During the meeting, there was a discussion about the current practice of providing a Day of Rest and its associated costs. The council considered reverting to a 28-day cycle for calculating overtime, which would ensure compliance with FLSA regulations. This change aims to address the financial burden of backfilling positions when employees take their DoR, as these costs have been rising due to the need for additional staffing.

The meeting also touched on the importance of ensuring that officers earn their overtime properly under the proposed system. It was emphasized that the current system, which applies the Day of Rest on a biweekly basis, may not accurately reflect the hours worked, leading to financial inefficiencies. Council members and union representatives discussed the necessity of clarifying the work period definitions to ensure both compliance and fairness.

Council members expressed the need for a comprehensive understanding of the implications of the proposed changes, highlighting the potential impact on staff accustomed to the current pay structure. The discussion recognized the importance of balancing fiscal responsibility with employee rights and benefits.

In addition to Article 17, Article 13 was also reviewed, though fewer concerns were raised. The focus remained on ensuring that all provisions were appropriately aligned with existing practices, including holiday pay and funeral leave.