City Council:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION
OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON'S FIRST
COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
Whereas, by letter dated September 16, 2024, the Commissioner of the Department of Human Resources has requested legislation authorizing the City of Mount Vernon to adopt the comprehensive employee handbook developed and reviewed by the Human Resources Department as the guide for all City employees. The handbook shall cover, but is not limited to, the following key topics and policies; and
Whereas, the City of Mount Vernon recognizes the need to establish clear and consistent guidelines for all City employees and management to foster fairness, transparency, and equity in the workplace; and
Whereas, the Human Resources Department, established in 2008, has developed a comprehensive employee handbook to provide guidance on employee management, standards of conduct, and workplace policies, ensuring alignment with modern legal and operational standards; and
Whereas, the employee handbook will serve as a dynamic document, subject to annual updates to reflect changes in laws, mandates, and legislation introduced by the City, thereby maintaining the relevance and effectiveness of City policies; and
Whereas, outside counsel has thoroughly reviewed the final draft of the employee handbook to ensure legal accuracy and alignment with best practices in human resources; and
Whereas, the adoption of this handbook will help reduce confusion, enhance fairness, and bring consistency to employee management across the City's workforce; and
Whereas, the City Council recognizes the need for all City employees, regardless of their date of hire, to adhere to and acknowledge the handbook, its rules, and policies to ensure uniformity and fairness across departments; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That
The City of Mount Vernon, in City Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact:
Section 1. Definitions:
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