Members of which groups may not participate in a union?

Members of Boards or Commissions may not participate in a union primarily because they are typically appointed officials who serve specific roles within governmental structures rather than being traditional employees of the municipal entity. Boards and Commissions often oversee certain functions or provide guidance on policy matters, and their members generally do not hold positions that fall under collective bargaining agreements. This distinguishes them from employees who are considered part of the workforce and can seek union representation to negotiate employment terms and conditions.

In contrast, contracted workers, part-time employees, and support staff are usually considered part of the labor force employed by the municipality and may qualify for union involvement based on their employment status and job classifications.