City Council:
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 are responsible for:
(i) Conducting fair, objective, and constructive performance evaluations.
(ii) Providing feedback, setting clear expectations, and identifying areas for improvement.
Section 4. Evaluation Criteria.
(a) Performance evaluations shall be based on established criteria relevant to the employee's role and responsibilities.
(b) Criteria may include job knowledge, quality of work, productivity, communication skills, teamwork, and adherence to city policies.
Section 5. Benefits to the City. The implementation of the Bi-Annual Performance Evaluation Policy will benefit the City of Mount Vernon by:
(i) Enhancing employee performance and productivity through clear expectations and regular feedback.
(ii) Identifying and cultivating employee skills and competencies crucial for the city’s growth.
(iii) Providing a mechanism for recognizing outstanding performance and addressing areas needing improvement.
(iv) Ensuring human resource practices align with the best standards for retaining and attracting top talent.
Section 6. Implementation. This ordinance shall take effect after its passage and approval by the City Council.