IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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AN ORDINANCE repealing sections 7537., 7538., and 7540., Jackson County Code, 1984, relating to the Merit System Commission, and enacting, in lieu thereof, three new sections relating to the same subject.
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ORDINANCE #4393, February 21, 2012
INTRODUCED BY Scott Burnett, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, the adoption of the 2010 Jackson County Charter and other recent events have rendered desirable some modifications to the county code chapter governing the operation of the Merit System Commission; and,
WHEREAS, these modifications are in the best interests of the health, welfare, and safety of the citizens of Jackson County; now therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED by the County Legislature of Jackson County, MO as follows:
Section A. Enacting Clause. Sections 7537., 7538., and 7540., Jackson County Code, 1984, are hereby repealed, and three new sections enacted in lieu thereof, to be known as sections 7537., 7538., and 7540., to read as follows:
7537. Hearing.
The following apply to Merit System Commission hearings.
7537.1 Quorum.
Three (3) commissioners at the hearing constitute a quorum. However, no hearing shall be conducted with only four Commissioners present. If the Chairman determines that less than the full membership of the Commission will be available to hear any appeal, the Chairman shall appoint a panel of three commissioners to hear the appeal.
7537.2 Place.
All hearings shall be held at either the Kansas City Courthouse or the Independence Courthouse. However, for the convenience of the parties, the commission may decide to hold the hearing at the building where the complaining part was or is employed.
7537.3 Open to Public.
All hearings shall be open to the public
7537.4 Human Resources Director.
The Human Resources Director shall attend all hearings.
7537.5 Representation.
Employees may be represented by counse...
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