.) the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works xxxxxxx shall not unreasonably be denied the right to leave his/her post or duty to assist in the grievance procedure. 45. e. Stewards shall not interfere with the work of any changes employee. It shall not constitute interference with the work of an employee for a xxxxxxx, in the above within thirty (30) working days course of its occurrenceinvestigating or processing a grievance, to interview an employee during the employee's duty time. 46. The City f. Stewards shall allow reasonable time off without pay for orient new employees on matters concerning employee rights under the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by provisions of the local UnionAgreement.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes 7.01 In order to provide an orderly procedure for the settling of grievances, the Employer acknowledges the right of the Union to select local appoint or otherwise elect twenty-five (25) stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there whose duties shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets to assist employees in preparing and presenting grievances in accordance with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedgrievance procedure. The Union shall furnish current lists notify the Employer in writing of all stewards the name of each xxxxxxx. 7.02 If proper discharge of grievance responsibility requires the absence from work of a union xxxxxxx, in order that the work of the Employer shall not be unreasonably interrupted, no xxxxxxx shall leave her/his work without obtaining the permission of her/his immediate supervisor. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld and alternate stewards to such authorized absence shall be paid by the City Human Resources Department Employer. 7.03 When the Employer arranges a meeting with an employee and Greater Cincinnati Water Workssuch meeting may result in disciplinary action, said employee may request representation by the Union Xxxxxxx. The Employer will contact the Union Office who will arrange for a Union Xxxxxxx. The Union will notify Xxxxxxx assigned shall be from the City Human Resources Department same location as the employee being interviewed and Greater Cincinnati Water Works if no Union Xxxxxxx is available, then from other locations. No employee shall be disciplined or discharged without just cause. A copy of any changes disciplinary letter will be sent to the Union, unless the employee disagrees with such notification. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE, MEDIATION & ARBITRATION 8.01 It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees shall be adjusted as quickly as possible. If an employee has a complaint related to an alleged violation of the Collective Agreement s/he may at her/his option discuss it with her/his immediate supervisor within three (3) days after the circumstances giving rise to the complaint (grieved action) have occurred or have or ought to have reasonably come to the attention of the employee. The Supervisor shall give a response to the complaint within three (3) days. These discussions will not establish precedent. Failing settlement, or failing a response to the complaint, it may be taken up as a grievance in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.following manner and sequence:

Stewards. ‌ A. The City Union shall furnish the Court with an accurate list of shop stewards in areas as designated by the Union within 30 days of ratification of this agreement and again each April 1st for the duration of this agreement. The Union may submit an amendment to the list at any time. An employee has no status as a xxxxxxx unless the Court has received verification in writing from the Union that the employee is a xxxxxxx in a given area. B. The Union recognizes that it is the right responsibility of the Union shop xxxxxxx to select local assist in the resolution of grievances at the lowest possible level. C. Upon notification of an appropriate management person, stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action officers of the Union, subject to management approval, which shall not be unreasonably withheld, shall be granted reasonable release time to investigate and process grievances and disciplinary appeals. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business insure that shop xxxxxxx release time will be equitably distributed. Normally one xxxxxxx will be sufficient for a single investigation of a grievance appeal. D. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action must be taken the shop xxxxxxx shall not unreasonably be denied the right to leave his/her post or duty to assist in the grievance procedure or disciplinary appeals. E. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee. A shop xxxxxxx may interview an employee during the employee’s regular work time in order to investigate or process a manner that minimizes interference grievance or disciplinary appeal with the approval of the employee’s supervisor, which shall not unreasonably be withheld. F. Stewards shall be responsible for the performance of their job duties. workload, consistent with release time approved pursuant to rules established herein. G. Stewards and SEIU field representatives shall not conduct union business on City time without permission receive notice of the immediate supervisoremployment of a new employee on the first day of employment and shall be permitted to contact the new employee on or after the second day of employment in order to distribute union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this Agreement. The Court shall provide the name and contact information including the department and classification of the employee. H. Any meeting of a shop xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours be held in private surroundings and shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists held in a quiet and dignified manner. I. In the event of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above a newly ratified MOU, within thirty ninety (3090) working days of its occurrence. The City ratification, up to six (6) stewards shall allow reasonable be permitted up to four (4) hours of release time off without pay for purposes of attending a training for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Uniongroup regarding new provisions.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right On any job where members of the Cement Masons International Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent are employed, the Union can appoint, from among the employees on grievances arising under this Agreementthe job, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsa working xxxxxxx. The alternate selection of a xxxxxxx shall act not increase the number of employees necessary to man the job as xxxxxxx when determined by the contractor. The contractor shall be given the name of the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there . The xxxxxxx shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever not exceed the City meets following duties and activities: 1. The investigation and presentation of grievances to the Contractor in accordance with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsprovisions of the Agreement. 2. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailableThe collection of dues, when authorized by appropriate local Union action. 3. The transmission of such messages and information which shall originate with, and are authorized by, the employee may designate local Union, or its officers, provided such messages and information a. have been reduced to writing, or b. if not reduced to writing, are of a bargaining unit member who is available at routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slow does, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the time Contractor’s business. The Contractor agrees to permit Union stewards to post and maintain Union notices on the premises when expressly authorized by an officer of the meeting to represent him/herunion and approved by the Contractor. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards Job stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityContractor’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City Contractor recognizes these limitations upon the authority of job stewards and their alternates, alternates and shall not hold the Union liable for any nay unauthorized acts. The City Contractor in so recognizing such limitations limitation shall have the authority to impose render proper discipline, including dischargedischarge without recourse, to any xxxxxxx in the event the such xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown slow down or other work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt All stewards shall be employees of the Contractor and shall perform the duties of the classification for which they are employed. The job xxxxxxx shall be selected from among the employees on the job site, and on any job site where employees covered under this Agreement are to conduct be employed for more than ten (10) days, the job xxxxxxx shall be a member of the Local Union business in a manner having jurisdiction over the area where the job site is situated; provided, however, that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards this provision shall not conduct union business on City time without permission affect the right of the immediate supervisor. The Contractor to determine the number of employees to be employed on the job site and the job xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request be retained where to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during do so would require the xxxxxxx’x Contractor to displace an employee who has been employed by said Contractor for five (5) years or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionmore.

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: (1) have been reduced to writing; or (2) if not reduced to writing, are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the Company’s business. Unless waived in writingWhen requested by the employee, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City Company meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsinterviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to discuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or designated available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Company recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Company in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken led, or instigated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company’s property without interruption of the Company’s operation. Upon notification to his or her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to represent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours workedin computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” Section 1. The Seniority (a) Upon completion of the probationary period, the employee’s seniority for all purposes shall be the first day worked as a probationary employee. Seniority shall be broken only by discharge, voluntary quit, normal retirement, or more than a two (2) year layoff, or leave, except for employees on workers compensation leave who shall not suffer a break in seniority unless on leave for more than three (3) years. (b) A list of employees arranged in the order of their seniority shall be posted on the Union bulletin board no less often than once every six (6) months. A copy of the seniority posting shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards be sent to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Local Union.

Stewards. ‌ There shall be at least one Xxxxxxx and one designated alternate at each terminal. The City Employer shall provide a locking file cabinet for the Xxxxxxx to conduct Union business on the Employer’s premises. The Union shall have sole possession of the key. At no time shall any xxxxxxx be discriminated against for Union activities. Before discharging a xxxxxxx, except in cases of proven dishonesty, drunkenness, or being under the influence of a habit forming controlled substance, the Employer shall take the matter up with the Union. The Employer recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards designate a xxxxxxx and an alternate from the Employer's active work list. The authority of the xxxxxxx and alternate stewards so designated by the Union shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with the Employer or the designated Employer representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; and, (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with, and are authorized by the Local Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: (1) have been reduced to represent writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the employees on grievances arising under this AgreementEmployer's business. (d) The job xxxxxxx, in disciplinary proceedings and in laboror his designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time-management meetingsoff without pay to attend Union meetings called by the Local Union. The alternate xxxxxxx Employer shall act as xxxxxxx when be given twenty-four (24) hours prior notice by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union. Unless waived in writingWhen requested by the Union or the employee, there shall be a xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx other bargaining unit member designated by the Union present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union Xxxxxxx or the designated bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If a Union requests a copy of waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. The xxxxxxx and alternates the alternate have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the City’s Employer's business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards the xxxxxxx and their alternatesthe alternate, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx or designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes There shall be six ( 6 ) stewards at the right plant to provide leadership and representation for the members of the Union. They shall also work together with the department managers and supervisors to ensure compliance with the provisions of this Agreement. The stewards will represent the following areas and employees: refinery, 2) packaging plant day shift, 3) packaging plant afternoon shift, 4) packaging plant night shift, 5) female employees, 6 ) maintenance. From the aforementioned group of stewards, the Employer shall recognize one xxxxxxx as the Chief Xxxxxxx. The Chief Xxxxxxx will be elected by the entire membership at Canada Inc. Such stewards shall be elected by Union to select local stewards members in the area concerned, and alternate stewards shall be an employee of the place in which he or she is a xxxxxxx. There shall be no discrimination against the xxxxxxx for Union activities. Craft Group will receive representation and will be eligible to represent as stewards of the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingspackaging plant. The alternate xxxxxxx stewards shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action alter, amend, violate or otherwise change any other action interrupting part of this Agreement. The stewards shall report to the City’s business, except as authorized by official action business agent of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. The stewards will be considered the senior employees in their craft groups in the event of a lay-off only. Should the lay-off involve stewards in the same craft group then years of service will govern. Layoffs or other changes effecting Union members will be communicated to Stewards by Management and will attempt be considered confidential until that discussion has taken place to conduct discuss the communication plan. A copy of the Employer's bulletin pertaining to Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with members shall be given to all the performance Stewards. The stewards shall be allowed time to service any grievance. Representatives of their job duties. Stewards the Union shall not conduct union business on City time without be allowed to contact stewards by asking permission of the immediate supervisordepartment manager or superintendent. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify elected stewards and one representative from the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of returnlab. If technicians shall act as the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needednegotiating committee. The supervisor shall Employer will pay employees on the negotiating committee for up to eight hours per negotiating meeting with the Employer, up to, but not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionincluding conciliation.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes Company agrees to recognize a Union Xxxxxxx program. The Union agrees that Stewards and Union representatives will not conduct Union business while on duty. The Union agrees that Stewards and Union representatives will not conduct Union business with any Employee who is on duty unless the right Employee is on an official unpaid break. No meeting can take place in any Department of State area that the Xxxxxxx would not normally have access to and UPSP Employees may not sign in or escort non-Contract personnel for the specific purpose of Union business without prior written permission from Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. It shall not be the intent of the Company to deny Union officials reasonable authorized access. If an Employee, who is the subject of the investigation, and could as a result of the investigation be disciplined, requests a Xxxxxxx to select local stewards be present during a disciplinary or investigatory process, the Company will allow the Xxxxxxx to be present, provided the Employee returns within two (2) business days with such Xxxxxxx. If the employer uses an alternative medium, such as video, video teleconference, etc. to conduct formal investigative discussions with an Employee who is the subject of investigation, and the Employee could be subject to discipline as a result of that investigative discussion, the Company agrees that the use of alternative medium methods will conform to Xxxxxxxxxx Law. The Company agrees that the Union shall be given the opportunity to be present during the alternative medium discussion and a Notice of formal investigations will be provided at least two (2) business days in advance. The notice will include at a minimum the nature of the charges regarding the disciplinary investigation. For the purpose of this section and to allow for immediate resolution, a shop Xxxxxxx is not required during the investigation of an immediate threat to Department of State Security. The Union will provide Stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available Stewards at the time of below listed locations and any new location established by the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, government in the event Contract between the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike actionDepartment of State and Inter-Con Security Systems, slowdown or work stoppage in violation Inc. during the life of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards will maintain adequate Stewards on record to meet the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksabove requirements. The Union will notify update the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works Xxxxxxx list whenever a change occurs. The updated list will be provided to the Project Manager within ten (10) days of any changes in to the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local UnionXxxxxxx list.

Stewards. ‌ The City Company recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsCompany’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Company or the designated Company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such messages and information: 1. Unless waived in have been reduced to writing; or 2. if not reduced to writing, there are of routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusals to handle goods, or any other interference with the Company’s business. Recognizing the importance of the role of the Union Xxxxxxx in resolving problems or disputes between the Company and its employees, the Company reaffirms its commitment to the active involvement of Union Stewards in such processes in accordance with the terms of this Article. There shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate Union rRepresentative present when requested by the employee. The Company will make every possible attempt to include a xxxxxxx present or Union Representative whenever the City it meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsinterviews which may result in discipline or discharge or to discuss a grievance. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is immediately available at the service center at the time of the meeting to represent him/herbe present. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx Union rRepresentative, or designated available bargaining unit member, if requested, is present. An employee who does not want a Union sSteward, Union rRepresentative, or designated available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation, must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Company shall promptly furnish it. The Local Union will be obligated to provide an adequate number of stewards per shift. What is present“adequate” will be determined by the Local Union. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the CityCompany’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Company recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Company in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the xxxxxxx Job Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate has taken led, or instigated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage stoppages in violation of this Agreement, he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards will attempt and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with discipline for performing any of the performance duties within the scope of their job dutiesauthority and defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Stewards The Xxxxxxx or the designated alternate shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company’s property without interruption of the Company’s operation. Upon notification to his/her supervisor, a xxxxxxx shall be afforded the right to leave his/her work area for a reasonable period of time to investigate, present and process grievances and to represent a fellow employee concerning grievances or discipline so long as such activity does not interrupt the Employer’s operations. The Company will make a reasonable effort to ensure that its operations are not interrupted by the xxxxxxx’x engaging in such activities. The Company shall not conduct union business on City time without permission use interruption of its operation as a subterfuge for denying such right to the immediate supervisorxxxxxxx. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time Time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours workedin computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the “job xxxxxxx.” The Employer shall only be obligated to respond to information requests that are approved by the bBusiness aAgent of the Local Union assigned to represent employees covered by this Agreement. The Union Company shall furnish current lists provide the requested information within ten (10) calendar days. If the information cannot be provided in the ten (10) calendar day time frame, there will be a discussion between the Business Agent and the Labor Manager concerning when the information can be anticipated. Stewards, shall be entitled to receive copies of all stewards normal daily records maintained in the facility such as time logs, inspection data, bid sheets, schedules, dispatches, etc. Overly broad requests that are made by Xxxxxxx will be reviewed and alternate stewards discussed between the Business Agent and Labor Manager prior to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksrequest being supplied. The Union sStewards shall be allowed to wear a Union Xxxxxxx pin while on the Employer’s property. In addition to the xxxxxxx’x rights as an employee, the Company will notify make a bonafide attempt to contact the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works applicable Business Agent or Local Union representative before dismissing a shop xxxxxxx. Section 1. Seniority (a) Upon completion of the probationary period, the employee’s seniority for all purposes shall be the first (1st) day worked as a probationary employee. Seniority shall be broken only by discharge, voluntary quit, normal retirement, or more than a three (3) year layoff., employees on workers compensation leave or other leave. (b) A list of employees arranged in the order of their seniority shall be posted on the Union bulletin board no less often than once every six (6) months. A copy of the seniority posting shall be sent to the Local Union. (c) Any controversy over the seniority standing of any changes in employee on the above within seniority list shall be subject to the grievance procedure. An employee shall have thirty (30) working days to protest his/her placement on the seniority list once it is first posted. If there is no written protest within this thirty (30) day period, the employee shall not have a right to challenge his/her placement on the list thereafter. (d) For full-time employees there shall be two seniority lists, “local cartage” and “over-the-road.” There shall also be a separate “casual local cartage” seniority list. Employees in the following classifications shall be included on the local cartage seniority list: all truck drivers, helpers, dock workers, jockeys, and such other employees as may be presently or hereafter represented by the Union, engaged in local pickup, delivery, and assembling of its occurrencefreight. The City “over-the-road” seniority list shall allow reasonable include all over-the-road drivers whose primary job is to transport freight between the Employer’s facilities. Nothing within this paragraph shall preclude the Company from requesting a road driver to make extra stops to pick up or deliver freight within a 50 miles radius in connection with his/her regular run. or performing other local cartageP&D work as the Company may assign. It is not the intent of the Company that this provision be utilized to diminish cartage employees’ work. No local cartage city employee having a CDL can be forced on a road run that has a lay-down or forced to work on a sleeper team. In those Service Centers in which there are more local cartage CDL employees than CDL bids, Local Cartage employees holding a CDL shall be allowed to bid on all local cartage positions, both CDL and non-CDL. If there is an insufficient number of CDL qualified drivers to fill existing full time local cartage CDL driving bids at the time of the bids, the junior CDL holder(s) will not be awarded the bid on the non-CDL jobs. Road drivers who do not possess a scheduled run(s) with the same start time will have the option to pass on available loads if a road driver with less seniority is available to make the run provided there are more drivers than loads. (e) The Company shall offer extra city or dock work to road employees who are on layoff and who are qualified and immediately available for city or dock work prior to using casual employees, except where there is a mutually agreed procedure to the contrary. No road employee shall gain “local cartage” seniority under this provision, but he/she shall accrue Company seniority. (f) The following shall apply to casual employees: 1. For employees hired after ratification of this Agreement, the first (1st) day of orientation as a casual will be the casual seniority date. If more than one (1) employee starts orientation on the same date, seniority shall be determined by application date and time. 2. A casual employee laid off without pay due to lack of work for less than one year will retain his/her casual seniority. Company and job classification seniority shall be lost due to discharge, voluntary quit or retirement. 3. The date a casual employee obtains full-time employment shall be the xxxxxxx and/or alternate employee’s regular seniority date. 4. A casual employee whose layoff exceeds one (1) year shall be considered to attend Union meetingshave been terminated and shall lose seniority, workshops, conferences, training, etcbut may reapply for employment. 5. called by the local UnionA full-time employee’s seniority shall prevail over a casual employee’s seniority in case of layoff.

Stewards. ‌ The City Management recognizes that Local 660 Shop Stewards are the right official on-site representatives of the Union and further acknowledges that no Xxxxxxx shall be discriminated against because of the exercise of their rights and duties under the MOU It is agreed and understood by the parties to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, Memorandum of Understanding that there shall be a xxxxxxx reasonable number of Stewards agreed upon by Local 660, the department heads and the departments involved. Local 660 shall give each department or alternate xxxxxxx present district head having employees in the unit and the Department of Personnel a written list of the names of employees selected as Stewards which list shall be kept current by Local 660 and only employees designated as authorized Stewards will be recognized by the County. A Xxxxxxx shall not be transferred, or changed to a different work shift without Local 660 approval as long as work for which he is qualified is available. This paragraph is not to be construed to limit changes resulting from promotion. Local 660 agrees that whenever investigation or the City meets with processing of a formal grievance is to be transacted during working hours, only that amount of time necessary to bring about a prompt disposition of the matter will be utilized. Stewards desiring to leave their work location to transact such investigations or processing shall first obtain permission from their immediate supervisor and inform him of the nature of the business. Permission to leave will be granted promptly unless such absence would cause an undue interruption of work. Upon entering other work locations, the Xxxxxxx shall inform the supervisor of the nature of his business. Permission to leave the job will be granted promptly to the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time involved unless such absence would cause an undue interruption of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of returnwork. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must employee cannot be made notifying available, the supervisor of additional time neededXxxxxxx will be informed when the employee will be made available. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours workedXxxxxxx may attend employee orientation meetings. The Union Xxxxxxx shall furnish current lists perform the aforementioned duties without loss of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Workspay. The Union SEIU, Local 660 President, Vice President and Chair of the Bargaining Policy Committee will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be allowed reasonable time off without loss of pay for to perform the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionresponsibilities of his/her position.

Stewards. ‌ A. The City Union shall furnish the Court with an accurate list of shop stewards in areas as designated by the Union within 30 days of ratification of this agreement and again each April 1st for the duration of this agreement. The Union may submit an amendment to the list at any time. An employee has no status as a xxxxxxx unless the Court has received verification in writing from the Union that the employee is a xxxxxxx in a given area. B. The Union recognizes that it is the right responsibility of the Union shop xxxxxxx to select local assist in the resolution of grievances at the lowest possible level. C. Upon notification of an appropriate management person, stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action officers of the Union, subject to management approval, which shall not be unreasonably withheld, shall be granted reasonable release time to investigate and process grievances and disciplinary appeals. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business insure that shop xxxxxxx release time will be equitably distributed. Normally one xxxxxxx will be sufficient for a single investigation of a grievance appeal. D. In emergency situations, where immediate disciplinary action must be taken the shop xxxxxxx shall not unreasonably be denied the right to leave his/her post or duty to assist in the grievance procedure or disciplinary appeals. E. Shop stewards shall not interfere with the work of any employee. A shop xxxxxxx may interview an employee during the employee’s regular work time in order to investigate or process a manner that minimizes interference grievance or disciplinary appeal with the approval of the employee’s supervisor, which shall not unreasonably be withheld. F. Stewards shall be responsible for the performance of their job duties. workload, consistent with release time approved pursuant to rules established herein. G. Stewards and SEIU field representatives shall not conduct union business on City time without permission receive notice of the immediate supervisoremployment of a new employee on the first day of employment and shall be permitted to contact the new employee on or after the second day of employment in order to distribute union materials and to discuss employee rights and obligations under this Agreement. The Court shall provide the name and contact information including the department and classification of the employee. H. Any meeting of a shop xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours be held in private surroundings and shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards held in a quiet and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Uniondignified manner.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. worked.‌ The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.

Stewards. ‌ There shall be one (1) Chief Xxxxxxx for the Bargaining Unit. In each department, employees in the department may be represented by one (1) Xxxxxxx and designated Alternate Stewards, and whose names shall be made known to the Employer. The City recognizes Chief Xxxxxxx and Stewards, during their working hours and without loss of time or pay, may investigate and present grievances to the right Employer after arrangements have been made with their Supervisor(s) according to the following procedure. In order to expedite the completion of Union business without interruption of good patient care, the following procedure is agreed to by the Employer and the Union: a) If the Union business is taking place between the Xxxxxxx and employee who work on the same floor or department, it is only necessary to obtain prior approval from their immediate Supervisor. b) If the Union business is taking place between the Xxxxxxx and employee on different floors but within the same department, both the employee and the Xxxxxxx will need the approval of their immediate Supervisors and the Head Supervisor of the Union department. c) It is further understood that if an emergency grievance develops and the immediate Supervisor is properly notified, and when patient care will not suffer, the Chief Xxxxxxx may be allowed to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent discuss the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets situation with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference Xxxxxxx involved with the performance of their job dutiesgrievance. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission handle grievances outside of their own department If the immediate supervisorgrlevant's department Xxxxxxx Is available. Stewards may handle matters outside of their own department If the matter must be addressed Immediately and the Xxxxxxx may be released from his/her department per the Xxxxxxx'x Supervisor. d) Union Stewards shall head the seniority list for the purpose of layoff or a reduction of employees in their respective departments and shift, subject to their ability to perform the work in their department. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify term Department as used herein shall be interpreted to be as traditionally defined by the supervisor upon leaving Hospital and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businessUnion. Such time spent conducting Union business during language does not change alter or increase the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists number of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local UnionStewards.

Stewards. ‌ The City Employer shall give one (1) job xxxxxxx, during his regular working hours or if outside his regular working hours his/her des- ignated alternate, an opportunity to participate in the Employer’s orientation of new employees, or the right to meet with new employees during their workday to inform them of the benefits of Union representation without loss of time or pay. The Employer shall have the sole right to schedule the time and place for such participation so as not to interfere with the Employer’s operation. The Employer recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsEmployer’s seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Employer or the designated company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such message and information; (1) have been reduced to writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the Employer’s business. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx available bar- gaining unit member of the employee’s choice present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available avail- able at the terminal at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated desig- nated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union xxxxxxx or available bargaining unit member pres- ent at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. Job stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the CityEmployer’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City recognizes Employer rec- ognizes these limitations upon the authority of job stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Local Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including dischargedis- charge, in the event the job xxxxxxx or his/her designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt The job xxxxxxx, or his/her designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with investigate, present and process grievances on the performance company property without loss of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time or pay during his/her regular working hours without permission interruption of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx Employer’s oper- ation by calling group meetings; and where mutually agreed to by the Local Union and the Employer, off the property or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate other than during his/her regular schedule without loss of time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businesspay. Such time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the job xxxxxxx’x or his/her designated alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.con-

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there A. A Xxxxxxx shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever working journeyperson designated by the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsUNION. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available The UNION shall appoint one Xxxxxxx at the time CAMPUS and one Xxxxxxx at the LABORATORY for each skilled craft and/or departmental group with five or more crafts employees. In addition, one Chief Xxxxxxx shall be appointed for the CAMPUS and one Chief Xxxxxxx for the LABORATORY to act as the on-site UNION liaison. The identity of Stewards will be formally communicated to the respective Labor Relations Office within five (5) days of the meeting designation. B. Stewards shall attempt to represent him/her. Meetings adjust amicably minor differences or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action misunderstandings arising out of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown interpretation or work stoppage in violation application of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt Such duties shall be performed as expeditiously as is reasonably possible. The duties of a Xxxxxxx shall include investigation and communication with a UNION representative concerning violations of this Agreement, and the adjustment of minor grievances; provided, however, that a Xxxxxxx shall have no power to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with vary the performance terms of their job dutiesthis Agreement or bind the UNION to an interpretation thereof. Stewards shall be permitted reasonable time during working hours to perform these duties which cannot conduct union business on City time without permission of the be performed at any other time. Stewards shall notify their immediate supervisorsupervisor prior to conducting these duties during working hours, and receive approval when possible. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify Approval will only be denied in emergencies. In such cases, the supervisor upon leaving and give Xxxxxxx will make arrangements for an approximate time alternate time. Failure to request and receive approval will result in a denial of returnrelease time. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny Repeated failures will result in a request to conduct Union businessthe UNION to replace that xxxxxxx with another. Such time spent conducting Union All other union business will be conducted during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall non-duty time of the Xxxxxxx. Monthly stewards’ meetings will be paid hours workedon non-duty time. However, Stewards will be allowed a reasonable period of time (up to 15 minutes) to return to work following the stewards meeting. C. The Union shall furnish current lists relationship of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes a shop Xxxxxxx being unique in the above within thirty employer-employee relationship, the Xxxxxxx is subject to pressures which require that his/her employment be given extra protection. In a craft where two (302) working days of its occurrence. The City or more journeypersons and/or apprentices are employed and the UNION appoints a Xxxxxxx, he or she shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx not be subject to layoff until there are less than two (2) journeypersons and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionapprentices performing work in that craft excluding leadpersons or employees with special skills.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from workfromwork. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor thesupervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.

Stewards. ‌ 5.1 The City recognizes Company acknowledges the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards appoint one (1) Xxxxxxx from the brokers at the Oldcastle terminal to represent the employees on brokers at the Oldcastle terminal and one (1) Xxxxxxx from the brokers at the Mississauga terminal to represent the brokers at the Mississauga terminal. (a) Wherever possible, grievances arising under shall be processed during the normal working hours of the Xxxxxxx. (b) In no case shall payments be made to a Xxxxxxx for the time used in the processing of a grievance be extended beyond Step 2, as outlined 6.2(b) of the Grievance Procedure. (c) Should the Company find that the Xxxxxxx’x activities interfere with the normal course of his duties or the duties of other brokers, the Company may contact the Representative of the Local Union and/or register a grievance commencing with Step 2 as outlined in Article 6.2 of this Agreement. 5.3 The Union will inform the Company, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/hername of the Xxxxxxx and/or subsequent change in the name of the Xxxxxxx. Meetings or interview The Company shall not begin be asked to recognize any Xxxxxxx until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold such notification from the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. has been received. 5.4 The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union Company will notify the City Human Resources Department Union by registered mail or fax prior to the suspension or discharge of a Xxxxxxx. Failure of the company to comply with this procedure shall render the dismissal or suspension null and Greater Cincinnati Water Works void. 5.5 For the purpose of any changes in layoffs and the above day-to-day allocation of work within thirty his department, the “Chief’ Xxxxxxx shall be established on the seniority list as “second man”. In a department where there is more than one (301) Xxxxxxx, the “Chief’ Xxxxxxx shall be the Xxxxxxx for the purpose of applying this clause. Owner Operator stewards gets second man seniority for one (1) dispatch for doing Union work the day before the dispatch. 5.6 For the purpose of processing specific grievances or disputes, Business Representatives and Stewards shall have access to trip sheets and time cards. Trip sheets and time cards will be made available immediately at the head office terminal during office hours of the Company and at other terminals within three (3) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Uniondays.

Stewards. ‌ The City Employer recognizes the right of the Local Union to select local designate job stewards and alternate stewards to represent alternates from the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsEmployer's seniority list. The alternate xxxxxxx authority of job stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall act as xxxxxxx be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities: (a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with his/her Employer or the designated company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; (b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; (c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with and are authorized by the xxxxxxx is absent from workLocal Union or its officers, provided such message and information; (1) have been reduced to writing; or, (2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the Employer's business. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx stewxxx xx available bargaining unit member of the employee's choice present whenever the City Employer meets with the employee about grievances or discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is stewxxx xx unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the terminal at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview interviews shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or stewxxx xx designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards An employee who does not want a Union stewxxx xx available bargaining unit member present at any meeting or interview where the employee has a right to Union representation must waive Union representation in writing. If the Union requests a copy of the waiver, the Employer shall promptly furnish it. Job stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action action, or any other action interrupting the City’s Employer's business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The City Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authority of job stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Local Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx job stewxxx xx his/her designated alternate has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt The job stewxxx, xx his/her designated alternate, shall be permitted reasonable time to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with investigate, present and process grievances on the performance company property without loss of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time or pay during his/her regular working hours without permission interruption of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx Employer's operation by calling group meetings; and where mutually agreed to by the Local Union and the Employer, off the property or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate other than during his/her regular schedule without loss of time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union businesspay. Such time spent conducting Union business in handling grievances during the xxxxxxx’x or job stewxxx'x xx his/her designated alternate’s 's regular working hours shall be paid considered working hours worked. in computing daily and/or weekly overtime if within the regular schedule of the "job stewxxx." The Union job stewxxx, xx his/her designated alternate, shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow be permitted reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. meetings called by the local Local Union. The Employer shall be given twenty-four (24) hours' prior notice by the Local Union.

Stewards. ‌ A. The City Company recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards designate one (1) Xxxxxxx for each shift of Fleet Service Employees to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold assist the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation administration of this Agreement. It is understood that Stewards will attempt be designated such that no more than one (1) such Xxxxxxx is employed on each shift. The Company agrees not to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference unreasonably interfere with the performance of Stewards in carrying out their job required duties relating to grievances; provided, however, that the Stewards shall obtain permission from their supervisors prior to leaving their jobs to attend such duties. Stewards Such permission shall not conduct union business on City time without permission be unreasonably denied by the Company. It is expressly agreed and understood that any reasonable amount of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during in inves- tigating and adjusting grievances by Stewards will be compensat- ed by the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall Company. Up to six (6) designated Stewards will be paid hours worked. eight (8) times their straight time hourly rate for up to ten (10) total days each, while participating in contract negotiations with the Company. B. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards agrees to submit to the City Human Resources Department Company, in writing and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. at least annually on the anniversary date of this Agreement’s execu- tion, an up-to-date list of current Stewards. C. The Union will notify Company agrees to grant the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable necessary time off without discrimination or loss of seniority rights and without pay for to the xxxxxxx and/or alternate Xxxxxxx to attend Union meetingsa Labor Convention, workshopsor contract negotiations with the Company, conferences, training, etc. called provided one week’s written notice is given to the Company by the local Union, specifying the length of time off and providing further that such time off shall not exceed two weeks in any one year. The Company would have the discretion to extend the time. D. The Employer recognizes the employee’s right to be given re- quested representation by a xxxxxxx or the designated alternate at such time as the employee reasonably contemplates disciplinary action. E. The Union business agent or a maximum of one xxxxxxx shall be permitted to attend new hire orientation for up to fifteen (15) min- utes. The employer agrees to provide the Union notice of the date, time and location of such orientation. The sole purpose of the Union attendance shall be to inform and distribute materials about the Union membership and contractual benefits.

Stewards. ‌ A) The City Lil’wat Nation recognizes the right of employees who are designated by the Union to select local stewards and alternate as stewards to represent the employees act on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time behalf of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Worksemployees. The Union will notify supply the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works Lil’wat Nation with a list of any changes names of the stewards in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrencewriting. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for Union will advise the xxxxxxx and/or alternate Lil’wat Nation of changes to attend Union meetingsthat list, workshopsin writing. B) Duties and Responsibilities The duties of stewards include, conferencesbut are not limited to, trainingthe following: (1) Investigating complaints of an urgent and immediate matter (e.g. termination, etc. suspension), (2) Investigating grievances, (3) Assisting employees in preparing and presenting a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedures, (4) Supervising ballot boxes and other related functions during ratification votes, (5) Attending meetings where their presence may be requested by management, (6) Accompanying an employee, at the employee’s request if needed, at a meeting called by the local Lil’wat Nation, where disciplinary action is anticipated, (7) Acting as appointees to the Union/Management Committee, and (8) Accompanying an employee, at the employee’s request if needed, at a respectful workplace meeting as per the Lil’wat Nation Unacceptable and Disrespectful Conduct. It should be noted that an employee may choose to be represented by a xxxxxxx, or a support person (e.g. an elder), both, or no representation. C) Conditions Governing Stewards Stewards will not interrupt the normal operations of the worksite and will make best efforts to not conduct their duties during working hours. Stewards, when necessary, will be entitled to a reasonable time while working to perform their duties, without loss of regular pay and benefits. All efforts will be made to ensure xxxxxxx activities are not undertaken on work time or to perform Union duties when they: (1) Have received prior consent from the Lil’wat Nation or the designate before leaving their work area, and such consent will not be unreasonably withheld; and (2) Make every endeavour to complete their Union business in as short a time as possible; and (3) Advise the Lil’wat Nation or designate upon their return to work.

Stewards. ‌ It is further recognized t shall be elected from Skilled Trades. above Committee Persons and Stewards will be authorized to deal with Union business including, but not limited to, grievances and health and safety issues. Representatives recognized by the Employer herein shall be casino employees with seniority. A list of these Representatives (and Alternates) and their areas of assignment shall be supplied to the Employer. The City recognizes the right of Employer shall be advised immediately by the Union in writing of any change in this list. In the event of a layoff, full-time Union representatives shall continue to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent work notwithstanding their seniority status. It is understood that periodically, the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsUnion holds elections within the Union structure. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when Chairperson will notify the xxxxxxx Employer of upcoming elections. The Employer upon request will provide the Union with two (2) updated seniority lists. A National Union Representative and/or Local Union Representative may be present and participate in any meeting between the Union Committee and the Employer. When an employee wants Union representation, will call on a break, unless it is absent from worka health and safety issue. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailableWhere appropriate, the employee Manager may designate call on the Employee’s behalf. A secure locked mailbox will be provided for the Equity Advocate. Union Representatives will be allowed a bargaining unit member who is available at training allowance in accordance with Article for training deemed appropriate by the time of the meeting Employer. Applications are to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying through the supervisor Director of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water WorksLabour Relations. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department receive all outstanding job descriptions as they become available and Greater Cincinnati Water Works copies of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrenceall updated job descriptions. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for Employer will recognize an alternate representative to replace the xxxxxxx and/or Chairperson, Health and Safety Representative, Equity Advocate, Claims Representative, Claims operation of the alternate’s department. The Company agrees to work with the Union when a problem occurs. The Employer will recognize an alternate Xxxxxxx when a Xxxxxxx is absent due to attend vacation, sickness, or approved leave of leave, provided this does not adversely affect the efficient operation of the alternate’s department. The Company agrees to work with the Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unionwhen a problem occurs.

Stewards. ‌ i) The City recognizes Union has the right to select or appoint Stewards to assist employees in presenting any complaints they have to representatives of the Union employer; the investigation and presentation of grievances up to select local stewards and alternate stewards including Step 2; to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreementbe present during formal employee discipline meetings, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetingsgeneral, to administer and defend the Collective Agreement. Union Stewards will not act individually, but in consultation and in conjunction with the Union Representative. In general, the number of stewards will be determined to provide employees with consistent access to union representation as follows:  When there are fifty (50) or less employees - one (1) Xxxxxxx;  Over fifty (50) employees, but less than one hundred (100) - two (2) Stewards;  For every hundred (100) employees beyond one hundred (100) - at least one (1) additional Xxxxxxx;  The Employer and the Union may mutually agree to adjust the number of Stewards as work load and sites require. The alternate Union will advise the Employer in writing of the names of the xxxxxxx(s). Stewards will receive an hourly premium as set out in Schedule “A”. ii) A Union xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when will be given the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writingopportunity to address new hires for the purpose of introducing themselves and the union, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever distributing union literature, and ensuring that the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviewsappropriate union paperwork (benefits, pension, union membership, etc.) has been completed. If a xxxxxxx is on site, they will be given the opportunity to attend any formal discipline meetings that may involve suspensions or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time terminations. iii) The Union acknowledges that Stewards have regular duties to perform as employees of the meeting Employer and Stewards will not leave their regular work duties for the purpose of conducting business in connection with the administration of this Agreement or the investigation or presentation of grievances, without first obtaining the permission of their Xxxxxxx or immediate Supervisor. Such permission will not be unreasonably withheld. The Employer will pay Stewards at their regular hourly rate for time spent attending such duties during their working hours. The parties agree that Stewards should make every effort to represent him/herdeal with employee concerns during non-working time, unless the concern is of a time-sensitive nature. Meetings The parties agree to discuss and monitor Xxxxxxx’x time allocation of working hours to Union matters through the Union- Management Committee outlined in Article 14. iv) Union Stewards may be laid off or interview shall not begin until will be reduced in number in accordance with the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action completion of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority various phases of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Unioneach project.

Stewards. ‌ The City recognizes the right of the Union to select local stewards and alternate stewards to represent the employees on grievances arising under this Agreement, in disciplinary proceedings and in labor-management meetings. The alternate xxxxxxx shall act as xxxxxxx when the xxxxxxx is absent from work. Unless waived in writing, there shall be a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx present whenever the City meets with the employee about discipline or to conduct investigatory interviews. If a xxxxxxx or alternate xxxxxxx is unavailable, the employee may designate a bargaining unit member who is available at the time of the meeting to represent him/her. Meetings or interview shall not begin until the xxxxxxx, alternate xxxxxxx or designated bargaining unit member is present. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the City’s business, except as authorized by official action of the Union. The City recognizes these limitations upon the authority of stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The City in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper discipline, including discharge, in the event the xxxxxxx has taken unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppage in violation of this Agreement. Stewards will attempt to conduct Union business in a manner that minimizes interference with the performance of their job duties. Stewards shall not conduct union business on City time without permission of the immediate supervisor. The xxxxxxx or alternate must notify the supervisor upon leaving and give an approximate time of return. If the xxxxxxx or alternate is unable to return at the time given, a call must be made notifying the supervisor thesupervisor of additional time needed. The supervisor shall not unreasonably deny a request to conduct Union business. Such time spent conducting Union business during the xxxxxxx’x or alternate’s regular working hours shall be paid hours worked. The Union shall furnish current lists of all stewards and alternate stewards to the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works. The Union will notify the City Human Resources Department and Greater Cincinnati Water Works of any changes in the above within thirty (30) working days of its occurrence. The City shall allow reasonable time off without pay for the xxxxxxx and/or alternate to attend Union meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc. called by the local Union.