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Motion by Councilmember Jeffrey, seconded by Councilmember Olson, to ratify the recommendation of the Personnel Committee in Case Nos. 1 and 2 and to adopt Resolution #07- 02 -056 authorizing that Jeff Erickson be hired as a utilities maintenance worker, and adopt Resolution #07 -02 -057 authorizing that Kristen Reider be hired as a part-time police technician. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Jeffrey, Olson, Dehen, Elvig, Look, and Strommen. Voting No: None. 3) Consider Resolution Approving 2007 Labor Agreement with AFSCME Interim City Administrator Nelson stated this case represents the third and final labor agreement to settle this year. On Tuesday, February 13, 2007, City staff and AFSCME reached tentative agreement on a one year labor agreement. Ms. Nelson reviewed the following terms and conditions that have been tentatively agreed to: Wages: 2007 -3% plus applicable step increases Insurance: 2007: Aware Gold Single: $437.50 VEBA Single: $442.60* 2007: Aware Gold Family: $679.00 VEBA Family: $685.00* *Note that these contribution amounts include the applicable monthly fees for the City's VEBA plans. Boot Allowance: For Building Maintenance Workers Funeral Leave: Up to three consecutive days twice annually (a maximum of six days) for the death of an immediate family member. Holiday Pay: Employees may take compensatory time -off in lieu of taking premium pay for hours worked on approved holidays. Duration: 1 year On -Call Policy: The Public Works Director and Assistance Director have proposed — and AFSCME has accepted — the On Call Policy based on the Department's current needs. This policy will address on a more formal basis the call- back needs that will occur, such as for utilities and streets. The policy lays out the terms and conditions. One piece staff felt was important is that this policy will bring someone in to do well checks and lift station checks on weekends and holidays to get ahead of a problem if it should exist. Interim City Administrator Nelson stated staff recommends Council approve the listed changes to the City's labor agreement with AFSCME. The new contract will be effective January 2007 - December 2007. City Council / February 13, 2007 Page 19 of 25