AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BI-ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE OF EVALUATION POLICY
Whereas, by letter dated December 4, 2023, City Council President Danielle Browne has requested legislation authorizing the adoption of a comprehensive Bi-Annual Performance Evaluation Policy for all city employees, excluding elected officials; and
Whereas, the City recognizes the importance of establishing a structured framework for the assessment and development of its workforce; and
Whereas, the City aims to enhance accountability, promote employee growth, and align individual efforts with strategic objectives; and
Whereas, a formalized Bi-Annual Performance Evaluation Policy is proposed to achieve these goals; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordains, and enacts:
Section 1. Title and Purpose.
(a) This ordinance shall be known as the "Bi-Annual Performance Evaluation Policy."
(b) The purpose of this policy is to establish a structured framework for the comprehensive and regular performance evaluation of all city employees, excluding elected officials. The policy aims to enhance accountability, promote professional development, and align individual efforts with the city's strategic objectives.
Section 2. Evaluation Frequency.
(a) All city employees, excluding elected officials, shall undergo a performance evaluation bi-annually.
(b) New hires shall undergo a performance evaluation after their first six months of employment and subsequently follow the standard bi-annual evaluation cycle.
Section 3. Roles and Responsibilities.
(a) The Human Resources Department is responsible for:
(i) Providing training to supervisors on the performance evaluation process.
(ii) Maintaining accurate and confidential performance records.
(iii) Managing the appeal process for employees dissatisfied with their evaluations.
(b) Supervisors ar...
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