4.3. SR 10-03-2016 - Laserfiche WebLink

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ARTICLE 6—UNION SECURITY In recognition of the union as the exclusive representative, the following shall apply: 6.1 The employer shall deduct from the wages of employees who authorize such a deduction in writing an amount necessary to cover monthly union dues or a "fair share" deduction as provided in Minnesota Statutes 179A.06, Subdivision 3, if the employee elects not to become a member of the union. Such monies shall be remitted directly to the union monthly. 6.2 The union agrees to indemnify and hold the employer harmless against any and all claims, suits, orders or judgments brought or issued against the city as a result of any action taken or not taken by the city under the provisions of this article. 6.3 The union may designate three (3) employees within the bargaining unit as stewards and shall notify the employer in writing of the employees so designated and of any change in that position. Upon reasonable prior notification to the employer the stewards shall be allowed time off duty with pay to attend negotiation sessions mutually scheduled by the union and employer for the renewal of this agreement. 6.4 One (1) designated steward shall be granted reasonable time off with pay in order to investigate and/or present grievances to the employer during their normal working hours. Such steward, however, shall not leave their work station without first obtaining the permission of their immediate supervisor and shall notify their immediate supervisor upon return to work. 6.5 The employer agrees to make space available on the employer bulletin board for the posting of official union notice(s) and announcements. The bulletin board shall not be used for posting or distributing pamphlets of political or religious matter of any kind or for advertising. Under no circumstances shall the use of the bulletin board conflict with the operation of the employer. 6.6 The union shall have access to the premises of the employer at reasonable times and subject to mutually agreed upon reasonable rules to investigate grievances and for other reasonable purposes. 6.7 Failure of the union to execute an explicit right established under this agreement does not waive such right. ARTICLE 7—EMPLOYEE RIGHTS—GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE A grievance is defined as a dispute or disagreement as to the interpretation or application of the specific terms and conditions of this agreement. 7.1 Union Representatives. The employer will recognize a representative designated by the union as the grievance representative of the bargaining unit having the 3