§ 23.04. Responsibility of labor representatives and employees.

To ensure harmonious labor-management relations and the fair and efficient conduct of the collective bargaining process, it is essential that employees and their exclusive representatives comply with outlined procedures. Accordingly, they shall:

(1)

Conduct discussions and negotiations concerning terms and conditions of employment only with the designated representative of the city.

(2)

Submit written demands concerning desired changes in the terms and conditions of employment in accordance with a timetable to be established by the mayor and approved by the city council.

(3)

Present grievances concerning terms and conditions of employment only in accordance with procedures outlined in the collective bargaining agreements or by other grievance procedure established by administrative ordinance of this council.