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Child Labor Laws and Summer Hiring
Michael Simon on May 9, 2025
If your city is planning to hire teenagers for summer positions, it’s important to take a moment to review state and federal child labor laws.
Closing the Office During Inclement Weather
Chris Johnson on November 14, 2024
Whether cities need to pay employees for time offices are closed due to inclement weather depends on the employee's status and your city policy.
Employee Voting Time Off
Chris Johnson on August 22, 2024
State law requires employers give employees reasonable time off to vote, but there are some caveats.
Love in the Workplace
Chris Johnson on February 1, 2024
The KLC Municipal Law Department discusses city fraternization policies and the very real liability concerns that romance in the workplace can pose.
New Year Human Resources Housekeeping
Chris Johnson on December 21, 2023
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.
Six Ways to Show Employees You Are Thankful
Chris Johnson on October 23, 2023
Now is a great time to reflect on how thankful you are for your city's outstanding employees.
Ban the Box – The Fair Chance Initiative
Michael Simon on June 2, 2023
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.
How to Write a Job Description
Chris Johnson on December 1, 2022
Every position in your city should have a job description that establishes the main points and essential qualifications.
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.
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.
Update on Payroll Tax Deferral
Limited Guidance Issued on the Payroll Tax Deferral Beginning September 1, 2020
Pre-Employment Background Checks
When hiring a new employee, the city may need to request additional information to make an informed decision.
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.
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.
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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