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Council approves six-month probationary period for nonunion new hires

2336429 · February 18, 2025
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Summary

The Lawrence City Council voted to adopt an ordinance establishing a six-month probationary period for all nonunion new hires; during probation employees cannot use vacation, personal, or sick time and may be terminated without cause.

The Lawrence City Council on Feb. 18 approved an amendment to the municipal code requiring a six-month probationary period for all nonunion new hires in city service.

As posted, the ordinance (section 2.04.0.16) states: “All nonunion new hires to the City of Lawrence shall be subject to a 6 month probationary period. During this probationary period, the…

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