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tested at all. Mr. Cummings reiterated that verbiage is not present in the handbook. Mr. Gareau believed it is in the minutes someplace. Mr. Wilamosky offered to find out a specific date, but noted that there was some private conferencing which may not have been recorded by the commission. Safety Director Kasler questioned, if the rule did in fact change, if the change would be retroactive to the date it was officially changed in the minutes. The Law Director explained the commission would have to adopt the rule to change it, and he was unsure it was officially adopted after the discussion. Mrs. Kasler wondered if Tammy Farris would have to rank or merely pass the examination. Mr. Wilamosky reiterated how the rule was applied in the past, but realized this verbiage is not present in the handbook. In comparing the June 17, 1996 handbook to the previous one, Mr. Gareau noted the format has changed. Mr. Cummings agreed the format had changed, but did not believe it changed the meaning in any way. He believed in either version Tammy Farris would have to be tested if a test is offered within one year of the provisionary appointment. Mr. Wilamosky reiterated the rule should be rewritten as noted previously. He did not believe that the commission ever officially adopted the revised June 17, 1996 version. Mr. Cummings did not dispute this, but believed under the March 1, 1996 rules, Tammy Farris would still be required to be tested. Mr. Wilamosky believed to avoid any future problems, the commission should always have an eligibility list available. Mr. Gareau explained, some time ago, the law department was asked to review the handbook. He elaborated Mr. Dubelko made some suggestions, and the commission did not adopt any of them. Mr. Gareau believed, if any changes are proposed with regard to promotional examinations, the directors, the personnel department, and the law department should have a chance to review them. Mr. Cummings added labor should be aware of any proposed changes. Mr. Gareau noted no changes are permitted that effect wages, hours or conditions of employment. Mr. Wilamosky explained, there was a request by Mr. Power, that the revised Civil Service Rules be negotiated, which prompted him to research when the commission adopted the rules. He elaborated, his secretary transcribed the June 17, 1996 minutes, and did not find any place where the commission officially voted to adopt the revised rules. Mr. Wilamosky also pointed out on page 3 section D-7 of the June 17, 1996 edition states that the handbook should be distributed to each Department Head and each Department for any changes. Mr. Wilamosky did not believe this rule was complied with and suggested the handbook should also be reviewed by directors. Mr. Gareau wondered if the commission will make a decision to make the June edition a proposal and the March addition the official handbook. Mrs. Benjamin believed the reason for the revisions was because the firefighters believed the handbook was vague. She wondered if reverting back to the March version would effect the resolution made at the September meeting. Mr. Gareau did not believe the manner in which the firefighter's problem was resolved, was in accordance with the rules in effect at that time. Mr. Gareau clarified there is currently a request by the firefighter's union that the provisions in the June 17, 1996 handbook be negotiated. He did not believe the commission officially adopted those revisions and would like clarifications as to which handbook is the official handbook in effect now. Mr. Cummings noted the Mayor had sent a letter out requesting input from all Department Heads and Division Leaders. The commission members discussed the motion. Commissioner Benjamin made a motion to consider this (the March 1, 1996 edition) the official handbook whereas this (the June 17, 1996 edition) shall be considered a suggestions workbook and shall be reviewed by the various department heads and division leaders. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Cummings and unanimously approved. In the framing of the motion, Chief Osterhouse questioned how the North Ohnsted Civil Service handbook relates to the State Civil Service Rules. He specifically wondered if the city's handbook can be more restrictive. Law Director Gareau clarified, according to the charter, the city has a right to adopt their own set of civil service rules and regulations. Mr. Osterhouse noted there are several references to the state