MWRD-EMPLOYEE SUSPENSION

Amends the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Act. Provides that charges for removal or discharge of a civil service employee of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District must be filed with the civil service board within 30 days from the date of suspension. Provides that those charges shall be promptly investigated by the civil service board (now, the civil service board must conduct an investigation within 30 days from the date of suspension). Provides that the employee's suspension shall be extended until the civil service board enters a finding unless the board approves an agreement to terminate the suspension at an earlier date. Provides that either the district or the employee may file a petition for rehearing within 21 days after the finding and decision are served. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.