HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-004 Council ResolutionCITY OF LINO LAKES
RESOLUTION NO. 20.04
APPROVING UPDATES TO EMPLOYEE DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICIES
WHEREAS, periodically staff reviews the City's policies to make sure they are up-to-date; and,
WHEREAS, the City has two separate drug and alcohol testing policies, one for employees who drive
commercial vehicles subject to the Department of Transportation's standards, and one for all other
employees; and,
WHEREAS, there have been recent changes for employees subject to Department of Transportation
standards for drug and alcohol testing; and,
WHEREAS, staff has reviewed both drug and alcohol testing policies for employees and made
updates to reflect any law changes and recommended best practices.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LINO
LAKES, MINNESOTA, that the updated employee drug and alcohol policies are approved.
Adopted by the Council of the City of Lino Lakes this 13th day of January, 2020.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Council Member
Ruhlandand was duly seconded by Council Member Stoesz and upon vote being
taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Ruhland, Stoesz, Lyden, Rafferty,
The following voted against same:
none
ATTEST:
Juliarufe Bartell, City 1 lerk
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM 3B
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Karissa Bartholomew, Human Resources Manager
MEETING DATE: January 13, 2020
TOPIC: Update to Employee Drug and Alcohol Policies
VOTE REQUIRED: 3/5
INTRODUCTION
The Council is being asked to consider Resolution No. 20.04, which updates the drug and alcohol
testing policies for employees.
BACKGROUND
The City has two separate drug and alcohol policies. One for employees that operate commercial
vehicles subject to the Department of Transportation's (DOT) standards, and one for all other
employees. There has been a change to employer reporting requirements for employees subject
to DOT standards that cities are required to implement along with some procedural changes
regarding employee testing. Staff has reviewed and updated both policies to be reflective of any
changes within law and best practices.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of Resolution No. 20.04
ATTACHMENTS
• Resolution No. 20.04
• Drug & Alcohol Policy for DOT Employees
• Drug & Alcohol Policy for Non -DOT Employees