§ 32.021 DUTIES OF COMMITTEE; EXAMINATION AND EVALUATION.

   (A)   The Grievance Committee shall:

      (1)   Examine the applicable provisions of employment policies the employee claims a violation of and which are related to the issue at hand;

      (2)   If considered relevant, visit the work area to make sure the Committee members personally see what the conditions are;

      (3)   Organize and evaluate the following facts before taking action, putting points down on paper if necessary:

         (a)   Which facts are pertinent; and

         (b)   Which are irrelevant.

      (4)   Try to narrow the points on which there is disagreement;

      (5)   List the points on which the members agree and then discuss the remaining points;

      (6)   Insist on sticking to the main issue; and

      (7)   Decide whether the grievance is or is not justifiable.

   (B)   The Grievance Committee has the responsibility to interpret the application of appropriate county policies and procedures in the case. It does not have the prerogative to formulate or to change policies or procedures.

(Ord. 85-32, passed 10-22-85)