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Employee Voting Time Off

State law requires employers give employees reasonable time off to vote, but there are some caveats.

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Love in the Workplace

The KLC Municipal Law Department discusses city fraternization policies and the very real liability concerns that romance in the workplace can pose.

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New Year Human Resources Housekeeping

As we flip the calendar to 2024, here are a few areas where your human resources professional may want to take action in January so that the New Year begins smoothly.

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Six Ways to Show Employees You Are Thankful

Now is a great time to reflect on how thankful you are for your city's outstanding employees.

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Ban the Box – The Fair Chance Initiative

What does it mean to “ban the box”? The term refers to the box or question on an employment application asking if a candidate has ever been convicted of a crime.

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How to Write a Job Description

Every position in your city should have a job description that establishes the main points and essential qualifications.

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Daylight Saving Time Ends Nov. 6

Employers Should Prepare for Possible Overtime

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The Importance of Up-to-Date Job Descriptions

Even though there are no state or federal requirements for job descriptions, employers can avoid many legal issues if postings are current and properly drafted.

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EEOC Updates COVID-19 Guidance

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its COVID-19 guidance on July 12, 2022, coinciding with the resurgence in COVID-19 cases.

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Update on Payroll Tax Deferral

Limited Guidance Issued on the Payroll Tax Deferral Beginning September 1, 2020

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Pre-Employment Background Checks

When hiring a new employee, the city may need to request additional information to make an informed decision.

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Spring Forward … Straight Time or Overtime?

The arrival of daylight-saving time requires clocks to be moved forward one hour at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 13.

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DOL Increases Fines Related to Workplace Posters

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) increased the maximum fine for failure to comply with federal notice and posting requirements.

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IRS Raises Standard Mileage Reimbursement Rate for 2022

For cities that use the IRS rate to reimburse employees and elected officials for mileage, be aware that on January 1, 2022, the IRS will raise the reimbursement rate.

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Daylight Savings Time Ends on Sunday, November 7, 2021

Employers Should Prepare for Possible Overtime

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What Types of Events Qualify for Leave Under FMLA? Part 2 of 3

This article will look at the final two qualifications for leave regarding military exigencies and military caregiver leave.

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