Naturally, the talks will include economic issues. GBEA is proposing that the district change its health and dental plans and is suggesting a carrier that will enable the district to save considerable dollars by making the change. The other major monetary topic to be considered will be salary. Originally enacted in 1993, the law prevents teachers from using the arbitration process if a school board offers a minimal salary increase. Naturally, with nothing to prevent a higher salary settlements and especially if a new insurance carrier can be found at a savings to the district, GBEA hopes that the board will agree to a salary package that keeps Green Bay high on the list of desirable places in which to work both in terms of working conditions and pay.
Public schools work for Wisconsin.
They work in Green Bay. They work because well-intentioned men and women bring a high degree of professionalism, talent, and a sense of personal and community pride to their jobs. Many boards of education recognize this and work with their school employees to solve those problems that threaten the quality of their public schools. They are building on the best. In Green Bay, the teachers want to do no less.