CBA Articles 33-36

Question 1

What is required for Educational Incentive Pay eligibility?

Answer 1

Documented proof of an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree from an accredited college or university

Accreditation must be recognized by a state education department or a regional association recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Question 2

List the monthly Educational Incentive Pay rates for officers without degrees based on college hours earned.

Answer 2

• 65 to 94 college hours: $60.00
• 95 to 124 college hours: $90.00
• 125 to 154 college hours: $120.00
• 155 to 184 college hours: $150.00
• 185 to 214 college hours: $180.00
• 215 to 229 college hours: $210.00
• 230 or more college hours: $240.00

Officers with degrees receive different rates.

Question 3

What are the monthly Educational Incentive Pay rates for officers with degrees?

Answer 3

• Associates Degree: $215.00
• Bachelor’s Degree: $315.00
• Master’s Degree: $335.00
• Doctorate or Equivalent: $350.00

Officers cannot receive pay for both college hours and a college degree.

Question 4

Officers must have a minimum of thirty-one (31) college accredited hours within what time frame after graduation?

Answer 4

One year

This requirement must be acknowledged in writing by the cadet.

Question 5

What happens if officers fail to complete the required college hours?

Answer 5

They cannot move into ‘Class B’ Police Officer pay status until requirements are met

Proof of achieving college hours is required.

Question 6

What is the reimbursement rate for a grade of A in an accredited degree program?

Answer 6

100%

Other grades have different reimbursement rates.

Question 7

What is the reimbursement rate for a grade of B in an accredited degree program?

Answer 7

90%

A grade of C receives 80%, while D or F receives 0%.

Question 8

What is the monthly pay for officers holding a Basic Certificate?

Answer 8

$50.00

This is part of the Certification Pay structure.

Question 9

What is the monthly pay for officers holding an Advanced Certificate?

Answer 9

$200.00

Different certification levels have varying pay rates.

Question 10

What is the monthly pay for officers holding a Master’s Certificate?

Answer 10

$240.00

This is the highest pay tier for certification.

Question 11

What authority does the Chief have regarding psychological evaluations?

Answer 11

Can require officers to submit to evaluations at the City’s expense

Results must be released to the Chief.

Question 12

What is the mandatory drug testing policy for officers?

Answer 12

100% of officers are subject to testing each calendar year on a fair statistical basis

Testing is conducted at the City’s expense.

Question 13

Define reasonable suspicion in the context of drug testing.

Answer 13

Judgment that a person is unable to perform duties due to suspected influence of drugs or alcohol

Based on specific, observable facts.

Question 14

What is the zero tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol?

Answer 14

Prohibits use while on duty or driving a City vehicle

Includes mandatory post-accident testing.

Question 15

What is the definition of drug testing as per the document?

Answer 15

Compulsory production and submission of urine for chemical analysis

Aimed at detecting prohibited drug usage.

Question 16

What does the City agree to regarding legal charges against Police Officers?

Answer 16

Will defend officers in or out of court for lawful performance of duties

Excludes certain definitions as specified.