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How many weeks of unpaid leave are eligible bargaining unit members entitled to under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?

12 weeks (correct)

6 weeks

24 weeks

18 weeks

How many weeks of paid parental leave do birthing parents and adoptive parents receive to care for their child?

12 weeks

4 weeks

6 weeks (correct)

8 weeks

What type of leave can be used to cover the period of FMLA leave?

Any and all paid time off (correct)

Only extra days

Only accrued, unused sick leave

Only vacation days

How is vacation leave accrual calculated?

Based on years of service Signup and view all the answers

In what increments can vacation leave be taken?

1 hour Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of weeks of FMLA leave?

12 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the initial 6 weeks of paid parental leave?

It counts towards the 12 weeks of FMLA leave Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the FMLA?

To provide unpaid leave for the birth or adoption of a child Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Article 5 in the 2021-2024 Agreement?

To outline the provisions for non-discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception to the prohibition of disability discrimination in the 2021-2024 Agreement?

The requirement to perform essential job functions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Section 2 in Article 5 of the 2021-2024 Agreement?

To ensure non-discriminatory language use Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following characteristics is NOT protected by law according to Article 5?

Occupation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the FOP in relation to bargaining unit employees according to Article 5?

To represent employees without discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Article 6 in the 2021-2024 Agreement?

To outline the dispute resolution process Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under Article 5?

Employee status Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the prohibition on age discrimination and the mandatory retirement age for sworn officers?

The prohibition on age discrimination does not prohibit mandatory retirement age Signup and view all the answers

After discipline is imposed and grieved, who is not prohibited from contacting witnesses?

Either the BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE or their FOP representative Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe for a BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE to notify the Coordinator in writing for a hearing?

Seven calendar days Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for a BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE's entitlement to rights in case of suspension without pay, demotion, termination, transfer, or placement on a status resulting in economic loss?

R.S.Mo. 590.502(3) Signup and view all the answers

Who schedules a meeting with the BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE and their representative to review the matter after receiving a notice for a hearing?

The Coordinator Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the meeting scheduled by the Coordinator after receiving a notice for a hearing?

To review the matter with the BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE and their representative Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for a BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE's right to grieve discipline?

Department Policy Signup and view all the answers

Who is tasked with ensuring rights pursuant to R.S.Mo. 590.502(3) if the matter is not resolved after the meeting with the Coordinator?

The designated review panel Signup and view all the answers

How is the hearing conducted in accordance with the disciplinary procedures?

In accordance with the disciplinary procedures in place at the time of the hearing for due process hearings Signup and view all the answers

What can the BOPC change, alter, amend, or nullify according to Section 1?

Any policy or procedure that is not inconsistent with the express provisions of this agreement Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Section 2 in the Unit Manual Revisions and Review?

To outline the process for making changes to unit manuals or formal written directives Signup and view all the answers

Who must be given notice of changes to unit manuals or formal written directives at least 14 days prior to the anticipated effective date?

The FOP Designee Signup and view all the answers

What can the FOP submit if there is no agreement between the FOP and management representatives on changes to unit manuals or formal written directives?

Objections to the Chief and the Executive Officer for final review and decision Signup and view all the answers

What types of changes to unit manuals or formal written directives are subject to the procedure outlined in Section 2?

Only changes that affect wages, hours, terms, or conditions of employment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of providing notice to the FOP Designee of changes to unit manuals or formal written directives?

To give the FOP Designee an opportunity to provide input regarding the changes Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the FOP and management representatives do not agree on changes to unit manuals or formal written directives?

The FOP submits objections to the Chief and the Executive Officer for final review and decision Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the meeting between the FOP Designee and management representatives?

To review the changes to unit manuals or formal written directives Signup and view all the answers

What is the deadline for the FOP to make requests for time off to attend conferences?

February 15th of each calendar year Signup and view all the answers

What is the limit on the FOP's use of the Department's email and internal mail distribution systems?

The FOP's use must not create a burden on the Department's systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the FOP's use of the Department's email system?

To communicate with its membership and with Police Department management Signup and view all the answers

How often are the BOPC's policies and procedures reviewed and updated?

Regularly, with reasonable advance notice Signup and view all the answers

How much advance written notice must the BOPC provide to the FOP before modifying its policy and procedure review process?

14 calendar days Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the BOPC's policy and procedure review process?

To review and update existing policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for maintaining the BOPC's current policies and procedures on the Department's intranet site?

The BOPC Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for the FOP's use of the Department's email system in relation to public disclosure?

The FOP's email use is subject to public disclosure under the State's sunshine law Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum amount of time before an interview or questioning that a BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE must be provided with a copy of the complaint?

24 hours Signup and view all the answers

Who may conduct interviews of BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES?

Members of the IAU or the Chief of Police's designee Signup and view all the answers

What is provided to a BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE prior to questioning by the IAU?

A Garrity warning Signup and view all the answers

Who may request to have a representative present during an investigation?

BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES who are witnesses or who are not the subject of the investigation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Section 4 in the 2021-2024 Agreement?

To outline the disciplinary process Signup and view all the answers

What happens to interviews conducted by the IAU?

They are recorded Signup and view all the answers

Who orders a BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE to provide a statement in writing if an outside-investigative agency is conducting the investigation?

The BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEE's supervisor or commander Signup and view all the answers

How do Harassment and/or Discrimination investigations proceed?

Consistent with the Discrimination and/or Harassment Personnel Policy Signup and view all the answers

Under the 2021-2024 Agreement, what is the purpose of the meetings between the BOPC and the FOP representatives in advance of the Department's annual funding request to the City of Kansas City?

To permit the FOP to make suggestions and recommendations to the BOPC regarding pay increases or pay adjustments Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for creating a Health/Dental Insurance Committee according to the 2021-2024 Agreement?

The Department Signup and view all the answers

How many voting members can the FOP designate to the Candidate Review Committee for promotions to the rank of Sergeant?

One (1) member Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the FOP representatives in the meetings with the BOPC regarding pay increases or pay adjustments?

To make suggestions and recommendations to the BOPC regarding pay increases or pay adjustments Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of the BOPC's inability to commit to certain pay increases or other major elements of compensation?

The BOPC agrees to meet with the FOP representatives in advance of the Department's annual funding request Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of the meetings between the BOPC and the FOP representatives in advance of the Department's annual funding request?

The parties are not bound by any such recommendations or suggestions made in the course of these meetings Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Health/Dental Insurance Committee created by the Department?

To manage the health and dental insurance benefits for employees Signup and view all the answers

Who shall notify the FOP when a policy is up for review?

The Chief’s Executive Officer Signup and view all the answers

Within how many calendar days can the FOP request input into the policy review?

14 calendar days Signup and view all the answers

How many times will the BOPC meet with the FOP representatives in advance of the Department's annual funding request?

Twice Signup and view all the answers

Who meets with the FOP designees to discuss any proposed or suggested changes to the policy?

The Department’s designees and a member of the Research and Development Division Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the FOP’s suggestions or requests if they are rejected?

They can still be presented to the BOPC as part of the final approval process Signup and view all the answers

Who participates in the Executive Committee meeting to discuss the final proposed changes or amendments to the current policy?

The FOP designees, representatives of the civilian and commanders bargaining units, and the Department’s designees Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the meeting between the Department’s designees and the FOP designees?

To discuss any proposed or suggested changes to the policy Signup and view all the answers

Who conducts the review process after the meeting between the Department’s designees and the FOP designees?

The Research and Development Division Signup and view all the answers

What happens after the Research and Development Division has conducted its review?

The FOP designees are notified and invited to provide additional input Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Non-Discrimination

The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) applies equally to all bargaining unit employees without discrimination based on characteristics such as sex, marital or familial status, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Exception: The prohibition on disability discrimination does not exempt employees from performing the essential functions of their jobs in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Exception: The prohibition on age discrimination does not prohibit the Board of Police Commissioners (BOPC) from maintaining a lawful mandatory retirement age for sworn officers.

Dispute Resolution

The BOPC recognizes the rights of eligible bargaining unit members under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to take up to twelve weeks of unpaid leave per year for the birth or adoption of a child.
Birthing parents and adoptive parents receive six weeks of paid parental leave to care for their child immediately following the child's birth or adoption without exhausting any accrued and unused sick leave.
After exhausting the initial six weeks of leave, birthing parents and adoptive parents may use any accrued, unused sick leave to cover the remaining weeks of FMLA leave.
All eligible parents may use any and all paid time off to cover the period of their FMLA leave, including accrued, unused vacation days, extra days, compensatory time, and sick leave, up to the full twelve weeks of FMLA leave if available.

Vacation

Bargaining unit employees accrue vacation based on their number of years of service and is calculated based on the employee's work during the previous calendar year.
Vacation leave is scheduled in accordance with the employee's personal preference and operating requirements of the assigned element.
Vacation leave may be taken in one-hour increments and is earned according to a specific schedule.

Grievances and Due Process Hearings

A bargaining unit employee may grieve discipline pursuant to Department Policy or for suspensions of more than 14 days, demotions, or terminations, to the BOPC.
Employees who are suspended without pay, demoted, terminated, transferred, or placed on a status resulting in economic loss are entitled to rights pursuant to R.S.Mo. 590.502(3).
If an employee wishes to exercise these rights, they must notify the Coordinator in writing within seven calendar days of their request for a hearing.
The Coordinator schedules a meeting with the employee and their representative to review the matter, and if the matter is not resolved, a hearing will be scheduled.

BOPC Policy and Procedure Review

The BOPC's current policies and procedures affecting bargaining unit employees and other department members are maintained on the department's intranet site.
The policies and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated, amended, and/or repealed through a process that includes reasonable advance notice and opportunity for written input from department members.

Unit Manual Revisions and Review

Changes to unit manuals or formal written directives that affect wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment require a 14-day notice to the FOP Designee.
The FOP Designee or representative has the opportunity to provide input and meet with management representatives.
If there is no agreement, the FOP may submit objections to the Chief and Executive Officer for final review and decision.

Policy Review Process

The Chief's Executive Officer notifies the FOP when a policy is up for review.
The FOP may request input into the policy review by submitting a request within 14 calendar days.
The Department's designees and a member of the Research and Development Division meet with up to three individuals designated by the FOP to discuss proposed changes.

Use of Department Email

The FOP is permitted to use the Department's email and hard copy internal mail distribution systems for Lodge business.
The FOP shall not use the email system for disparaging the BOPC, Department, or command staff.
All Department mail is subject to potential monitoring and may be subject to public disclosure under the State's sunshine law.

Pay Committee

The BOPC and FOP acknowledge that the BOPC does not have taxing authority and its overall funding fluctuates.
The BOPC agrees to meet at least twice with up to three FOP representatives in advance of the Department's annual funding request to the City.
The purpose of the meetings is to permit the FOP to make suggestions and recommendations regarding pay increases or pay adjustments.

Candidate Review Committee and Uniform Committee

The FOP shall be permitted to designate one voting member to the Candidate Review Committee for promotions to the rank of Sergeant.
The FOP shall be permitted to designate one voting member to the Uniform Committee.

Health/Dental Committee

The Department shall create a Health/Dental Insurance Committee.

Disciplinary Process

Interviews of bargaining unit employees may be conducted by members of the IAU or by the Chief of Police's designee.
Interviews conducted by IAU will be recorded.
Bargaining unit employees shall be provided a Garrity warning prior to any questioning by IAU.
Bargaining unit employees who are witnesses or who are not the subject of the investigation may request to have a representative or attorney when providing a statement.

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This quiz covers the non-discrimination policy outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement, which prohibits discrimination based on various characteristics such as race, gender, religion, and disability.