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Proposed Change July 1, 1997 ARTICLE VIII. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE, DISCRIMINATION AND ADVERSE ACTION APPEAL Section 1. Grievance Procedure and Adverse Action Appeal - Policy In order to maintain a harmonious and cooperative relationship between the County and its employees, it is the policy of the County to provide for the settlement of problems and differences through an orderly grievance procedure. Every temporary, probationary and regular employee shall have the fight to present his problem, grievance or adverse action appeal in accordance with the established policy free from interference, coercion, restraint, discrimination, or reprisal. It is the responsibility of supervisors at all levels, consistent with authority delegated to them, to consider and take appropriate action promptly and fairly on a grievance or adverse action appeal of any employee. In adopting this policy, the County sets forth the following objectives to be attained in this program: Assure employees of a way in which they can get their problems or complaints considered rapidly, fairly, and without fear of reprisal. Encourage the employee to express himself about how the conditions of work affect him as an employee. Get better employee understanding of policies, practices, and procedures which affect them. Provide employees with assurance that actions are taken in accordance with policies. Provide a check on how policies are carded out by supervisors. Give supervisors a greater sense of responsibility in their dealings with employees. Section 2. Grievance and Adverse Action - Definitions Grievance. A claim or complaint based upon an event or condition which affects the circumstances under which an employee works, allegedly caused by misinterpretation, unfair application, or lack of established policy pertaining to employment conditions. A grievance might involve alleged safety or health hazards, unsatisfactory physical facilities, surroundings, materials or equipment, unfair or discriminatory supervisory or disciplinary practices, Unjust treatment by fellow workers, unreasonable work quotas, or any other grievance relating to conditions of employment.