Lipsett v. Gillette

Chief Judge Desmond.

The law questions on this appeal are: first, as to the constitutionality of the below-quoted ordinance enacted on September 11, 1962 by the Rochester City Council; and, second, if it be held constitutional, as to the character and extent of the inquiries and other procedures the City Manager must make or take before deciding as to appropriate units and before recognizing bargaining agents.

“ § 3-24. Recognition of union of city employees. The City Manager is hereby authorized to recognize a duly organized union or employee organization as the bargaining agent for an…