Fort Worth Police Officers Agreement

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Objective of the Agreement

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Fostering effective cooperation between the City and its Officers.

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Process Used to Reach the Agreement

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Meet and Confer process.

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Authority and Recognition

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The City recognizes the Association as the sole bargaining agent for all covered Officers, excluding certain ranks and non-sworn employees.

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Chief of Police Status

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The Chief of Police is considered a general employee and has civil service protection as per TLGC Section 143.013.

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Deputy Chief and Commander Classification

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Officers appointed to deputy chief and commander are considered out of classification and covered by an executive pay plan.

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Association's Determination on Benefits

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The Association has determined that benefits for Deputy Chiefs and Commanders are favorable and reasonable under the City’s Ordinance.

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Reopening Negotiations

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The Association can reopen negotiations if the City’s Ordinance is repealed or invalidated, affecting this group of employees.

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City's Defense Obligation

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The City agrees to defend the validity of Article 1 on behalf of both parties if an action is filed against the Association and the City.

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Active Duty

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The normal performance of the duties of a sworn position in the Police Department.

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Administrative Inquiry

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An investigation by the chain of command of alleged misconduct that, if proven true, would not result in disciplinary action as defined in Article 7, Section 2.