Can union members request a reduced workload or special time off?
15.1.11 Reduced Workload – For reasons and period of time listed in Article 15.1.11, employees may request a reduced workload with a commensurate reduction in salary. If the workload is at least 20 hours, health benefits shall be continued at the employer’s expense, as provided in the contract. 15.2 Special Time Off – Whenever it appears desirable, in the best interest of the Board and its employees, to allow collective absence from duty, the executive officer may excuse employees at a stated time, provided that enough employees remain on duty to maintain contact with the public and carry on crucial work.
