REPORT TO CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Discuss and Possible Action to Approve the Civil Service Commission Workplan for FY 2026- 2027
Report
DISCUSSION
Prior Year's Workplan
At the August 14, 2025 Civil Service Commission (Commission) meeting, the Commission
discussed and developed a workplan for the FY 2025-2026.
The following items were included in the workplan:
1. Continue review of education requirements on classified class specifications:
As classifications are created or modified, Human Resources coordinates with the departments to review and update the minimum qualifications where applicable. Classified positions that have modified minimum qualifications are brought forward to the Civil Service Commission and Council for approval.
2. Explore ideas to streamline the recruitment process:
The Human Resources Department continuous evaluates ways to streamline the recruitment process within the confines of the Civil Service Rules.
3. Schedule mid-year check-in on these workplan items:
The Commission has met one time, specifically on March 12, 2026. An update was not provided at that time but is being brought forward now for discussion.
FY 2026-2027 Commission Workplan
Members of the Commission may wish to discuss continuing to address any unfinished items from the prior year's workplan for FY 2026-2027 year or the addition of new items to the workplan.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a "project" within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that it is a governmental organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact except for staff time.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City's official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is availab...
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