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Council approves consultation policy establishing formal AFSCME input for city management
Summary
On consent the council adopted a consultation policy (item 49) with AFSCME Local 16‑24 that creates a structured, ongoing consultative process between represented civilian city workers and management, supporters said it will improve transparency and outcomes while giving workers a voice ahead of expected budget decisions.
The Austin City Council on Jan. 22 adopted, on the consent agenda, a new consultation policy establishing a formal process for AFSCME Local 16‑24 to consult with city management on workforce matters.
Union leaders — including Bridal Summers, president of AFSCME Local 1624 — and multiple members from…
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