(A) Establishment. The Mayor and Council in establishing a reduction in force policy shall consider the recommendations from the Civil Service Commission, but shall not be bound by them. Prior to the adoption of a reduction in force policy the Mayor and Council shall, after giving reasonable notice to each Police Officer, by first-class mail, conduct a public hearing.
(B) Factors. The Mayor and Council shall adopt a reduction in force policy which shall consider factors, including, but not limited to:
(1) The multiple job skills recently or currently being performed by the employee;
(2) The knowledge, skills, and abilities of the employees;
(3) The performance appraisal of the employee including any recent or pending disciplinary actions involving the employee;
(4) The employment policies and staffing needs of the Department together with contracts, ordinances, and statutes related thereto;
(5) Required federal, state, or local certifications or licenses; and
(6) Seniority.
(1972 Code, § 2-406) (Ord. 962, passed 7-16-2002)