The process of collective bargaining works as follows:
A proposal is made by either party, suggesting a change in existing contract language
A response is offered, in the form of:
Question: A request for additional information in order to fully consider a proposal; basically a "hold"
Counterproposal: Openness to a proposal but not agreement to implement exactly as presented; a request to consider an alternative version
Rejection: Simple disagreement (philosophical, operational, and/or fiscal) of a proposal
"TA": Mutual agreement to implement a proposal with no additional discussion required
A ratification vote is taken on all TAs
Implementation of a new successor contract
We will update this page to reflect the TAs that are reached throughout the process, and encourage you to check it often.
