On Saturday, Feb. 26, a training session will take place with everyone from both sides participating. The workshop will be conducted by the Federal Mediation Service. It is designed to promote better understanding of each side s key issues. MTB is based on a more constructive or collaborative approach to the entire issue of bargaining. In contrast to what we experienced several years ago, we are hopeful that this new approach will produce a more positive round of negotiations.
Normal preparation continues.
The Bargaining Survey is being finalized by a subcommittee of your CEA team. Please respond when it is distributed in your unit. An individual needs to do this to qualify for super severance. This is a major benefit for all members of the bargaining unit. Here is an example.