(A) Any permanent employee in the competitive service who has been demoted, dismissed or reduced in pay may request a written statement of the reasons for such action within three working days following the action. Within 10 days after the action taken to demote, dismiss or reduce the pay of the employee, he may file a written request with the Personnel Officer requesting a hearing in executive session with the City Council. The City Council shall then investigate the case and conduct the hearing as provided in this chapter and by the city's personnel system rules and regulations.
(B) The provisions of this section shall not apply to reductions in pay which are part of a general plan to reduce salaries and wages.
('81 Code, § 2.44.110)