To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Human Resources
Meeting Date: June 2, 2026
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Cherie Johnson |
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707-234-6600 |
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Department Contact: |
Brandy Dalzell |
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707-234-6600 |
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Item Type: Consent Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: N/A |
Agenda Title:
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Approval of Amendment to County Policy #57, Telework Policy and Program Guidelines
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Approve amendment to county Policy #57, Telework Policy and Program Guidelines.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
Mendocino county Policy #57, Telework Policy and Program Guidelines adopted by Minute Order by the Board of Supervisors April 5, 2022.
Summary of Request:
Human Resources is recommending the Board of Supervisors adopt the revised policy being presented today which includes several revisions to increase overall accountability, manager oversight, and risk control. The updates include reducing ambiguity by clearly defining eligibility and standardizing expectations across departments, while also incorporating grammatical and formatting corrections throughout the document.
The revised structure maintains the Telework Policy as a high-level document focused on authority, purpose, and responsibilities, while shifting detailed operational rules, requirements, and expectations into the updated Program Guidelines. References to temporary or COVID-era practices have been removed or minimized to reflect current, long-term operational standards. In addition, the revisions introduce clear definitions for key terms such as teleworking engagement, assignment, and remote worksite.
The updates emphasize that telework is a conditional arrangement, not an entitlement. Approval is not guaranteed, even when eligibility criteria are met, and participation is contingent upon operational needs and employee performance. Telework arrangements are not permanent and may be modified or terminated at any time. Probationary employees are generally excluded, and eligibility may change based on job duties or business needs.
Additional clarifications establish that telework schedules must align with regular working hours, employees may be required to report onsite with notice, and in-person meetings at home worksites are not permitted. The revisions also reinforce expectations for successful telework, including that telework is not a substitute for childcare or eldercare, interruptions must be minimized, and County equipment is restricted to employee use only.
Finally, the Public Records Request section has been removed due to the Board’s elimination of County Policy #36 in 2025. Overall, the revisions provide clearer guidance, strengthen oversight, and defer detailed operational direction to the updated Program Guidelines.
The County has met all meet and confer obligations related to the policy amendment.
Alternative Action/Motion:
If not approved, return to staff with further direction.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: An Effective County Government
Supervisorial District: All
Vote Requirement: Majority
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CEO Liaison: Executive Office
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Atlas Pearson, Senior Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Approved |
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Date: June 2, 2026 |
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