A. Each appeal to the board shall be taken by filing written notice of the appeal with the city recorder within ten (10) calendar days after final disposition of the grievance process. Upon the filing of an appeal, the city recorder shall refer the matter to the board by providing the board with the notice of appeal.
B. Upon receipt of the appeal from the city recorder, the board shall forthwith commence its investigation, take and receive evidence, and fully hear and determine the matter which relates to the reason for the discharge, suspension, or involuntary transfer. To the extent prior disciplinary history or conduct factored into the reason for the discharge, suspension, or involuntary transfer, the board may take and hear that evidence. (Ord. 2014-24, 10-8-2014)