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to be present at hearings where such matters within the scope of representation are being considered, and to prepare for meet and confer sessions both prior to and following said sessions. The use of duty time for this purpose shall be reasonable and shall not interfere with the performance of City services as determined by the City. No more than three (3) Union members shall be considered official Union representatives for the purposes of this paragraph. On or about January 15 of each year the Union shall submit in writing to the Personnel Director a list of three (3) official Union representatives. The list of official Union representatives may be amended by the Union providing all such amendments are made in writing and submitted to the designated Assistant City Manager. Section 5. City Rights The rights of the City include, but are not limited to, the exclusive right to determine the mission of its constituent departments, commissions and boards; set standards of service; determine the procedures and standards of selection for employment and promotion; direct its employees, take disciplinary action, relieve its employees from duty because of lack of work or for other legitimate reasons; maintain the efficiency of governmental operations; determine the methods, means and personnel by which government operations are to be conducted; determine the content of job classifications; take all necessary actions to carry out its mission in emergencies; to exercise complete control and discretion over its organization and the technology of performing its work. Section 6. Salaries 6.1 Salary The salary ranges in effect on October 31, 2010 shall remain in effect during the term of this Agreement. These ranges represent for each classification the standard rate of pay for full employment and represent the total compensation due employees except for overtime compensation and other benefits specifically provided by the City. 6.2 Entrance Salary The entrance salary for a new employee entering the City service shall be the minimum salary for the class to which he/she is appointed. The Appointing Authority may, however, authorize original appointment or reinstatement at a rate higher than the minimum rate when the qualifications of the candidate including but not limited to education, experience and training and/or needs of the service warrant. 6.3 Conversion of Pay Rates -9 -