Common use of Stewards’ Responsibilities Clause in Contracts

Stewards’ Responsibilities. The authority of stewards and alternates so designated by the Lodge shall be limited to, and shall not exceed the following duties and activities: 1. The investigation and presentation of grievances in accordance with the provisions of this Memorandum; 2. The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Lodge action; 3. The transmission of such messages and information which shall originate with, and are authorized by the Lodge or its officers, provided, such messages and information (a) have been reduced to writing, or (b) if not reduced to writing and are not in violation of Article 17 regarding strikes and lockouts. 4. Regular attendance at the monthly FOP membership meetings. Stewards shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances without loss of pay during regular working hours, provided enough personnel remain on duty to provide adequate police service. Time spent on Lodge activities or representation of members outside the ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇'▇ normal work hours shall not be considered time spent in the employ of the Unified Government or the Department. Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action, or any other action interrupting the Department's operation. In the event of such action by a ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ he shall be subject to proper discipline. There shall be no more than one (1) ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ and one (1) alternate per shift, per station or per unit. A list of stewards and alternates shall be provided to the Chief every six (6) months (January and July) which list shall be updated sooner if modifications occur between these dates.