Determining whether any matter is appropriately brought before the Commission in a reasonable and timely fashion;

Calling, scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling meetings of the Commission;

Acting as records custodian as provided by Chapter 143;

Acting on behalf of the Commission for actions and issues not specifically addressed in Chapter 143 or these Rules;

Establishing and monitoring procedures for the discipline and termination of civil service employees;

When a specific Rule does not address a particular question or issue, interpreting the Rules based on circumstances, facts, and issues, and taking appropriate action; and

Performing such other functions as may be deemed reasonably necessary in regard to the efficient and effective administration of the civil service system of the City.

RULE OF CONDUCT - In the discharge of their duties, members of the Commission act as a body and not as individuals. An individual Commission member shall not speak for the Commission unless specially authorized in advance to do so by action of the Commission.

AGENDA - The Director or Director's designee shall assist the Chairperson in preparing an agenda for a Commission meeting. If a Commission member wants an item placed on an agenda, he/she shall submit a written request to the Director or Director's designee for consideration by the Chairperson.

QUORUM - Two members of the Commission constitute a quorum sufficient to conduct business meetings and hearings.

CONDUCT OF REGULAR BUSINESS MEETINGS - The Commission shall set reasonable rules and procedures for proper and efficient conduct of business. The Chairperson shall conduct meetings in an orderly and timely fashion.