from official representatives and public contacts, police headquarters is often open to
outsiders. it is the policy of the Nashua Police Department that its employees project a
professional image in their grooming and dress.
Uniforms/Specialized Apparel:
Certain employees are designated by the Chief of Police or designee to wear uniforms or
specialized apparel. They shall conform to the uniform requirements and specifications
as listed under the Nashua Police Department Rules and Regulations Manual. Upon
employment with the Nashua Police Department, designated employees will receive
initial issue of uniforms as determined by the Chief of Police or designee. Needed
replacement will be issued as authorized by the Chief of Police or designee.
Civilian Clothing:
Male and female members permitted to wear civilian clothing shall conform to standards
normally wor by office personnel in professional, private business firms unless
otherwise directed by a supervisor. On Friday through Sunday and holidays, employees
may elect to wear clothing conforming to the standards of the Department for business
casual dress. It will be at the discretion of the Chief of Police or designee to make a
determination of acceptable or nonacceptable attire.
Grooming:
Personal appearances of all male and female employees should be clean and neat.
Mustaches, beards, and hairstyles should be neatly trimmed and groomed.
ARTICLE 16
MEDICAL & LIFE INSURANCE
All employees covered by this Collective Bargaining Agreement shall receive benefits
under this Article. The provider shall be Alligiant Care POS Plan A with DN 1,
prescription drug, vision, hearing, health club and life insurance.
The City shall be responsible for a contribution not to exceed an amount equal to an 80%
contribution for a Harvard Pilgrim Health Care of New England (HMO) plan, or other
HMO plan offered by the City if Harvard Pilgrim Health Care of New England plan is no
longer offered by the City, and the HMO plan having the same deductibles and co-pays
required of other unionized unsworn employees at the police department pilus an amount
equal to the City’s contribution for dental insurance coverage for City merit employees.
In no instance shall the City’s contribution exceed the actual cost of the employee’s
health insurance plan.
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