2018-02-21 Merit Appeals Board Minutes

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Merit Appeals Board February 21, 2018 When I first mentioned to some of the other members of the Salary Commission that I was lending my support to Bill, there were many others who did the same thing, some of which may have submitted written testimony. I don't know who submitted written testimony and who did not. But, my general feeling—and we didn't pass a resolution in the Salary Commission or anything like that, but I feel the overall support from the group as a whole. Some unique things as some others had mentioned—having had been a firefighter for all those yearsso, he is rank and file. If you come from that you understand that. Now, he's also been in management position—and so, he certainly understands that also. That attorney background is just so invaluable. Many of the activities involved in human resources and personnel involve understanding of the legal implications to include state law, County Charter, the ordinance. So, in short, I personally, selfishly want to continue working with Bill in—as the permanent Director of the Department of Human Resources. And with that I just thank you for this opportunity. Nice seeing all you folks, all again. CHR. TULANG: Thank you. Thank you, all three of you, for your input. Approval of Minutes (Item 3) (There were none.) Communication(s) (Item 4) (There were none.) CHR. TULANG: Our "Unfinished Business" is the selection of the new director for Human Resources. New Business (for discussion and appropriate action) (Item 5) Selection of New Director of Human Resources: Candidate(s) Interview/application review, and the selection of the Director of the Department of Human Resources Position. CHR. TULANG: We've already done the interviews and we are now ready to start working on a decision. So, the Merit Appeals Board anticipates convening an executive meeting regarding the above matter pursuant to Section 92-5(a)(4) for the purpose of consulting with the Board's attorney on questions and issues pertaining to the Board's powers, duties, privileges, immunities, and liabilities; and Section 92-5(a)(2) to consider the hire of a County officer where consideration of matters affecting privacy will be involved. A two-thirds vote pursuant to the Hawaii Revised Statutes, Section 92-4 is necessary to hold an executive meeting. I will entertain a motion at this time. Page 6