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A Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Village of Oak Park and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 8 Representing the Patrol Officers for the Purpose of Establishing an Alternate Work Schedule in 2027 and Authorizing Its Execution
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Introduction
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This is an agreement to establish a one-year alternate work schedule in 2027 that differs from the work schedule outlined in the current collective bargaining agreement. The current collective bargaining agreement is a multi-year contract which expires on 12/31/27.
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Recommended Action
Approve the Resolution.
Prior Board Action
The Village Board approved a one-year alternate 12-hour work schedule for patrol officers in 2026 in lieu of the 8-hour work schedule contained in the current collective bargaining agreement. This agenda item continues the one-year 12-hour alternate work schedule in 2027.
Background
The Village will periodically agree to an alternate work schedule outside of the 8-hour work schedule contained in the current collective bargaining agreement to address various operational needs. Collective bargaining agreements are multi-year contracts. Using a temporary alternate work schedule allows the Village to address unforeseen or temporary issues such as staffing shortages in this case. The Union typically prefers an alternate schedule to the one contained in their current collective bargaining agreement.
Timing Considerations
The Department needs adequate time to plan for any alternate work schedule in the new year.
Financial Impact
The focus of the agreement is on the schedule. Generally, this schedule change does not have a financial impact that is different than the terms and conditions of the existing collective bargaining agreement.
Operations Impact
The 12-hour schedule allows the Department more flexibility to cover shifts due to staffing shortages.
DEI Impact
There is no DEI impact associated with this item.
Community Input
There is no community input associated with this item.
Staff Recommendation
Approve the Resolution.
Advantages:
• Approval of the contract will conclude discussion of an alternate work schedule in 2027, and operational planning for the new year can begin shortly thereafter.
Disadvantages:
• If action is delayed, the Village will return to discussions of an alternate work schedule; however, the earlier a new schedule is approved, the better it is for operational planning.
Alternatives
The Village Board can reject the agreement.
Advantages:
• The negotiation team would return to collective bargaining to address any issues the Board requests.
Disadvantages:
• This action can prolong negotiations when a consensus has already been reached.
Anticipated Future Actions
There are no anticipated future actions in relation to this item.
Prepared By: Lisa Shelley, Deputy Village Manager
Reviewed By: Jack Malec, Assistant to the Village Manager
Approved By: Kevin J. Jackson, Village Manager
Attachment(s):
1. Resolution