Job Action

Your Association Of Chiefs (AOC) Executive Board convened on February 1, 2005 at Camp 2 to discuss the growing uneasiness and tension associated with the current “job action” initiative that has been undertaken by our Local 1014 associates.

As is clearly outlined in the AOC Constitution and By-Laws, the members of the AOC are committed to providing leadership and direction to all members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Additionally, we will always promote and provide a quality of fire protection, emergency medical service, and environ-mental incident response commensurate with the public’s best interest.

Therefore, regarding the current “job action” initiative, the AOC advocates the following:

“Above all, members are encouraged to ensure that mutual respect among all members is observed and practiced at all times. While assigning duties to subordinate members, all managers are encouraged to follow all lawful written Department policies, procedures, rules and regulations. The execution of duties and responsibilities of all AOC members shall be in full support of the Department’s Mission”.

Your AOC Board of Directors is communicating regularly with the Executive Board of Local 1014 as well as Chief Freeman and his Executive Staff in an effort to keep fully apprised of each entity’s intent and changing initiatives. Your AOC Board will provide immediate updates to the AOC membership relative to any future “job action” movements without delay.

All AOC members are encouraged to communicate any/all “job action” concerns to their immediate supervisor and contact any one of their AOC Board Directors to discuss this issue in detail.