The purpose of the Merit System Board is to review and make recommendations on proposed Personnel Rules and Regulations and/or amendments; to investigate and make recommendations, upon its own motion or when requested, on any matter of personnel policy to the City Manager prior to presentation to the City Council; and to hear appeals submitted by classified employees in relation to dismissal, demotions, disciplinary pay reduction or suspension. (City Charter, Art. IV, Sec 4.02)
The membership of the Merit System Board is made up of three (3) qualified electors. The members of the Merit System Board may not hold another municipal office or be employed by the City of Tempe and must be Tempe residents. Terms are for three years. Meetings of the Board are held as needed in the Human Resources Conference Room located at 20 East 6th Street.
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To access agendas and minutes for meetings prior to 2012, visit the Archives.