R2026-82 Resolution Authorizing the Approval of an Agreement with I.A.F.F. Local 505, from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2028

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Cocaine metabolites 300 ng/ml Opiate metabolites 300 ng/ml Phencyclidine 25 ng/ml Amphetamines 1000 ng/ml All specimens identified as positive on the initial screening test shall be confirmed using GC/MS techniques at the cutoff levels listed below: Confirmatory Initial Test Level Marijuana metabolites* 15 ng/ml Cocaine metabolites** 150 ng/mi Opiates: Morphine 300 ng/ml Codeine 300 ng/ml Phencyclidine 25 ng/ml Amphetamines: Amphetamine 500 ng/ml Methamphetamine 500 ng/ml *Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol-9-cartioxylic acid **Benzoylecgonine The above cutoff levels have been established based on Department of Health and Human Services recommendations. It is understood that changes in technology and/or the need to detect the presence of other prescription or illegal drugs may necessitate the adoption of new or changed cutoff levels. Should such changes or need arise, the parties agree to meet promptly to negotiate with respect to the levels to be adopted. If no agreement is reached within sixty (60) days, the City may for good cause (e.g., NIDA or Health and Human Services recommendations) implement new or changed cutoff levels on an interim basis while negotiations are proceeding, subject to challenge by the Union through the grievance procedure. Section 8. Right to Contest. The Union and/or the employee, with or without the Union, shall have the right to file a grievance concerning any testing permitted by this Agreement. Section 9. Voluntary Requests for Assistance. The City shall take no adverse employment action against an employee who voluntarily seeks treatment, counseling or other support for an alcohol, or drug related problem unless the request follows the order to submit to testing or unless the employee is found to be using illegal drugs, or under the influence of drugs, or alcohol. If the 42