President Hoff sent a copy of the resolution and a cover letter to Chancellor MacTaggart on February 7. A fine line indeed. Attached to the letter was the University's explanation of where the money went. We made what looked like progress on a number of issues at the mediation session on January 9, but at the end of the day the University still refused to move on wages and health insurance. The University continues its official position that professionals pay more than faculty for insurance coverage.
Arbitration seems more likely every day.
We're happy to help, but hope that they appreciate our efforts. Follow the link for more information. A mediation session was held on Thursday, October 19, and another on Thursday, October 25, in Bangor. The Mediator is working hard, but so far the University System negotiators are still refusing to accept the fact finding recommendations as the basis for a settlement. The mediator is continuing to work on the situation, and have scheduled additional sessions on November 1 and 7.