Item C08
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Meeting Date: March 15,2006
Division:
Emergency Services
Bulk Item: Yes X
No
Department: Fire Rescue
Staff Contact Person: Susan Hover
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval of the inclusion of paragraph 8.4.1 concerning paramedic
certification and compensation in the Agreement between Professional Firefighters of Monroe County,
International Association of Firefighters, Local 3909 for Unit 2 and Monroe County Board of County
Commissioners approved by the Board on December 15, 2005, and substituting page 25 in the
Agreement.
ITEM BACKGROUND: When preparing agenda item Q8 for the December 15, 2005 Board
meeting, which included the request for approval of the Agreement between Professional Firefighters
of Monroe County, International Association of Firefighters, Local 3909 for Unit 2, a final version of
the agreement was transmitted to the county vi a email. That version included section 8.4.1 concerning
paramedic certification and compensation, however when transmitted interdepartmentally within the
county, section 8.4.1 was inadvertently deleted prior to being put on the agenda. This section was
always intended to be included. The Local 3909 for unit two approved the version that included
section 8.4.1. The BOCC should therefore ratify this version, which substitutes page number 25 which
includes section 8.4.1.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: On December 21,2005 the Board approved contracts
with Professional Firefighters of Monroe County, International Association of Firefighters, Local 3909
for Unit 1, covering Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Firefighter/EMT,
Firefighter/Paramedic, and Airport Rescue Firefighter and for Unit 2, covering Battalion Chief, Shift
Captain! Airport Rescue Firefighter, and Fire Rescue Captain.
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: Inclusion of section 8.4.1 concerning paramedic
certification and compensation.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval.
TOT AL COST:
BUDGETED: Yes X
No
COST TO COUNTY:
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
REVENUE PRODUCING: Yes
No X AMOUNT PER MONTH
Year
DIVISION DIRECTOR APPROVAL:
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APPROVED BY: County Atty Yes
DOCUMENTATION:
Included X
Not Required_
DISPOSITION:
Revised 2/05
AGENDA ITEM #
COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT. UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
THIS COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT is entered into by the Board of
County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida (hereinafter "County" or
"Employer") and the Professional Firefighters of Monroe County, International
Association of Firefighters, Local 3909 (hereinafter "Union", "Employee
Organization"{ "Organization", or "Bargaining Agent") pursuant to the authority of Part
II, Chapter 447, Florida Statutes; and hereafter this Agreement may be referred to as
the "Unit Two Agreement."
ARTICLE 1: INTRODUCTORY MATTERS.
1.1 PurDose. The purpose of this Agreement is to set forth terms and conditions of
employment of the public employees Union and for the operation of the Fire/Rescue
Services provided by the County. Further, it is the intent of this Agreement to promote
effective protection of the residents of and visitors to Monroe County; to provide for
the safety of the employee in the performance of his or her duties; to insure the
economy in the operation of the Fire/Rescue Services; to provide for the cleanliness,
maintenance, and proper care of equipment; to establish procedures for the fair and
peaceful adjustment of differences between the employee or Union and the County that
may arise from time to time; and to promulgate rules and regulations for ethical
conduct in business and relations between the employees, the Union, and the County.
Finally, it is the intent of this Agreement to provide for a great degree of harmony and
understanding between the County, the employee, and the Union.
1.2 Rec09nition and Certification of Union; Management Rights.
1.2.1 Union Selection and Request. The Union is the employee organization
which has been selected by a majority of the Fire/Rescue Services employees of the
County for purposes of collective bargaining with the County and, in accordance with
Section 447.307(1)(a), Florida Statutes, the Union has requested the County to
recognize the Union as the bargaining agent for the said employees.
1.2.2 Union Recoanition. The County is satisfied as to the majority status of
the Union and the appropriateness of the proposed unit in accordance with Section
447.307(1)(aL Florida Statutes
1.2.3 Certification. The Florida Public Employees Relations Commission
("PERC") has reviewed the petition of the Union for certification, has determined the
appropriateness of the unit, and has certified the Union as the exclusive representative
of all employees in the unit. A copy of the certification documentation is attached to
this Agreement as Exhibit A.
1.2.4 Unit Determination. The unit covered by this Agreement has been
determined to include County employee positions of Battalion Chief, Airport ARFF
Captain, Fire Rescue Captain and Fire Rescue Lieutenant. For convenience to the
Union and County, this unit may be referred to as Unit Two or Unit 2.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
1.2.5 Exclusive Manaaement Rights. Section 447.209, Florida Statutes,
provides the County with the authority to determine unilaterally the purpose of each of
its constituent departments and divisions, set standards of services to be offered to the
public, and exercise control and discretion over its organization and operations. The
County also has the right to direct its employees, take disciplinary action for proper
cause, and relieve employees from duty because of lack of work or for other legitimate
reasons. In matters not covered specifically by language within this Agreement, the
County shall have the right to make decisions in such areas on a unilateral basis, and
such decisions shall not be subject to any grievance procedure, except as to whether a
specific matter is a management right, or as otherwise provided by Florida law. The
below enumerated rights of management are not all-inclusive, but indicate the type of
matters or rights which belongs to or is inherent to management. Any of the rights,
powers, and authority the County had prior to entering into this Agreement are
retained by the County except as expressly provided for in this Agreement. Without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, the term "rights of Management" as used or
referred to in this Agreement include (1) the determination of policy and procedures,
including the right to manage the affairs of the fire/rescue services; (2) the right to
determine the starting and quitting time and the number of hours and shifts to be
worked, including the need for overtime work, subject only to contrary provisions of
this Agreement; (3) the right to establish, change, or modify work schedules, subject
only to contrary provisions of this Agreement; staffing of equipment and apparatus;
amount and types of equipment; and placement and location of equipment; (4) the
right to direct the members of the unit, including the right to hire, suspend, demote,
promote, transfer, discipline, and discharge any unit member for just cause; (5) the
right to temporarily assign unit members to other duties within the County's fire/rescue
operations; (6) the organizational structure of the fire/rescue operations in the County,
including the right to organize and reorganize in any manner in which the County
chooses, including the size of operations, the determination of job classifications and
ranks based upon other duties assigned; (7) the determination of the safety, health,
and property protection measures for the fire/rescue services; (8) the allocation and
assignment of work to unit members; (9) the determination of policy affecting the
selection and training of new employees and the on-going training, certification, and
cross-certification of unit members; (10) the scheduling of operations; (11) the
establishment, amendment, and enforcement of fire/rescue operations rules,
regulations, policies, procedures, and orders; (12) the transfer of work from one
position to another within the unit; (13) the introduction of new, improved, or different
methods and techniques of operations or a change in existing methods or techniques;
(14) the placing of secondary services temporarily; maintenance; or other work with
outside contractors or other agencies of the county, any municipality within the county,
or state or federal agencies; (15) the determination of the number of ranks and
number of personnel within the unit; (16) the determination of the quantity and
amount of supervision to be provided to unit members; (17) the transfer of any unit
member from one area, shift, work schedule, or facility to another; and (18) the right
to direct any person not covered by this Agreement to perform any task or assignment.
1.2.6 Notice of Exercise of Manaaement Riahts. The County agrees that
prior to unilaterally exercising any of its management rights detailed in Section 1.2.5
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
which will directly affect the unit's operations, the County will, in non-emergency
situations, provide written notification to the Union President either by U.S. Postal
Service Mail, certified or return receipt requested; in person by hand-delivery; or by
electronic mail with confirmation of receipt as may be provided by the electronic mail
software application. Non-emergency written notification shall be given at least twenty
(20) days prior to the effective date of the management right to be exercised as
identified in the notification. In emergency situations, notice shall be given as soon as
practicable and in such form as may be reasonable under the circumstances.
1.2.7 Failure of Notification. In regards to exercising its rights detailed in
Section 1.2.5 and Section 1.2.6, the County and Union agree that failure to give the
written notice will not, in and of itself, provide the basis for an unfair labor practice
claim to be filed with PERC or become the basis for the filing and processing of a
grievance.
1.2.8 Non-Waiver: Non-Exclusivitv. The provision of any notice pursuant to
Sections 1.2.5 and Section 1.2.6 shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any rights or
prerogatives of the County to which the County is entitled pursuant to federal, state,
and local statutes, laws, ordinances, regulations, rules, or case law. Should the County
fail to exercise any of its lawful rights from time to time, such failure shall not be, nor
shall such failure be deemed to be, a waiver to exercise such right or rights in the
future, and it is specifically agreed by the Union and the County that any right or
function of the County not specifically relinquished or altered by this Agreement is
reserved to the County. Further, the Union and County agree that the rights,
responsibilities, and prerogatives inherent in, or legally provided to, the County and the
County Administrator cannot be subject to any grievance or arbitration proceedings
except as may be specifically provided for in this Agreement.
1.3 Non-Discrimination.
1.3.1 Non-Discrimination Aareement. The County and Union agree that
both oppose discrimination or retaliation on account of, and neither shall discriminate
nor retaliate against any employee or Union member on account of, race, color, creed,
gender, national origin, marital status, gender orientation, sexual preference, age,
religion, union activity, handicap or disability except as may be permitted or allowed as
a bona fide occupational qualification under federal or state law.
1.3.2 Discrimination/Retaliation Not Grievable. While the County and
Union agree that unlawful discrimination and unlawful retaliation have no place in the
County's workforce, federal and state laws provide specialized protections, procedures
and remedies for such misconduct. Therefore, claims that the County or the Union
engaged in unlawful discrimination or unlawful retaliation shall exclusively be processed
through the statutory, administrative and judicial procedures that exist to entertain and
resolve such claims. Therefore, any such c1aim(s) is not subject to the
grievance/arbitration procedure of this Agreement.
1.3.3 Investiaation of Comolaint of Discrimination. The County and Union
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
agree that any allegation of discrimination against the County or the Union that is
received by the County shall be investigated and resolved in accordance with the
County's internal administrative procedures and the County shall additionally have the
right to forward any allegation of discrimination to any appropriate state or federal
agency as the County may deem appropriate.
1.4 No Strike. No Lockout.
1.4.1 Iniunctive Relief. The County and Union agree that the County is
responsible for and engaged in activities which are the basis for the health and welfare
of the general public and any violation of this section 1.4 could give rise to irreparable
damage to the County and the public at large. Accordingly, the Union agrees that in
the event any violation of this section 1.4 should occur or be apparently imminent, the
County shall be entitled to seek immediate injunctive relief in a court of competent
jurisdiction without notice to the Union.
1.4.2 No Strikes. The Union agrees that there shall be no strikes as that term
is defined in Florida Statutes, and that there shall be no work stoppage, work
slowdowns, boycotts, picket lines or picketing in support of a work stoppage or work
slowdown, nor will there be a concerted failure or refusal to perform work assigned by
the County or appropriate superior employees or individuals designated by the County.
The County shall have the right to pursue any and all legal and equitable remedies in
the event of a strike.
1.4.3 No SUDDort By Union. The Union agrees that it shall not support,
condone, encourage, authorize, sanction, or ratify any violation of sub-section 1.4.2
above. The County agrees that the Union shall not be held liable for any violation of
section 1.4 if it is reasonably shown that neither the Union nor any Union officer
supported, condoned, encouraged, authorized, sanctioned, or ratified such action. In
the event any Union officer becomes aware of any activity, whether verbal or physical,
which is intended or may be reasonably be construed to be instigating a strike, work
stoppage, work slowdown, boycott, picketing, or other activity in violation of this
Agreement, that officer shall immediately attempt to discourage such activity and shall
immediately notify the appropriate managerial authority of such action.
1.4.4 No Lockout. The County agrees that it shall not authorize, promote,
condone, institute, or engage in any lockout of Union members.
ARTICLE 2: DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this Agreement, the following terms shall have the meanings
as set forth, unless the context specifically provides otherwise:
2.1 Administrative Proceeding, for purposes of disciplinary proceedings, means any
non-judicial hearing which may result in the recommendation, approval, or order of
disciplinary action against, or suspension or discharge of, a firefighter.
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'OLLECTIVEL Y BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
2.2 Advanced life SUDDort means treatment of life threatening medical emergencies
through the use of techniques such as endotracheal intubation, the administration of
drugs or intravenous fluids, telemetry, cardiac monitoring, and cardiac defibrillation by
a qualified person pursuant to the rules of the Florida Department of Health.
2.3 Advanced life SUDDort service means any emergency medical transport or non-
transport service which uses advanced life support techniques.
2.4 Air Ambulance means any fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft used for, or
intended to be used for, air transportation of sick or injured persons requiring or likely
to require medical attention during transport.
2.5 Ambulance means any privately or publicly owned land or water vehicle that is
designed, constructed, reconstructed, maintained, equipped, or operated for, and is
used for, or intended to be used for, land or water transportation of sick or injured
persons requiring or likely to require medical attention during transport. The term also
includes "emergency medical services vehicle."
2.6 ARFF means Airport Rescue Firefighter.
2.7 Basic life SUDDort means treatment of medical emergencies by a qualified
person through the use of techniques such as patient assessment, cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR), splinting, obstetrical assistance, bandaging, administration of
oxygen, application of medical anti-shock trousers, administration of a subcutaneous
injection using a pre-measured auto-injector of epinephrine to a person suffering an
anaphylactic reaction, and other techniques described in the Emergency Medical
Technician Basic Training Course Curriculum of the United States Department of
Transportation. The term "basic life supportll also includes other techniques which have
been approved and are performed under conditions specified by rules of the Florida
Department of Health.
2.8 Basic life SUDDort service means any emergency medical service which uses
only basic life support techniques.
2.9 Baraainina unit or Unit means the employees represented by the Professional
Firefighters of Monroe County, International Association of Firefighters, Local 3909.
2.10 BumDina Rights means the right of an employee covered by this Agreement to
displace an employee of lower seniority, covered by this Agreement, from a position
covered by this Agreement, but only in accordance with the terms and conditions of
this Agreement.
2.11 Chief executive officer, as generally defined in Section 447.203, Florida
Statutes, shall mean the County Administrator.
2.12 Classification seniority shall mean the length of time of full-time employment
within a particular job classification, as measured from the date of regular hire status
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
to the classification or date of permanent promotion to the classification.
2.13 Continuous service, as required for advancement within salary ranges and for
other purposes specified under this Agreement, means employment by the County on a
probationary, regular, or acting appointment basis without break or interruption, and
shall be interpreted in accordance with the County's policies and procedures.
2.14 County means the political entity known as Monroe County, and includes the
Board of County Commissioners, the County Fire Chief, the County Administrator, and
employees and agents of Monroe County. County also means the geographical area of
the State of Florida encompassed within the boundaries set forth in Section 7.44,
Florida Statutes.
2.15 Court means any county court or state circuit court in Florida and any federal
court in Florida having subpoena powers and exercising such power upon a unit
member as a result of action or involvement in, or observance of, a situation while in
the member's capacity as a county employee.
2.16 DeDartment seniority shall mean the length of time of full-time regular
employment with the County, calculated from the last hire date.
2.17 Emeraency means a circumstance requiring immediate action; a sudden,
unexpected happening; an unforeseen occurrence or condition.
2.18 EmergencY Medical Services means the activities or services to prevent or
treat a sudden critical illness or injury and to provide emergency medical care and pre-
hospital emergency medical transportation to sick, injured, or otherwise incapacitated
persons.
2.19 Emeraency medical services vehicle means an ambulance.
2.20 Emeraency medical technician means a person who is certified by the Florida
Department of Health to perform basic life support.
2.21 Emolovee means a member of the bargaining unit, unless the context
specifically requires a different meaning.
2.22 Emolovee oraanization means Professional Firefighters of Monroe County,
Local 3909, International Association of Firefighters.
2.23 Emoloyer means Monroe County, Florida.
2.24 Fire ApDaratus, also referred to as Engine Apparatus or Engine means a vehicle
of 10,000 Ib (4540 kg) or greater gross vehicle weight rating (CVWR) used for fire
suppression or support, in accordance with the definitions and standards in National
Fi re Protection Associ ation Sta nda rd 1901.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
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2.25 Firefighter means any person employed by Monroe County and whose primary
responsibility is the prevention and extinguishment of fires, and the protection and
saving of life and property. The term includes "firefighter employee" as defined in
Section 633.802(3), Florida Statutes, and "firefighter" as defined in Section 112.S1( 1),
Florida Statutes, and Section 633.30( 1), Florida Statutes.
2.26 Florida Firefi9hters OccuDational Safety and Health Act, or FFOSHA means
the provisions of Sections 633.801 through 633.821, Florida Statutes.
2.27 Formal Investiaation means the process of investigation ordered by
supervisory personnel, after the supervisory personnel have previously determined that
the firefighter shall be reprimanded, suspended, or removed, during which the
questioning of the firefighter is conducted for the purpose of gathering evidence of
misconduct.
2.28 Grievance means a complaint, dispute, or controversy in which it is claimed that
the Union, the County, or a County employee has failed in an obligation under this
Agreement, which involves the meaning, interpretation, or application of this
Agreement, and where the grievant, the Union or the County believes that rules have
been misapplied or violated.
2.29 Holidav means a day, beginning at 12:01 A.M. and ending twenty-four (24)
hours later, which the County has recognized in its' ordinances, resolutions, policies
and procedures as a day on which most county offices are usually closed. The County
recognizes the following days to be holidays: New Year's Day, Presidents Day, Martin
Luther King's Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Day.
2.30 Informal Inauirv means a meeting by supervisory or management personnel
with a firefighter about whom an allegation of misconduct has come to the attention of
such supervisory or management personnel, the purpose of which meeting is to
mediate a complaint or discuss the facts to determine whether a formal investigation
should be commenced.
2.31 Interroaation means the questioning of a firefighter by an employing agency in
connection with a formal investigation or an administrative proceeding but not shall not
include arbitration or civil service proceedings. Questioning pursuant to an informal
inquiry shall not be deemed to be an interrogation.
2.32 Ladder Truck AODaratus or Ladder Truck means any fire apparatus equipped
with a power operated ladder, tower, platform, or articulating device whose primary
purpose is to provide firefighters with access to levels of height beyond the reach of
manually-raised ladders.
2.33 Legislative body, as generally defined in Section 447.203, Florida Statutes,
means the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
2.34 Membership dues deduction means the amount established by the Union to
be paid on a monthly basis by Union members as and for the privilege of belonging to
the Union, and which amount has been agreed by the Union member to be deducted by
the County from the Union member's salary and wages and paid by the County directly
to the Union. Such deductions shall not include initiation fees, special assessments, or
other charges which may be imposed from time to time by the Union.
2.35 Mutual aid aareement means a written agreement between two or more
entities whereby the signing parties agree to lend aid to one another under conditions
specified in the agreement and as sanctioned by the County.
2.36 Paramedic means a person who is certified by the Florida Department of Health
to perform basic and advanced life support.
2.37 Pay Period means a two-week period commencing at 12:01 A.M. Sunday
through 12:00 Midnight Saturday.
2.38 PERC means the Florida Public Employees Relations Commission.
2.39 Picketina means attendance by one or more Union members outside of a
County facility or worksite during, and in support of, (1) a strike, work stoppage or
work slowdown, or (2) in connection with a concerted failure or refusal to perform work
lawfully assigned to Union members, when such attendance is designed, intended, or
has the effect of harassing, coercing, or intimidating any County employee to refuse to
perform lawfully assigned duties or to take a course of action in violation of this
Agreement or any federal, state, or local law.
2.40 PumDer, also referred to as Engine, means a piece of fire apparatus with a
permanently mounted fire pump that has a rated discharge capacity of 750 gpm (2850
L/min) or greater, water tank, and hose body as defined in National Fire Protection
Association Standard 1901.
2.41 Rescue ADDaratus or Rescue Vehicle means any vehicle whose primary
function is to carry equipment and manpower designed to facilitate the rescue of
trapped or endangered persons from unusual circumstances, including automobile
accidents, cave-ins, fires, building collapses, and other serious bodily injury or life-
threatening situations.
2.42 Shift means a period commencing at 8:00 A.M. and ending twenty-four hours
later at 8:00 A.M.
2.43 Strike shall have the same definition as that contained in Section 447.203,
Florida Statutes.
2.44 SupDlemental Compensation means the compensation to be paid to
firefighters pursuant to the provisions of Section 633.382, Florida Statutes.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
2.45 TemDorarilv, for purposes of Section 1.2.5, means a period of time not to
exceed nine months, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by the County and the
Union.
2.46 Vacancy means an open position resulting from the creation of a new position,
voluntary or involuntary termination, retirement, death, promotion, or demotion. A
vacancy is not created as a result of a reduction in force, temporary assignment or
transfer, or temporary appointment.
2.47 Volunteer means a person who, of his or her own free willi provides goods or
services to Monroe County government without receiving monetary or material
compensation from Monroe County. The recruitment and use of volunteers will be
generally pursuant to the provisions of Sections 125.9501 through 125.9506, Florida
Statutes.
2.48 Week means a consecutive period of seven days, the first day of which
commences on Sunday at 12:01 A.M. and the last day of which ends on the following
Saturday at 12: 00 Midnight.
2.49 Workdays means Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, except where
otherwise specifically defined in this Agreement.
2.50 Work Cycle means the 27-day period used for purposes of calculating and
crediting or paying overtime in accordance with the general principles of the Fair Labor
Standards Act.
2.51 Workweek means, for salary purposes, seven consecutive days, commencing
on Sunday at 12:01 A.M. and ending the following Saturday at 12:00 Midnight.
ARTICLE 3: UNION RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 Dues and Uniform Assessments. Section 447.303, Florida Statutes, gives the
right to the Union to have its dues and uniform assessments deducted and collected by
the County from the salaries of those employees who authorize the deduction of said
dues and assessments. There are no uniform assessments covered under this
contract.
3.1.1 Dues and Assessment Deductions. The County agrees to deduct from
the each unit member's bi-weekly salary the dues and uniform assessments for which
(1) the amounts have been certified in writing to be current and correct by the
Treasurer of the Union and (2) which amounts have been specifically authorized in
writing by the unit member to be deducted. Deductions shall be taken from the bi-
weekly salary of the member which is two pay periods after receipt of the deduction
authorization, and shall be deducted from each pay period thereafter.
3.1.2 Discontinuance of Deduction. The unit member may elect to revoke
his or her authorization to deduct union dues and assessments from his or her salary
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
by providing written notice of revocation to the County, and a copy of the notice to the
Union. The County shall cease to make such deductions during the pay period which is
thirty (30) days immediately after receipt of the revocation in writing from the unit
member. The County shall continue the deductions only so long as the employee has
enough net salary after all other deductions to cover such deductions, and the County
shall not be held responsible for a refund to the employee if the employee has
duplicated a deduction by direct payment to the Union. The County shall have no
liability to the employee or the Union for the dues and uniform assessments deducted
from the employee's salary.
3.1.3 County Not Inyolved in Collection of Fines. Penalties. or Special
Assessments. The County, as a public employer, is expressly prohibited by Section
447.303, Florida Statutes, from being involved in the collection of any fine, penalty or
special assessment charged against a unit member.
3.1.4 Remittance To Union. The County shall remit to the Union by County
check or warrant the total amount of union dues and uniform assessments deducted by
the County from the unit members' salaries. Such remittance shall be forwarded to the
Union at the same time as employee salary checks or warrants are sent to County
employees. In lieu of receiving a check, the Union can elect to have the County make
a direct deposit in a Union-specified institutional account within the geographical limits
of Monroe County and with an institution with which the County has a current direct
deposit agreement.
3.1.5 County's Costs. The Union and County agree that the County shall
receive an annual fee of fifty dollars ($50) on October 1st of each year of this contract
as the County's reasonable costs for handling the deductions made from unit members'
salaries.
3.1.6 Current Unit Member Roster. The Union shall have the responsibility
for keeping the County informed on a timely basis of those employees of the County
who are unit members and from whose salaries deductions are to be made.
3.1.7 Union to Indemnify and Hold County Harmless. The Union agrees to
indemnify and hold the County harmless against any and all claims, suits or other
forms of liability arising out of the deduction from an employee's salary any Union dues
or uniform assessments. The Union assumes full responsibility for the disposition of
the deduction once it has been remitted by the County and received by the Union.
3.2 Rights of Members and Non-Members.
3.2.1 No County Discrimination. The Union and County agree that any
employee is free to join and assist the Union without fear of retaliation of any kind. No
County officer, employee, representatlve, or agent shall interfere with, restrain, coerce
or intimidate an employee in the exercise of the employee's right to join or refrain from
joining the Union. No County officer or supervisor shall discriminate against any
employee with regard to employment, or the terms and conditions of employment
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
(including but not limited to promotions) because the employee has formed, joined, or
chosen to be represented by the Union or because the employee has given testimony
or taken part in any grievance procedure or other hearing, negotiation or any other
form of legal activity on behalf of the Union.
3.2.2 No Union Interference. The Union and County agree that all employees
shall have the same right to refrain from membership in the Union. The Union agrees
that it will not interfere with, coerce, or intimidate any employee into joining the Union
and that every employee has the right to choose of his or her own free will whether he
or she will or will not join the Union. The Union further agrees that there will be no
interference with the free right of any employee or member of the public to enter and
leave work sites and property of the County unmolested, unthreatened, and un-
intimidated.
3.2.3 Claims of Discrimination or Interference. Any claim of discrimination
or interference in violation of Section 3.2.1 or 3.2.2 shall be asserted exclusively
through the Florida Public Employees Relations Commission, and through the
grievance-arbitration procedures of this Agreement.
3.3 Union Business.
3.3.1 Union Business Meetinas. Employees elected or appointed to
represent the Union shall be allowed to use County facilities to conduct regular and
special business meetings of the Union. The use of such facilities shall be coordinated
with, and approved by, the County Fire Chief. Such meetings shall be scheduled at
times and locations which will not unduly interfere with the County's fire/rescue
operations or result in a violation of the minimum staffing requirements of any
fire/rescue facility. Attendance at the meetings by the Union representatives who are
on duty shall be at no loss of pay for the Union representative during the actual time of
attendance and for travel time to and from the meeting. The time spent by all on-duty
Union members traveling to, from, and attending Union business meetings shall be
deducted from the Union pool hours provided for in Section 3.5.
3.3.2 Union ReDresentative for Grievance. Any unit member desiring to file
a grievance pursuant to this Agreement, shall have the right to meet with one (1)
Union representative to discuss the member's potential grievance. The County agrees
to permit the member and the Union representative to meet briefly during work hours
concerning a potential grievance, provided the member and Union representative have
the permission of his/her immediate supervisor, and further provided that the meeting
does not disrupt or interfere with current fire/rescue operations or result in less than
minimum staffing. The Union agrees that this privilege shall not be utilized to prepare
formal grievances during work hours but is to be used to simply and briefly consult with
the member and/or a supervisor in order to avoid the necessity of processing a formal
grievance or to consult with the member to set an appointment for after working hours
to prepare a legitimate grievance.
3.3.3 National and State Association Meetings.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
3.3.3.1 National Meetings. The County agrees that members of the
bargaining unit shall be allowed to attend one nationally recognized professional
association related to the fire/rescue services professions during the County's fiscal
year. The time spent by a unit member away from the member's regularly scheduled
duties while traveling to, from, and attending such meetings shall be deducted from the
Union pool hours provided for in Section 3.5.
3.3.3.2 State Meetings. The County agrees that members of the
bargaining unit shall be allowed to attend one Florida state recognized professional
association related to the fire/rescue services professions during the County's fiscal
year. The representatives shall be entitled to reimbursement for travel, meals, and
lodging in accordance with County policies and procedures. The time spent by a unit
member away from the member's regularly scheduled duties while traveling to, from,
and attending such meetings shall be deducted from the Union pool hours provided for
in Section 3.5.
3.4 Collective Bargaining Leave For Union Neaotiating Team. The County and
Union agree that the Union Negotiating Team shall consist of three (3) members
("regular negotiating team"), selected by the Union. The Union may designate up to
three (3) additional members ("additional negotiating team") to provide representation
during negotiations, but such additional members representation at, and involvement
in negotiations, shall not be at the expense of the County. The time spent by a regular
negotiating team unit member away from the member's regularly scheduled duties
while traveling to, from, and attending such negotiations shall be deducted from the
Union pool hours provided for in Section 3.5.
3.5 Union Pool Hours.
3.5.1 Allocation of Hours. In each fiscal year covered by this Agreement, the
County shall allocate a number of hours to be used by unit members to attend national
and state association meetings, collective bargaining sessions, and other Union-related
activities. A total of two hundred forty (240) hours is allocated by the County for use
during the first fiscal year of this Agreement; a total of three hundred twenty (320)
hours is allocated by the County for use during the second fiscal year of this
Agreement; and a total of four hundred eighty (480) hours is allocated by the County
for use during the third fiscal year of this Agreement.
3.5.2 Use and Forfeiture of Hours. Only actual hours approved by the County
Fire Chief for use prior to September 30th of a fiscal year shall be counted against the
allocated hours for that fiscal year. Hours not approved and used shall be forfeited and
not carried forward for use in any subsequent fiscal year.
3.5.3 Reauest For Use of Union Pool Hours. Request for use of Union pool
hours shall be submitted in writing on a form to be provided by the County. The unit
member requesting to use Union pool hours shall obtain written approval from the
Union president, vice-president, or secretary prior to submitting the request to the
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
County Fire Chief. Such approval shall be indicated on the request form. One form
shall be submitted for each unit member for each pay period in which Union pool hours
are to be used.
3.5.4 Submittina Reauests. Request forms shall be submitted to the County
Fire Chief so as to be received by the County Fire Chief at least seventy-two (72) hours
prior to the date and time the unit member is requesting to be relieved from
operational duties in order to use Union pool hours. Request forms which are not
complete when submitted to the County Fire Chief shall be returned to the unit
member without further review or action by the County Fire Chief.
3.5.5 Responsibilitv of County Fire Chief. The County Fire Chief shall be
responsible for tracking and monitoring availability and use of Union pool hours, and for
final approval of unit member requests for use of Union Pool hours. Requests for use
of Union pool hours which are disapproved by the County Fire Chief may be appealed
by the unit member, and such appeal shall be considered and processed as a grievance
under the applicable provisions of this Agreement.
3.6 Names of Union Reoresentatives. The Union President shall provide to the
County Fire Chief a written list of the names, duty locations, addresses, and telephone
numbers of the Union officers and negotiating team members, both regular and
supplemental, within fifteen (15) days of the effective date of this Agreement, and shall
update the list in writing within fifteen (15) days of any change.
3.7 Bulletin Boards. The Union shall have the right to install and maintain at the
Union's cost a bulletin board at each County facility to which Union members are
assigned to perform services. The size, composition, and location of the bulletin
boards shall be mutually agreed to by the Union and the County. Posted materials
shall be subject to review and approval by the County Fire Chief; shall contain on its
face the legible name of the person responsible for placing the material on the bulletin
board; shall not contain anything of a derogatory or adverse nature concerning the
County or its employees or agents, or contain anything which is in violation of this
Agreement; and all materials shall be dated and bear the signature of the Union
president or his or her designated representative. Materials placed on a bulletin board
in violation of this section shall subject the employee to disciplinary proceedings.
3.8 Printin9 and Distribution of Aareement. The County will, at no cost to the
Union, print one copy of this Agreement for distribution to each facility at which
employees covered by this Agreement are assigned for duty; one original copy to the
Union; and one copy to each library facility in Monroe County.
ARTICLE 4: DISCIPLINE AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES.
4.1 Disciolinarv Standard. The County and Union agree that no employee who has
attained career status with the County shall be discharged, demoted, or otherwise
disciplined in a manner which would result in a loss of pay, except for just cause.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
4.2 Probationary Period. All new and newly-promoted employees shall serve a
probationary period. The probationary period shall be considered the last step in the
selection or promotion process, and the purpose of the probationary period is to allow
management to observe and appraise the conduct/ performance/ attitude, adaptability
and job knowledge of the employee and to assist the County in determining the
qualifications of the employee for the position to which the employee has been
assigned or promoted.
4.3 Duration of Probation. The probationary period for new employees and newly-
promoted employees shall be twelve (12) months. The probationary period may be
extended (a) for unsatisfactory performance or (b) if the employee has been absent
from his or her regularly assigned duties for a total of four hundred eighty (480) hours
or more due to any cause except in-service training authorized by the County.
Extended probationary periods shall be not less than three (3) months nor more than
twelve (12) months. The determination of whether the probationary period for any
employee should be extended shall be at the sole discretion of the County, and such
determination shall not be grievable.
4.4 Rejection of Probationary Employee. Any employee who is in probationary
status as a new employee may be dismissed from employment without cause or
explanation, without right of appeal, and without recourse to the grievance procedures
established by this Agreement. Any employee who is in probationary status as a
newly-promoted employee may be demoted to the classification held immediately prior
to the promotion, and such demotion shall be without cause or explanation, without
right of appeal, without recourse to the grievance-arbitration procedures established by
this Agreement, and without recourse to Career Service Act procedures.
4.5 Proposed Discipline and Pre-Determination Hearin9. Any proposed
discipline of a non-probationary employee subject to this Agreement which would result
in a suspension without pay, termination of employment, demotion/ or a reduction in
base salary, shall require a pre-determination hearing. The pre-determination hearing
shall be held and conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Monroe County
Policies And Procedures, Section 9.11/ provided such procedures are consistent with
the following provisions:
4.5.1 Procedure. Whenever a firefighter is subjected to an interrogation, such
interrogation shall be conducted as follows.
4.5.1.1 Location. The interrogation shall take place at the facility where
the investigating officer is assigned, or at the facility which has jurisdiction over the
place where the incident under investigation allegedly occurred/ as designated by the
investigating officer.
4.5.1.2 Written Notice. No firefighter shall be subjected to interrogation
without first receiving written notice of sufficient detail of the investigation in order to
reasonably apprise the firefighter of the nature of the investigation. The firefighter shall
be informed beforehand of the names of all complainants.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS Of MONROE COUNTY, IAFf LOCAL 3909
4.5.1.3 Time. All interrogations shall be conducted at a reasonable time
of day, preferably when the firefighter is on duty, unless the importance of the
interrogation or investigation is of such a nature that immediate action is required.
4.5.1.4 Persons Present. The firefighter under investigation shall be
informed of the name, rank, and unit or command of the officer in charge of the
investigation, the interrogators, and all persons present during any interrogation.
4.5.1.5 Sessions. Interrogation sessions shall be of reasonable duration
and the firefighter shall be permitted reasonable periods for rest and personal
necessities.
4.5.1.6 Conduct. The firefighter being interrogated shall not be
subjected to offensive language or offered any incentive as an inducement to answer
any questions.
4.5.1.7 Record. A complete record of any interrogation shall be made,
and if a transcript of such interrogation is made, the firefighter under investigation shall
be entitled to a copy without charge. Such record may be electronically recorded.
4.5.1.8 Representation. An employee or officer of the County may
represent the County, and the Union may represent any member of the bargaining unit
desiring such representation in any proceeding in which an interrogation is to take
place. The presence of a representative of the Union during interrogations shall be
permitted if the bargaining unit member to be interrogated so requests.
4.5.2 ADDlication. The procedures in 4.5.1 shall be applicable only to a formal
investigation of a bargaining unit member and shall not apply to an informal inquiry
involving the member.
4.6 Emergencv SusDension or Transfer. In a situation where the County
Administrator or his or her designee reasonably determines that an emergency exists
which could be harmful to the health, safety, or welfare of any person, and that an
employee should be temporarily suspended from duty not to exceed a ninety (90) day
term or transferred to another duty assignment pending scheduling a pre-
determination hearing, the County Administrator or his or her designee shall
immediately notify the Union president and the employee of such determination, and
shall immediately document that determination in writing to the employee and provide
the Union president with a copy.
ARTICLE 5: GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
5.1 Purpose. Grievance procedures are provided to (a) promote improved employer-
employee relations by establishing procedures for resolution of issues for which appeal
or hearing is not provided for elsewhere in this Agreement; (b) afford employeesl
individually or through the Union, a systematic means of obtaining further
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
considerations of problems after every other reasonable effort to resolve them through
discussion has failed; (c) provide for settlement of issues as near as possible to the
point of origin; and (d) to provide that issues shall be heard and settled as informally
as possible. Any complaint, grievance or dispute arising under and during the term of
this Agreement involving questions of the interpretation or application of any provision
of this Agreement shall be processed through the grievance-arbitration procedure of
this Agreement, except that claims of unlawful discrimination or retaliation shall not be
processed through this grievance-arbitration procedure. In addition, the Union, on
behalf of bargaining unit members, expressly waives the right of any bargaining unit
member to utilize the procedures of the Career Service Council Act concerning any
matter covered by this Agreement, including but not limited to claims of improper
disciplinary actions and adverse actions such as transfers, demotions, suspensions or
terminations. Bargaining unit members must submit any such disputes to the
grievance-arbitration procedure herein, with the exception of claims of unlawful
discrimination or unlawful retaliation, which must be submitted through procedures
established by laws prohibiting discrimination or retaliation in employment.
5.2 Exclusive Proceeding. A grievant initiating and utilizing the procedures set forth
in this Article is precluded by law from availing himself or herself of any procedures or
remedies provided through any unfair labor procedure or the County's career service
law.
5.3 Initiation of Grievance. All grievances initiated under this Agreement shall be in
writing and shall, as a minimum, contain (i) a statement, as complete as possible under
the circumstances, of the grievance and the facts upon which it is based, including the
dates, times, locations, names of witnesses, and other information appropriate to the
grievance; (ii) the section or sections of this Agreement claimed by the grievant to
have been violated; and (iii) the remedy or corrective action requested by the grievant.
If a grievance form has been adopted by the County, that form shall be utilized in
initiating and submitting a grievance.
5.4 Grievance SteDs. The County and Union agree that all grievances should be
dealt with promptly and efficiently, and every reasonable effort must be made to settle
a grievance as close to the source as possible.
5.4.1 SteD One. Within fifteen (15) calendar days of the incident being
grieved, the Union or the affected employee may, in the presence of a Union
representative, submit a grievance in writing through the Union to the employee's
immediate supervisor.
5.4.1.1 Immediate SUDervisor. The original copy of the completed
form shall be delivered to the employee's immediate supervisor, and a copy shall be
delivered to the Union representative. The immediate supervisor shall attempt to
resolve the grievance at that time by attempting to fully discuss the matter with the
employee in a fair and equitable manner and in accordance with the established policy
of the County. The immediate supervisor's decision shall be rendered in writing within
seven (7) work days of receipt of the grievance.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
5.4.1.2 Aareed Resolution. If the employee or the Union agrees with
the decision of the immediate supervisor, he or she or the Union shall sign the
Grievance Form acknowledging his or her agreement, and the original, signed form
shall be submitted to the Human Resources Director for placement with the employees
employment records. l'Jo further action on the part of the County shall be required.
5.4.1.3 No Resolution. If the employee or the Union does not agree
with the decision of the immediate supervisor, he or she or the Union shall sign the
original Grievance Form acknowledging his or her disagreement and immediately notify
the Union in writing. The original, signed form shall be submitted by the employee or
the Union to the Fire Chief within seven (7) work days of the decision of the immediate
supervisor.
5.4.2 Step Two. The Fire Chief or authorized agent shall make such inquiry
concerning the grievance as he or she shall deem appropriate, and shall render a
written decision within seven (7) work days of receipt of the immediate supervisor's
decision.
5.4.2.1 Aareed Resolution. If the employee or the Union agrees with
the decision of the Fire Chief or Fire Chief's authorized agent, he or she or the Union
shall sign the Grievance Form acknowledging his or her agreement, and the original,
signed form shall be submitted to the Human Resources Director for placement with
the employee's employment records. No further action on the part of the County shall
be required.
5.4.2.2 No Resolution. If the employee or the Union does not agree
with the decision of the Fire Chief or the authorized agent, he or she or the Union shall
sign the original Grievance Form acknowledging his or her disagreement, and
immediately notify the Union in writing. The original, signed form shall be submitted
by the employee or the Union to the County Administrator within seven (7) work days
of the decision by the Fire Chief or authorized agent.
5.4.3 Steo Three. The County Administrator or his or her authorized agent
shall make such inquiry concerning the grievance as he or she shall deem appropriate,
and shall render a written decision within ten (10) work days of receipt of the Fire
Chief's, or Fire Chief's authorized agent's, decision.
5.4.3.1 Aareed Resolution. If the employee or the Union agrees with
the decision of the County Administrator, he or she or the Union shall sign the
Grievance Form acknowledging his or her agreement, and the original, signed form
shall be submitted to the Human Resources Director for placement with the employees
employment records. No further action on the part of the County shall be required.
5.4.3.2 No Resolution. If the employee or the Union does not agree
with the decision of the County Administrator or his or her authorized agent, the
employee or the Union shall sign the original Grievance Form acknowledging his or her
disagreement, and the original, signed form shall be submitted by the employee orthe
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
Union to the Human Resources Director within seven (7) work days from the date of
the decision by the County Administrator or his or her authorized agent. The employee
shall also submit a copy of the Grievance form to the Union, and the Union may initiate
proceedings with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services (FMCS) as provided
for in Section 5.11 of this Article.
5.5 Immediate DisDute Resolution. If a dispute involves the interpretation or
application of this Agreement that has an imminent, substantial effect on the Union
itself or upon five (5) or more Union members, either the County or the Union may
request waiver of Step 1 and Step 2 in the grievance procedure, whereupon both the
County and Union will proceed to immediate discussions at Step 3. Such discussions
shall commence within twenty-four (24) hours, during a work week, after notification
to the other party and shall continue for not more than seven (7) work days. If the
dispute is not resolved during this time frame, the Union may initiate proceedings with
the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services (FMCS) as provided in Section 5.11 of
this Article.
~6 Extension of Time. At any stage during the grievance process, the County and
the Union may mutually agree to extend the time limits specified in the grievance
procedure. In computing time limits under this Article, Saturdays, Sundays, and
Holidays shall not be counted. For purposes of this Article, the Term "working daysll or
"work day" is defined as Monday through Friday, and each day thereof.
5.7 Timeliness. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to in writing by the County and
the Union, a grievance not advanced to the next step in the grievance procedure shall
be deemed to have been permanently withdrawn and as having been settled on the
basis of the decision most recently given. Failure of the County's representative to
answer within the time limit set forth in any step of the procedure, unless an extension
of time has been mutually agreed to in writing by the Union and the County, will entitle
the grievant to proceed to the next step.
5.8 Consolidation of Grievances. Either the County or the Union may consolidate
at any step grievances on similar issues or disputes.
5.9 Emplovee's ReDresentative. The County and Union agree that nothing in this
Agreement shall be construed to prevent any public employee from presenting, at any
time, his or her own grievance in person to the County and having such grievance
resolved without the intervention of the Union, provided that the resolution is not
inconsistent with the provisions of this Agreement. The Union will be given reasonable
opportunity to have a representative present, for observation purposes only, at any
meeting called for the resolution of the grievance. No grievant shall have the right to
initiate proceedings with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services, as this right is
reserved exclusively to the Union.
5.10 Grievance Not To Be Heard Outside Of Procedures. The Union and County
agree that no County Commissioner nor the County Administrator shall be approached,
contacted, notified either verbally or in writing, or otherwise apprised of the pendency
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
of a grievance by the grievant, Union officer, Union member, or employee covered by
the Union as bargaining agent, when the purpose is to have the County Commissioner
or the County Administrator intervene in the grievance proceeding at any level. Upon
due proof of a violation of this provision, the individual or individuals determined to
have committed the violation shall be disciplined. Nothing in this Section 5.10 shall be
interpreted, applied, or deemed to be applied in such a way as to interfere with, limit,
or otherwise abridge any employee's right to freedom of speech as such right is defined
or interpreted by the federal or Florida constitution or federal or state law.
5.11 Federal Mediation And Conciliation Service Arbitration (FMCS1.
5.11.1 Intent To Proceed. The determination to proceed under this Section
shall be only by the Union or the County. Within seven (7) working days after the
decision by the County Administrator or his designee as provided for in Section 5.4.3.2,
or pursuant to Section 5.5, either the County or the Union shall announce its intention
to proceed to arbitration by providing the other party with a copy of the FMCS Form
requesting appointment of arbitrators.
5.11.2 Selection of Arbitrator. Selection of an arbitrator will take place
according to the rules and procedures of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation
Service. As promptly as possible after the arbitrator has been selected, the arbitrator
shall conduct a hearing between the parties and consider the subject matter of the
grievance. The arbitrator will be requested to serve his decision upon the County and
the Union within 30 days of the close of the hearing.
5.11.3 Payment of Exoenses. The expenses of the arbitrator shall be paid by
the party losing the award. If a grievance presents more than one (1) issue, or if the
arbitrator splits an award between the parties, the arbitrator in the award shall decide
the division of the arbitrator's fee.
5.11.4 Party's Costs. Each party shall be exclusively responsible for
compensating its own representative(s) and witnesses. If a court reporter or verbatim
record of the proceeding is desired, and the County and the Union do not otherwise
agree in writing, the expenses of the reporter and the cost of the transcript shall be
paid by the party requesting such reporter or transcript.
5.11.5 Limitation on Arbitrator. The power and authority of the arbitrator
shall be strictly limited to determination and interpretation of the express terms of this
Agreement, and the arbitrator shall not have the power to add to, subtract from,
modify, or alter the express terms of this Agreement. The decision of the arbitrator is
final and binding on both parties. No decision of any arbitrator or of the county in one
instance shall create a basis for retroactive adjustments with reference to any prior
occurrences not a part of the grievance, unless otherwise agreed by both parties.
5.11.6 Limitation on Back Waaes. All awards for back wages shall be limited
to the amount of wages, benefits and seniority that the grievant otherwise would have
earned from the County, less any unemployment compensation and other sums
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
received either directly or indirectly through the County during the period for which
back pay was awarded.
ARTICLE 6: SENIORITY, LAYOFFS, RECALL.
.6.-1 Seniority Apolication. Classification seniority shall be used for determining
station assignments, as appropriate and consistent with the County's management
rights. Department seniority shall be used for resolving all other issues concerning
seniority, as appropriate and consistent with the County's management rights.
6.2 Seniority Determination. Classification seniority for employees within the same
classification or rank shall be based upon the individual employee's last date of
permanent hire. Department seniority for employees having the same date of
permanent hire shall be based upon the longer time in classification I e.g. when two or
more employees have the same last date of permanent hirel their relative seniority
shall be determined first by their time in the highest attained classification or rankl and
if this factor is equal for the employees involvedl then their relative seniority shall be
determined by lot.
6.3 Loss of Seniority. An employee shall lose his or her status as an employee and
his or her classification seniority, rankl and department seniority if:
6.3.1 Resians or Ouits. The employee resigns or quits.
6.3.2 Discharaed. The employee is discharged for just cause.
6.3.3 Retirement. The employee retires and ceases to perform any services for
the County. Enrolling into the Florida Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) shall
not be considered a retirement.
6.3.4 Lay Off. The employee has been laid off for a period of time equal to his
or her department seniority at the time of the employee's layoffl or one (1) yearl
whichever is the lesser period of time.
6.4 Layoffs.
6.4.1 Order of Layoffs. At such time or times as the County may determine it
is necessary to reduce the work force of the employees represented by the Unionl the
layoff of employees shall occur in the following order and in accordance with
department seniority:
6.4.1.1 First Level. Temporary I part-timel traineel and seasonal
employees shall be the first level of staffing to be laid off.
6.4.1.2 Second Level. Probationary hires and non-permanent full-time
employees shall be the second level of staffing to be laid off.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
6.4.1.3 Third Level. Full-time permanent employees shall be the third
level of staffing to be laid off.
6.4.2 Permanent Emplovee Lavoffs.
6.4.2.1 Basis. Permanent employees shall be laid off on the basis of their
seniority classification within the classification or rank.
6.4.2.2 Manaaement Riaht. Classifications or ranks to be reduced in
number of employees through layoffs shall be determined by the County in the
exercise of its management rights.
6.4.3 "Bumoina" RiGhts.
6.4.3.1 Within Deoartment. Employees who are represented by the
Union and who are properly laid off shall not have bumping rights to any other
department or division of the County.
6.4.3.2 Union Positions Exclusive. Employees who are laid off from
any other department or division of the County shall not have bumping rights to any
position represented by the Union.
6.4.3.3 Rankina Order. For purposes of bumping rights within class title
of employees covered by this Agreement the last employee hired is the first employee
out.
6.4.3.4 Bumoing Down. When an employee above the rank or
classification of Airport Rescue Firefighter is notified he or she is to be laid off, he or
she shall have the right to bump down to the next lower rank. If the employee elects
to bump down, the least senior employee in seniority classification in the next lowest
rank shall either be laid off or have the right to bump down, and this procedure shall be
followed on down until the least senior employee in seniority classification has been
reached, and this person shall be laid off.
6.4.4 Notice of Lavoffs. Upon the determination of the intent to reorganize
staffing levels resulting in one or more employee layoffs, the County Administrator
shall advise the Union president of the determination in writing as soon as practical.
Any employee identified to be laid off shall be notified in writing of the reason or
reasons for the layoff and the effective date of the layoff. Such written notice shall be
given to the employee at least sixty (60) days prior to the effective date of the layoff.
The notice shaH be considered delivered as of the day it is hand-delivered to the
employee or as of the day it is placed in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, and
addressed to the employee's address as shown current in the employee's personnel
file.
6.4.5 Recall. The County shall establish a two (2) year rehire list when any
layoff occurs. Such list shall contain the name and classification or rank of the
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BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS Of MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
employees who were laid off, with the names listed in order of seniority within the
classification or rank. No person who is not on the rehire list may be hired until the
rehire list is exhausted.
6.4.6 Rehire. When rehire occurs, the County shall refill the job within each
classification or rank with the qualified individual who is next on the recall seniority list.
Should no qualified individual on the rehire list accept the rehire offer, the County shall
be free to hire any qualified individual in accordance with County hiring policies. Rehire
notices shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt request, to the listed employee,
allowing seven (7) calendar days after receipt for acceptance or rejection of the rehire
offer.
6.4.7 Rehire Oualifications. Any person laid off and subsequently rehired
within six months of the date of layoff shall be considered to be qualified for the
classification or rank to which rehired, provided any certification for the position
required by the State of Florida is in full force and effect. Individuals who are rehired
after six months of layoff shall be required to successfully pass a position-related
medical examination and show compliance with all State of Florida certification
requirements.
ARTICLE 7: CERTIFICATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING
7.1 Firefighters. The County/s goal is to employ individuals to perform firefighting
duties who possess a current, valid minimum standards certificate of compliance issued
to that individual in accordance with the provisions of Section 633.34 and Section
633.35, Florida Statutes, and applicable provisions of the Florida Administrative Code.
7.1.1 FirefiGhter Trainees. The County may, on a case by case basis,
temporarily employ an individual to perform firefighting duties who does not possess
the minimum standards certificate of compliance. Such individual shall be classified as
a l'trainee", and shall be paid a base salary equal to ninety percent (900/0) of the base
salary of an entry-level firefighterjEMT.
7.1.2 Temoorarv EmDlovment. A trainee shall be temporarily employed for a
period not to exceed one year. During temporary employment, the County may, but is
not obligated to, provide the opportunity for the trainee to attend a minimum
standards firefighting academy at the County/s expense. Upon obtaining the minimum
standards certificate of compliance, the trainee shall become a regular employee, shall
be paid at the base salary rate of an entry-level FirefighterjEMT, and shall begin the
probationary period of employment.
7.1.3 Termination of Emolovment. The employment of a trainee who fails to
receive the minimum standards certificate of compliance shall not be continued beyond
the one-year period.
7.1.4 Reoavment Aareement. Individuals for whom the County provides the
opportunity to attend a minimum standards firefighting academy at the County's
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
expense shall be required to enter into a repayment agreement. The terms and
conditions of the repayment agreement shall be substantially in the form attached to
this Agreement as EXHIBIT C.
7.1.5 Continuina Certification Training. The County shall provide those
training opportunities, both on-duty and off-duty, that are sufficient to maintain those
firefighting and EMS skills certification as minimally required by the State of Florida and
Monroe County.
7.2 Emeraencv Medical Technician {EMTl Certification. Individuals employed by
Monroe County on a temporary or regular basis to perform firefighting duties shall
possess certification by the State of Florida as an Emergency Medical Technician
pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 401, Florida Statutes, and applicable Florida
Administrative Code rules. The County shall provide those training hours, both on-duty
and off-duty, that are sufficient to maintain EMT skills certification as minimally
required by the State of Florida and Monroe County.
7.3 Paramedics. The County's ultimate goal is to provide professional fire rescue
services through the employment of firefighters who are also certified by the State of
Florida as a paramedic pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 401, Florida Statutes, and
applicable Florida Administrative Code rules.
7.3.1 Paramedic Trainees. The County may, on a case by case basis,
temporarily employ an individual to perform firefighting duties who does not possess
certification as a Paramedic. Such individual shall be classified as a "trainee", and shall
be paid a base salary equal to ninety percent (900/0) of the base salary of an entry-
level Firefighter/Paramedic.
7.3.2 Temoorarv Emoloyment. A trainee shall be temporarily employed for a
period not to exceed one year. During temporary employment, the County may, but is
not obligated to, provide the opportunity for the trainee to attend Paramedic training at
the County's expense. Upon obtaining certification as a Paramedic, the trainee shall
become a regular employee, shall be paid at the base salary rate of an entry-level
Firefighter/Paramedic, and shall begin the probationary period of employment.
7.3.3 Termination of Emplovment. The employment of a trainee who fails to
receive certification as a Paramedic shall not be continued beyond the one-year period.
7.3.4 ReDavment Aareement. Individuals for whom the County provides the
opportunity obtain certification as a Paramedic at the County's expense shall be
required to enter into a repayment agreement. The terms and conditions of the
repayment agreement shall be substantially in the form attached to this Agreement as
EXHIBIT C.
7.3.5 Continuina Certification Trainina. The County shall provide those
training hours, both on-duty and off-duty, that are sufficient to maintain those
paramedic and firefighting skills as minimally required by the State of Florida and
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BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
Monroe County.
7.4 Initial Paramedic Certification For Firefighter IEMT Employees.
7.4.1 Eli9ibility. At the discretion of the County, non-probationary regular Unit
rnembers may be provided the opportunity to become certified under Florida law as a
paramedic.
7.4.2 Scheduling and ADDroval. The Unit member, the Union, and the County
Fire Chief shall jointly discuss and agree in writing concerning the timing, conditions of
attendance, and location of training to achieve Paramedic certification. One condition
shall include a Repayment Agreement in substantially the form contained in Exhibit C.
The certification training shall be at the expense of the County.
7.5 Paramedic Certification For AirDort Personnel. Airport personnel who
maintain active paramedic certification shall receive 100/0 additional compensation at
their current step.
ARTICLE 8: SALARIES AND SUPPLEMENTS
8.1 Base Salary. Base salaries and step increases for positions covered by this
Agreement are attached hereto as EXHIBIT B, and made a part of this Agreement by
reference. On October 1 of each year of this contract, each step in the pay plan for
the bargaining unit shall receive a three percent (30/0) cost of living adjustment. Step
increases are effective on bargaining unit member's anniversary date.
8.2 State Mandated Educational.5upDlement. In accordance with the provisions
of Section 633.382, Florida Statutes, and in accordance with the provisions of Rules
69A-37.082 through 69A-37.089, Florida Administrative Code, the County shall be
responsible for, and shall pay, to eligible employees the following amounts:
8.2.1 Associate Degree. For employees holding an associate degree, the sum
of $50.00 per month, not to exceed a total of $600.00 per calendar year.
8.2.2 Bachelor Dearee. For employees holding a bachelor's degree, the sum
of $110.00 per month, not to exceed a total of $1,320.00 per year.
8.2.3 Dual Dearees. If an employee holds both an associate degree and a
bachelor's degree, the employee shall receive only the supplement for the bachelor's
degree.
8.3 Eliaibility For State Mandated Educational SupDlement. Eligibility for the
state mandated supplement shall be determined in accordance Section 633.382,
Florida Statutes, and in accordance with the provisions of Rules 69A-37.082 through
69A-37.089, Florida Administrative Code.
8.4 Base Salarv. Bargaining Group Members base salary should be compensated in
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
a level method. Base salary should be divided by the annual number of pay periods
(26 currently). Overtime and other special pay will be paid in accordance with County
payroll procedures.
8.4.1 Paramedic Certification. Members of Bargaining Unit 2 who maintain
active paramedic certification shall receive 10% additional compensation at their
current step provided their paramedic skills are subject to use on emergency scenes
within Monroe County.
8.5 Hold-Over Time. Call Back Time, and Earlv Reoortin9 Time Salarv
SUDDlements.
8.5.1 Hold Over Time. "Hold Over Time" shall mean the work time when an
employee is required to work beyond the end of his or her regularly scheduled work
shift.
8.5.2 Call Back Time. "Call Back Time" shall mean the time when, after an
employee has completed his or her normal shift and has departed the work site without
any expectation of returning to work before his or her next regularly scheduled shift,
the employee has been contacted to report for work and does in fact report for work.
Call Back Time shall commence when the employee reports to the work site and shall
end when the employee completes the work and departs from the work site. Call Back
Time shall consist of a minimum of four hours of work.
8.5.3 Earlv Reoortinq Time. "Early Reporting Time" shall mean the time an
employee is required to report to work, for a regularly scheduled work shift, at a time
earlier than the normal starting time for the regularly scheduled work shift.
8.5.4 Comoensation. Compensation for Hold Over Time, Call Back Timel and
Early Reporting Time shall be paid at the regular and overtime rates in accordance with
the calculation of the hours worked by the employee during the regular work cycle.
8.6 Overtime Pay. Overtime Pay shall be calculated at the rate of one and one-half
times the regular hourly rate of pay. Overtime Pay shall be paid for each hour worked
in excess of two hundred four (204) hours during the work cycle.
8.7 Fliaht Pay
8.7.10ualification Rate. Paramedics or Firefighter/Paramedics who are
designated as flight-qualified shall be entitled to a salary supplement equal to five
percent (5%) of his or her normal rate of pay during the time he or she is designated
as flight-qualified. Bargaining unit members who met this qualification for any period
of time between October 1, 2004 and the effective date of this contract shall be paid
retroactively for those hours for which they met the qualification.
8.7.2 Assic;Jnment Rate. Flight qualified Paramedics or Firefighter/Paramedics
assigned to a work location where he or she is designated to be a flight-medic, and
who is further assigned to an air ambulance which is subject to immediate dispatch on
a medivac mission, shall be entitled to a salary supplement equal to seven percent
(7%) of his or her normal rate of pay. This is in addition to the qualification rate in
8.7.1. Bargaining unit members who met this qualification for any period of time
between October 1, 2004 and the effective date of this contract shall be paid
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
retroactively for those hours for which they met the qualification.
8.7.3 Desianation and Trainin9. It is the right of the County from time to
time to determine the number of positions to be designated flight-qualified, to
determine the assignment locations of Paramedics or Firefighter/Paramedics who are
flight-qualified, and to determine staffing requirements for air ambulance missions. It
is the responsibility of the individual Paramedic or Firefighter/Paramedic to complete all
training hours required to maintain the designation as flight-qualified. In the event
that such training hours cannot be completed during assigned duty shifts, the individual
shall be responsible for completing the necessary training hours on his or her own time
a nd at no cost to the Co u nty.
8.8 Hurricane Pay. Members of the bargaining unit shall be paid for
administrative emergency hours in the same manner as other county employees as
specified in policies in effect.
ARTICLE 9: EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
9.1. ADDlicability. The benefits listed in this Article and elsewhere in this Agreement
apply only to full-time personnel unless expressly stated otherwise.
9.2. Annual (Vacation) Leave.
9.2.1 Employees whose normal duty assignments involve shift work usually
consisting of 24 hours on-duty followed by 48 hours off-duty (as may be referred to as
a "24/48 schedule") shall earn annual leave while employed full-time by the County.
9.2.2 An employee shall commence earning annual leave beginning with the
first day of work following employment or re-employment, provided an entire pay
period is worked.
9.2.3 An employee who has had a break in employment of 60 hours or more
shall earn annual leave, upon reinstatement or re-employment, at the rate established
for newly-hired employees.
9.2.4 An employee shall earn annual leave in accordance with the following
schedule:
9.2.4.1 During the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd years of employment, annual leave
shall be earned at the rate of five (5) hours per pay-period, with the total number of
hours earned not to exceed one hundred thirty (130) hours in a calendar year.
9.2.4.2 During the 4th through 10th years of employment, annual leave
shall be earned at the rate of six and one-quarter (6.25) hours per pay-period, with the
total number of hours earned not to exceed one hundred sixty-two and one-half
(162.5) hours in a calendar year.
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
9.2.4.3 During the 11th through 15th years of employment, annual leave
shall be earned at the rate of seven and one-half (7.5) hours per pay-period, with the
total number of hours earned not to exceed one hundred ninety-five (195) hours in a
calendar year.
9.2.4.4 During the 16th year of employment and for each year thereafter,
annual leave shall be earned at the rate of eight and three-quarters (8.75) hours per
pay-period, with the total number of hours earned not to exceed two hundred twenty-
seven and one-half (227.5) hours in a calendar year.
9.2.5 The application, administration and interpretation of annual leave benefits
shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of Monroe County Administrative
Procedures and any addenda thereto, as may be amended from time to time. Any
provision of the Administrative Procedures or any addenda which is in direct conflict
with any provision in this Agreement is superseded by this Agreement to the extent of
such conflict.
9.3. Sick Leave.
9.3.1 Employees whose normal duty assignments involve shift work usually
consisting of 24 hours on-duty followed by 48 hours off-duty (as may be referred to as
a 1124/48 schedule") shall earn sick leave while employed full-time by the County.
9.3.2 An employee shall commence earning sick leave beginning with the
second pay period following employment or re-employment.
9.3.3 An employee who has had a break in employment of sixty (60) hours or
more shall earn sick leave, upon reinstatement or re-employment, at the rate
established for newly-hired employees.
9.3.4 An employee shall earn sick leave at the rate of five (5) hours per pay-
period, with the total number of hours earned not to exceed one hundred thirty (130)
hours in a calendar year.
9.3.5 An employee who has an accrued an unused sick leave balance of more
than four hundred eighty (480) as of September 30th in any year shall have the option
to either:
9.3.5.1 Receive payment for hours accrued and unused in excess of four
hundred eighty (480) hours, multiplied by the employee's then current rate of pay as
of September 30th of that year; provided, however, that the total number of hours for
which payment is received shall not exceed fifty-two (52) in any year.
9.3.5.2 Elect to have the excess hours remain as accrued and unused,
provided the employee notifies the Personnel Office by September 1st that the
employee is foregoing payment for the excess hours.
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
9.3.6 An eligible employee may enroll in and receive the benefits of the Monroe
County Sick Leave Pool. Enrollment procedures and rules for the operation of the Sick
Leave Pool are found in Monroe County Administrative Instruction 4702, as amended
from time to time, and these procedures and rules shall be used in the administration
of the Sick Leave Pool program.
9.3.7 The application, administration and interpretation of sick leave benefits
shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of Monroe County Administrative
Procedures and any addenda thereto, as may be amended from time to time. Any
provision of the Administrative Procedures or any addenda which is in direct conflict
with any provision in this Agreement is superseded by this Agreement to the extent of
such conflict.
~~.. Holidav Leave.
9.4.1 The County has recognized certain days to be holidays, during which
most County offices are normally closed. The County and Union agree that the
County's firefighting and emergency rescue services are, and shall be, available during
holidays, and that some bargaining unit members will be required to work during
designated holiday periods.
9.4.2 The application, administration and interpretation of holiday leave
benefits shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of Monroe County
Personnel Policies and Procedures and any addenda thereto, as may be amended from
time to time. Any provision of the Personnel Policy and Procedures or any addenda
which is in direct conflict with any provision in this Agreement is superseded by this
Agreement to the extent of such conflict.
9.5. Uniform And Personal Gear: Maintenance. The County and Union agree that
certain uniform and protective equipment shall be supplied and/or maintained by the
County under the following terms and conditions:
9.5.1 Uniforms, Initial Issuance. The County agrees to issue to each Unit
member the following uniform items:
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER ISSUED
Shirt, Long Sleeve, White, w/lnsignia Two
Shirt, Short Sleeve, White, Two
wjlnsignia
Shirt, T, wjlnsignia Five
Suit, Jump, w/lnsignia One
Coat, Rain One
Jacket, wjlnsignia One
Pants Two
Shirt, Polo, Grey, wjlnsignia Two
Badge One
Name Tag One
Station Shoes/Boots One Pair
9.5.2 Uniforms. ReDlacement. Any uniform item which, as determined by the
County, has been destroyed, damaged beyond economical repair, or which is otherwise
unusable or unsightly due to wear and tear shall be replaced by the County at the
County's expense.
9.5.3 Uniforms. Maintenance. The County agrees to provide at each work
site a clothes washer and clothes dryer for use by Unit members to clean and dry
issued items of uniform clothing.
9.5.4 Uniforms. Class A. At such time as the County adopts a Class A
(Formal) uniform for fire/rescue personnel, the County shall issue one Class A uniform
to each Unit member who has been a Unit member for three or more consecutive years
of service.
9.5.4.1 The uniform shall be owned by the County, and upon termination,
other than retirement, from employment a Unit member shall return the issued Class A
uniform to the County, or shall pay to the County the full cost of replacement of the
uniform.
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
9.5.4.2 Any Unit member to whom a Class A uniform has been issued,
and who retires from service while still a Unit member, shall be entitled, upon his or
her request, to retain the Class A uniform as his or her property.
9.5.5 Footwear. ADproved. The County shall have the right to designate the
type, model, and supplier of footwear (station shoes/boots) to be worn by Unit
members while performing services for the County. Only the purchase of approved
footwear shall entitle the Unit member to reimbursement as provided below.
9.5.6 Footwear. Reimbursement. A Unit member shall be entitled to
reimbursement in an amount up to Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00) each odd-
numbered year for the purchase of approved footwear to be used by the Unit member
while performing services for the County. The Unit member shall submit sales receipts
in form suitable to the County showing the date, item purchased, and total amount to
be reimbursed, and reimbursement shall be processed and payment made in
accordance with the County's usual practices and procedures.
9.5.7 Footwear. SUDDlier Contract. In the event that the County enters into
an agreement with any entity to be a footwear supplier to the County for purposes of
providing footwear to Unit membersr the procedures put into place by the County
pursuant to the contract shall be the approved method for acquiring footwear by Unit
members.
9.5.8 Personal Protective Gear. Issuance. The County agrees to issue to
each Unit member the following personal protective gear:
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER ISSUED
Coat, Bunker One
Pants! Bunker One
Boots, Protective One Pair
Gloves, Protective One Pair
Hood, Fire Resistant One
Helmet, Fire One
Suspenders, Pants One Pair
Bag! Mask One
Mask, MSA, Complete One
Pack, Fanny One
Sleeves, Protective One Pair
Glasses, Safety One Pair
Shears, Trauma One Pair
9.5.9 Personal Protective Gear. ReDlacement. Any item of personal
protective gear which, as determined by the County, has been destroyed, damaged
beyond economical repair, or which is otherwise unusable or unsightly due to wear and
tear shall be replaced by the County at the County's expense.
9.5.10 Personal Protective Gear. Maintenance. The County agrees to clean
and repair a Unit member's Items of personal protective gear at such times as may be
deemed necessary from time to time by appropriate supervisory personnel.
9.6. Health And Medical Coveraae. The County agrees to provide to Unit members
coverage under a Medical Insurance Plan, a Pharmaceutical Co-Pay Plan, an Employee
Assistance Plan, and make available to Unit members a Payroll Deduction Plan for
Vision and Dental Services. These plans shall be offered under the same terms!
condItions, and limitations as offered to other County employees, as amended or
changed from time to time.
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AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
9.7. Life Insurance. The County agrees to provide life insurance coverage for each
Unit member in the amount of Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000.00) at no premium
cost to the Unit member. Such coverage shall be of the type provided to other County
employees and shall be with such underwriter or underwriters as the County may
select from time to time.
9.8. Phvsical/Medical Examinations
9.8.1 The County and Union agree that, among other considerations, eligibility
of bargaining unit employees to receive certain presumptions and entitlements relative
to communicable diseases, disability, and other benefits requires a physical/medical
examination of the employee had been conducted prior to the occurrence of the event
or condition upon which the presumption or entitlement is based. Additionally, a
physical/medical examination evincing good physical condition is required by Section
633.34, Florida Statutes, as a pre-condition of employment as a firefighter. The
County and Union further agree that physical/medical examinations for bargaining unit
employees in addition to "post-offer, pre-employment" physical/medical examinations
is warranted by the nature of the bargaining unit members' duties.
9.8.2 Initial Phvsical/Medical Examination. The County agrees to provide a
post-offer of employment physical examination to an applicant to be hired for a
position included in the bargaining unit. The physical examination shall be
administered in accordance with applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities
Act ("ADA") and appropriate Monroe County Personnel Policies and Procedures and
addenda thereto. The cost of the physical examination shall be paid for by the County,
and the minimal scope, content and documentation of the physical examination shall be
in accordance with the requirements of the Division of State Fire Marshal, Bureau of
Fire Standards and Training.
9.8.3 Periodic In-Service Phvsical/Medical Examination. The County
agrees to provide a physical/medical examination to each full-time employee covered
by this Agreement at such times and in such extent as provided for in Section 2-4,
Chapter 2, of Standard 1582 Edition 2000 of the National Fire Protection Association,
entitled Medical Requirements for Firefighters and Information for Fire Department
Physicians. The County will use its good faith efforts to schedule the physical/medical
examination for an employee during the 30 days immediately prior to, or the 30 days
immediately after, the employee's hire anniversary date; however, it shall also be the
responsibility of the employee to make appropriate notification to the County of the
need for the scheduling of the physical\medical examination. The failure of the County
to meet this general scheduling requirement for physical\medical examinations shall
not be subject to the grievance procedures provided for elsewhere in this Agreement.
The cost of the physical\medical examination shall be paid for by the County. Failure
of current (as of October 1, 2005) employees to comply with Category A criteria will
not automatically disqualify them from their position but a decision will be made based
on safety issues and performance of the employee.
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9.8.4 Special Incident Phvsical Examination. The County agrees to provide
a physical\medical examination to any full-time employee who has been exposed to an
infectious or contagious disease while in the performance of the employee's duties for
the County. Additionally, the County agrees to provide a physical\medical examination
to a full-time employee who has been involved in any incident while in the performance
of the employee's duties for the County which, as generally and commonly recognized
in the medical community, would require a physical\medical examination. The
performance of such physical\medical examination shall be within a medically
reasonable period of time after the exposure or incident, and the cost of the
physical\medical examination shall be paid for by the County.
9.8.5 Fitness For Dutv Examinations. The County shall have the right to
require an employee to undergo a physical examination or mental examination, or
both, when it appears that the employee has exhibited an action or conditions that are
readily observable to a reasonable and prudent person and which would lead such a
person to reasonably believe that the employee may not be able to fully perform his or
her duties. The cost for the examination or examinations shall be paid for by the
County, the examination or examinations shall be performed by the professional
designated by the County, and the results of the examination shall be reported in the
manner required by the County. If any applicable federal or state law shall require that
the employee who has been examined in accordance with this section provide written
consent for the release of the examination information to the County, the employee
shall provide such written consent conditioned upon the County maintaining the
confidentiality of the information received and the County shall only release the
information as required by federal or Florida law or by lawful order issued by a court or
administrative tribunal having competent authority to issue such an order.
9.8.6 Documentation of Phvsical/Medical Examinations. For
physical/medical examinations administered in accordance with Sections 9.8.2 and
9.8.3 above, the documentation of the physical/medical examination shall be provided
to the County on Forms identified as Figure E-1, NFPA Physical Exam Summary (2000
Edition) and Figure E-2, NFPA Medical Examination Form (2000 Edition). The minimal
requirements for reporting shall include a complete medical history and general
physical examination; urine drug screen for all drugs identified by the County from
time to time in accordance with state statute; complete blood screen as identified by
the County from time to time in accordance with state statute; chemistry and lipid
profile; audiogram, 12-lead electrocardiogram with interpretation and report; chest x-
ray, and treadmill stress testing.
9.9. Firefi9hter Death Benefits
9.9.1 Florida Law. Section 112.191, Florida Statutes, requires the County to
provide certain benefits to a firefighter, the firefighter's surviving spouse, and any
surviving children of a firefighter who dies, is killed, or suffers a catastrophic injury
under conditions specified in Section 112.191.
9.9.2 Amounts. The amounts to be paid by the County under this law range
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from $50,000 to $150,000 per firefighter, with such amounts subject to adjustment as
determined by the State Fire Marshal, and such payments shall be in addition to any
worker's compensation and pension benefits. Additionally, the County will pay the
entire health insurance plan premium for the firefighter and his or her spouse and
children under the conditions specified in Section 112.191.
9.9.3 Budaetina. The County agrees to budget each year for the anticipated
costs of providing the benefits under Section 112.191. The amount of reserves,
insurance expenses and other costs related to the benefits to be provided shall be in
such amounts to be solely determined in good faith by the County. Additionally, the
County shall have the right to provide for the payment of these benefits through self-
insurance, appropriate insuring policies, or a combination thereof. The cost of any
insurance premiums shall be paid by the County.
9.9.4 Applicable Rules. The provisions of Section 9.8 shall be administered
consistent with the provisions contained in Rules 69A-64.001 through 69A-64.00S,
Florida Administrative Code.
9.10. Florida Retirement System Contributions.
9.10.1 Florida Law. All full-time employees of the County are required to
participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Bargaining unit members are
classified as "special risk" employees under the FRS, which requires the County to
make contributions to the FRS on a higher percentage basis than for regular members
of the FRS.
9.10.2 Budaeting. The County agrees to budget each year for the anticipated
total amount of contributions to be made to the FRS on account of the bargaining unit
members.
9.10.3 No Member Contribution. Bargaining unit members shall not be
required or obligated to contribute any sums to the FRS; provided, however, that if in
the future the state law changes in this regard, this provision of the Agreement shall be
automatically amended to conform with the statutory provisions.
9.11. Educational EXDense Reimbursement.
9.11.1 General. The County agrees to reimburse employees for educational
expenses incurred by the employee under the following terms and conditions:
9.11.1.1 Eligibilitv. The employee must have been employed full-time
by the County for at least one year immediately prior to applying for reimbursement,
and the employee must not be in an initial or extended probationary status.
9.11.1.2 Prohibitions. The employee shall not utilize any space,
personnel, equipment or supplies provided by the County in the process of fulfilling any
of the requirements of the coursework for which the employee is being reimbursed.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
9.11.1.3 New Coursework. The coursework must not be duplicative of
any coursework for which the employee has been previously reimbursed by the
County, unless required by Section 7.1.5.
9.11.2 Administration. The application, administration and interpretation of
educational reimbursement benefits, and the amounts to be paid, shall be in
accordance with the applicable provisions of Monroe County Personnel Policies and
Procedures and any addenda thereto, as may be amended from time to time. Any
provision of the Policies and Procedures or of any addenda which is in direct conflict
with any provision in this Agreement is superseded by this Agreement to the extent of
such conflict.
9.12 Communicable Disease Immunization.
9.12.1 Acknowledament of Risk. The County and Union agree that the
bargaining unit members run a high risk of occupational exposure to hepatitis,
meningococcal meningitis, and tuberculosis, and the County should provide such
immunizations and keep records thereof.
9.12.2 Records and Notification. The County shall maintain a record of any
known or reasonably suspected exposure of a bargaining unit member to the diseases
described in Section 9.12.6, and the County shall immediately notify the employee of
such exposure.
9.12.3 Member to Report. Each bargaining unit member who has knowledge
of known or suspected occupational exposure to the diseases described in Section
9.12.6 shall immediately file a report of the incident to the appropriate supervisory
person nel.
9.12.4 Immunization. Each bargaining unit member shall be inoculated
against hepatitis upon employment or as may be medically required in order to have
current immunization against hepatitis. The County shall pay for the costs of such
immunization. An employee may refuse immunization but he/she must sign a release
if he/she does not Rave avail him/herself of the immunization opportunity.
9.12.5 Future Circumstances; Reauirements. Whenever any standard,
medically recognized vaccine or other form of immunization or prophylaxis exists for
the prevention of a communicable disease recognized in Section 112.181, Florida
Statutes, the County may require bargaining unit members to undergo the
immunization or prophylaxis; provided, such immunization or prophylaxis is medically
indicated in the given circumstances pursuant to immunization policies established by
the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the United States Public Health
Service and the employee's physician has not determined in writing that the
immunization or prophylaxis would pose a significant risk to the employee/s health.
9.12.6 Required Screenina For Statutory PresumDtions.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
9.12.6.1 Florida Law. Section 112.18 and Section 112.181, Florida
Statutes, provides that, under certain conditions, specified illnesses and injuries shall
be presumed by law to have been accidental and to have been suffered in the line of
duty, provided a medical examination had been previously conducted upon the
employee or the employee has executed a written affidavit as provided in Section
92.50, Florida Statutes.
9.12.6.2 Screeninas And Affidavits. The County agrees to provide the
medical screenings, as part of the physical and medical examinations provided for in
Section 9.8 of this Agreement.
9.13 Public Records ExemDtions.
9.13.1 Florida Law. Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, provides protections
against certain information being available to the public under the Florida Public
Records law.
9.13.2 ExemDt Information. The County and Union agree that, to the fullest
extent allowed by law, all information protected by Chapter 119, Florida Statutes is
exempt from inspection under Section 119.01, Florida Statutes.
9.13.3 Protection of ExemDtion. The County agrees that, when any request is
received under the Florida Public Records law to inspect any record maintained by the
County relating to a member of the bargaining unit, the County will take such steps as
arf' reasonably required to redact, omit, cover up, or otherwise eliminate from the
records to be inspected such information as is listed in Section 9.12.2.
9.14 Workers' Compensation Premiums.
9.14.1 Coverage and Benefits. All full-time Unit member employees of the
County are participants in the Florida Workers' Compensation program and are entitled
to receive such coverage and benefits as provided by the Florida Workers'
Compensation law.
9.14.2 Budgetina. The County agrees to budget each year for the anticipated
total amount of claims and excess insurance premiums to be paid for workers'
compensation coverage of, and payments on behalf of, the bargaining unit members.
9.14.3 No Member Contribution. Bargaining unit members shall not be
required or obligated to contribute any sums towards workers' compensation insurance
premiums; provided, however, that if in the future the state law changes in this regard,
this provision of the Agreement shall be automatically amended to conform with the
statutory provisions.
9.15 Unemolovment ComDensation Benefits.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
9.15.1 Florida Law. In general, employees of the County are entitled to the
rights and benefits provided by the Florida Unemployment Compensation law.
9.15.2 Budaetina. The County is a "reimbursable employer" under the law,
and agrees to pay each year the total amount of unemployment benefits to be repaid
to the State of Florida for unemployment compensation benefits payable to or on
account of bargaining unit members.
9.15.3 No Member Contribution. Bargaining unit members shall not be
required or obligated to contribute any sums as contributions towards unemployment
compensation benefits; provided, however, that if in the future the state law changes
in this regard, this provision of the Agreement shall be automatically amended to
conform with the statutory provisions.
9.16 Federal Government Contributions.
9.16.1 FICA and Medicare. The County agrees to remit to the federal
government on a timely basis all amounts owed as the employer's portion of FICA and
Medicare contributions attributable to the employment by the County of each Unit
member.
9.16.2 Emolovee Withholdino. The County agrees to deduct from each Unit
member's salary and wages all amounts owed by the employee to the federal
government for the employee's share of FICA and MediCare contributions, and
withholding and forwarding of federal income tax obligations.
9.17 Savings Bond Deductions. The County agrees to provide the opportunity to
Unit members and employees to participate in a Savings Bond program through a
payroll deduction plan. The program shall be administered by the County in
accordance with its standard practices, as may be amended from to time.
9.18 Direct DeDosit Pavroll Ootion. The County agrees to provide a program for
direct deposit of a Union member's and employee's pay into a financial institution of
the Unit member's or employee's choice, consistent with the policies and practices of
the County, as may be amended from time to time.
9.19 Years-of-Service Award Proaram. The County agrees to provide an award
program to recognize employees who have been employed by the County for five years
or more, and this program shall be administered as provided in Section 2-15.6, Monroe
County Code, as amended from time to time.
ARTICLE X: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS.
10. Term of Aareement; Effective Date.
10.1 Term. The term of this Agreement shall be for a period of three (3) years,
commencing at 12:01 A.M. on October 1, 2005, and ending on September 30,2008, at
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
11 :59 P.M.
10.2 This Agreement shall remain in full force and effect during any negotiations
and shall continue in full force and effect until such time as a new agreement is
reached or imposed.
10.3 Reooener. By mutual consent this contract can be reopened with thirty
(30) days notice to discuss specific issues which shall be agreed upon mutually by both
parties prior to commencement of negotiation. In year 2 this contract can be
reopened for year 3 of the contract for the purpose of discussing an additional Kelly
Day.
11. Bargainina Unit Work Securitv. During the term of this Agreement, the
Employer shall not assign or delegate out bargaining unit work in any manner
whatsoever. In particular, the County agrees that fire suppression (combat), rescue,
fire prevention emergency medical services, administrative services and other Fire/EMS
or Airport Fire/Rescue Department related services and functions shall not be assigned
or delegated out in any manner, to private or public entities. This article does not
apply to fire suppression, rescue or emergency medical services that are currently
provided by volunteer fire companies registered as nonprofit corporations within the
State of Florida; however, no expansion or any type or kind beyond the current fire
district/zone/area of each volunteer fire company that is currently under contract to
Monroe County is permissible under this article. This does not preclude services
covered under mutual aid agreements or services needed in the event of catastrophic
events that impacts bargaining units ability to provide staffing for services. -
12. Construction. This Agreement and the terms hereof shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Florida and venue for all actions in a court of
competent jurisdiction shall lie in Monroe County, Florida.
13. Severabilitv. Should any word, phrase or provision of this Agreement be
declared illegal or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such declaration of
illegality and/or invalidity shall not affect the remainder hereof.
14. Entire Aareement. No statements, representations, or warranties, whether
written or oral or from whatever source arising, that were made or alleged to have
been made in the negotiation of this Agreement, or alleged as being an inducement by
or to either the County or the Union to enter into this Agreement, shall have any
validity between the County and the Union or be binding on either the County or the
Union, unless such statement, representation, or warranty is expressly written into this
Agreement.
15. Caotions And ParaaraDh Headings. Captions and paragraph headings
contained in this Agreement are for convenience and reference only and in noway
define, describe, extend or limit the scope and intent of this Agreement, nor the intent
of any provision of this Agreement.
16. Exhibits.
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
16.1 Inclusion in Aareement. The Exhibits referred to in, and attached to,
this Agreement shall be incorporated into this Agreement and be a part of this
Agreement.
16.2 Additional Exhibits: Amendment of Exhibits. The County and Union
agree that one or more additional Exhibits may be added to this Agreement, and that
any Exhibit to this Agreement may be amended, changed, or supplemented from time
to time, provided that such addition, change, amendment, or supplement shall be
accepted and approved by both the Union members and the County consistent with the
procedures for ratification and approval of agreements provided for in Chapter 447,
Florida Statutes, and further provided that only the added, changed, amended, or
supplemented Exhibit need be submitted for ratification and approval.
16.3 Chanaes to Section 16.4. The list of Exhibits provided in Section 16.4 of
this Agreement shall be amended from time to time by the County to reflect any
additions, supplements, changes, or amendments ratified and adopted from time to
time as provided for in Section 16.2 of this Agreement.
16.4 List of Exhibits. The Exhibits to this Agreement are as follows:
16.4.1 Exhibit A: Union Certification Documentation.
16.4.2 Exhibit B: Base Salary And Steo Increase Chart.
16.4.3 Exhibit C: Repayment Aareement. To be added at later
date by mutual agreement.
Pursuant to Section 447.309(1), Florida Statutes, the above agreement is agreed to by
and between the bargaining agent and the chief executive officer of Monroe County.
Bargaining Aaent.
Professional Firefighters of Monroe County,
International Association of Firefighters,
Local 3909
By:
President
Date:
By:
Tom Wi
Date:
Administrator
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COLLECTIVELY BARGAINED AGREEMENT - UNIT TWO AGREEMENT
BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND THE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS OF MONROE COUNTY, IAFF LOCAL 3909
This Collectively Bargained Agreement was bargained for and agreed to in
accordance with the provisions of Chapter 447, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 286,
Florida Statutes; was submitted to the bargaining unit members and ratified by a vote
of 7 votes for the Agreement and ~ votes against the Agreement; and after
ratification was submitted to the Board of County Commissioners for action.
Baraaining Agent.
Professional Firefighters of Monroe County,
International Association of Firefighters,
Local 3909
By:
~~
President ~ A..-/
Date: ./01. 6 OS
./ /
The Board of County Commissioners, at a duly noticed and publicly held meeting at
Marathon , Monroe County, Florida, on December 21 ,200~, approved the
above Agreement by (unanimous) (majority) vote of the Board Of County
Commissioners, as follows:
VOTING FOR:
Mavbr McCov
Kayor Pro,Tem Nelson
Commissioner Neu~ent
Commissioner Rice
Comissioner Spehar
VOTING AGAINST:
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, "~!Y ';'.\~.
'Art, t1.-,::; ~f
DANN'VJ:, KO~fiAGE,
"Clerk,of\Court
"'~;."'" _:<:' :M
BY:(f]'~ _.~
Deputy tlerk
Date: ~ ~I. zooS"
BOARD OF C~TY COMMISSIONERS OF
MONROE CO , FLORIDA
By:
Mayor Cr...4...J~S 'Sp l>1'" 'I , Me.C.,.'I
Date: ~ 2./, 2.o~
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Exhibit A
APPlICATION FOR RENEWAL OF
REGISlRAllON OF PROFESSlONAL.
FIRE FIGHTERS OF UONROE
COUNlY. 1AFF LOCAL 3909
STATE OF FLORIDA
PUBUC EMPlOYEES RBATIONS COMM~ C E !V~ ~
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Don Boc:k, TII'IerIW, reprweent8tive for ~. CIIgIIr'Il'aUon.
1l1e above-named empk)yee orpRaUon tI8:I an ~ for IWI8WII of
,~bdllo!' puraattD SedlonI120.80end447.305, FQtda SbIIute8 (2004). eft JlAy28,
2005.
The Commlaaton he8 reviewed the 8pp1k:at1on for renewal of regIatrdan IInC;I aI
matBrf811 submilted In support thereof. The organtzaIIon has fuly compIed wlIh the
t'8qUirementa of SecIIone 120.80 and 447.306, florid. St8tutea. Accordll9Y. &he
~'. appIcaIcJn fer renewIII of registration Is GRANTED. RegiItratIon of the
organizalkJn shal be In ful force end 8ffec::t for 8 period of one yew fn:xn SepbMnber 24,
2005.
It Is so ordeNId.
POOLE, Chair, KOSSUTH, JR.. and VARN. Commiuianen, cxmcur.
I HH~F~Y CFR nry that this doaJrnenl waa fled and a copy IJ8I'V8d an each
party on {~u.n. t - L 2005.
( BY: (~I Ai,~ ~1. jaMJ '-
!.J ('.!,~r
The Professional Fire Fighters of Monroe County - IAFF local 3909
Unit 2
Exhibit B
Base Salary Step Increase Chart
Fiscal Year 2005-2006
HIRE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
SHIFT CAPT AINI
AIRPORT RESCUE
FF
36,802.93
38,664.96
40,527,00
42,389.03
44,251,07
46,113.10
47,975.13
49.837.17
51,699.20
53,561,24
55,423.27
BATTALION
CHIEF
49,746.63
52,263.48
54,780.32
57,297.17
59,814.02
62,330.86
64,847.71
67,364.55
69,881.40
72,398.25
74,915.09
FIRE RESCUE
CAPTAIN
41,013.57
43,088.81
45,163.65
47,238.68
49,313.72
51,388.76
53,463.80
55,538,84
57,613.87
59,688.91
61,763.95
Fiscal Year 2006-2007
SHIFT CAPT AINJ BATTALION FIRE RESCUE
AIRPORT RESCUE CHIEF CAPTAIN
FF
HIRE 37,907.02 51,239.03 42,243.98
1 39,824,91 53,831.38 44,381.47
2 41,742.81 56,423.73 46,518.56
3 43,660.70 59,016.08 48,655.84
4 45,578.60 61,608.44 50,793.13
5 47,496,49 64,200.79 52,930.42
6 49,414.39 66,793.14 55,067.71
7 51,332.28 69,385.49 57,205.01
8 53,250.18 71,977.84 59,342.29
9 55,168.07 74,570.19 61,479.58
10 57,085.97 77,162.55 63,616.87
Fiscal Year 2007-2008
SHIFT CAPT A1NI SA TTAlION FIRE RESCUE
AIRPORT RESCUE CHIEF CAPTAIN
FF
HIRE 39,044.23 52,776.20 43,511 ,30
1 41,019.66 55,446.32 45,712,92
2 42,995.09 58,116.45 47,914,12
3 44,970,52 60,786,57 50,115.52
4 46,945.96 63,456,69 52,316.93
5 48,921.39 66,126,81 54,518.34
6 50,896,82 68,796,93 56,719.75
7 52,872,25 71,467.06 58,921.16
8 54,847,68 74,137.18 61,122.55
9 56,823.12 76,807,30 63,323,96
10 58,798.55 79,477.42 65,525.37