The ERC recommended the dismissal of a member who admitted having used drugs over a period of sixteen months in the presence of persons who know him to be a member of the Force. I found that his conduct revealed a fundamental flaw in his character incompatible with the quality of a peace officer. However the charge of disgraceful conduct against the member in training resulting from such a trivial incident did not warrant more than a reprimand and the ERC recommended that the forfeiture of 10 days' pay imposed by the Adjudication Board not be maintained. Member separated, has joint custody of children, each parent claiming one for income tax purposes. Relocated, children to remain at old post and join him during school holidays.
Requests transfer allowance for member relocating without dependents.
Subsequently, requests further transfer allowance, to bring up to level of member transferring with dependents. Greater expenses griever must bear in this case result from his separation, not relocation. Grievance should therefore be denied. Commissioner persuaded by findings and analysis of ERC Chairman. Purpose of Relocation Directive to reimburse members for reasonable transfer expenses, not for possible expenses after the fact.