Negotiations

Negotiations

Article II

Mutual Consent Negotiations (Section 2.01)

When Negotiations Occur:

• Matters not specifically covered by the Contract but of concern to both parties
• Subject to negotiations during the period of the Contract

Requires mutual consent

of both parties.

Requires mutual consent of both parties

Mutual Consent Negotiations (Section 2.01)

Party Responsibilities:

• Cooperate in arranging meetings
• Select representatives for discussions
• Furnish necessary information
• Constructively consider attempts to resolve matters

Consultations and Communications (Section 2.02 - Part A)

Regular Meetings Required:

• LCTA President & Superintendent
• Meet regularly to discuss matters of mutual interest
• LCTA President & Director of Labor and Employee Relations
• Meet regularly to confer on Contract administration matters

Consultations and Communications (Section 2.02 - Part A)

Regular Meetings Required:

• Administrative Leadership & LCTA President
• Associate superintendents, assistant superintendents, and other appropriate District administrators
• Meet as necessary to address Contract administration or educational program issues
• Issues must relate to terms and conditions of employment

Purpose:

Review Contract administration and resolve problems that may arise

Consultations and Communications (Section 2.02 - Part B)

Legislative Coordination (2.02 B):

• Superintendent, Board, and LCTA agree to coordinate support for legislation
• Focus: Quality and funding of public education in Leon County and the State
• Coordination to the extent feasible

Negotiating Authority (Section 2.03)

• Neither party controls the selection of the other party's negotiating representatives
• Final Agreement Requirements:
• Ratification by a majority of the Board
• Ratification by a majority of bargaining unit employees voting on the Contract

Negotiating Authority (Section 2.03)

• Representatives must have full power and authority to:
• Make proposals
• Consider proposals
• Make concessions
• Execute agreements

Collaborative Contract Negotiations (Section 2.04)

• Philosophy: "Collaborative" Contract Negotiations
• Key Components:
• A. Joint Negotiations Team
• Comprised of appointed representatives from Board and LCTA
• Includes Chief Negotiators/Facilitators from both sides

Collaborative Contract Negotiations (Section 2.04)

• B. Open Discussions
• All issues brought forth by either party as subjects of negotiation
• C. Recommendations
• May be provided by committee and work teams
• Representing both District and LCTA
• Aid in language development and problem solving

Collaborative Contract Negotiations (Section 2.04)

• D. Tentative Agreement Language
• Final work product of Joint Negotiations Team
• Both parties retain original signed copies
• Recommendation: Superintendent participation in all joint meetings and discussions

Contract Documentation and Administrative Procedures (Sections 2.05-2.07)

• Written Proposals (2.05):
• All proposals and counterproposals to amend the Contract
• Must be reduced to writing
• Mediation/Fact-Finding Costs (2.06):
• Shared equally by Board and LCTA
• Exception: As provided by PERC order

Contract Access and Distribution (2.07):

• Electronic: Primary access through District and Association websites
• Printed Copies: Limited number printed at Board expense within 60 days after ratification
• New Employees: Printed copies provided for new employees and administrative purposes
• LCTA Distribution Board furnishes 100 copies to LCTA for Association use

Contract Documentation and Administrative Procedures (Sections 2.05-2.07)

Click the link below to access the PDF of the contract.

Quiz Time

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Scenarios

Directions:

1) Read the scenario. 2)Turn to your partner or small group and discuss the questions. 3) Once you have come to a consensus on the answers, complete the multiple choice questions on the pages after the scenario.

Scenario 1:

The Situation: It's mid-March, and the LCTA President receives an urgent email from the Director of Labor and Employee Relations requesting an immediate meeting to discuss a newly implemented scheduling policy that affects employee work conditions. The LCTA President is busy with classroom observations but knows this issue is important.

Scenario 1: Unscheduled Meeting Request

Directions: Now turn to your partner or small group and discuss the following questions.

1. According to Section 2.02 A, what should happen next?
2. Is this meeting intended to bypass the grievance procedure?

Scenario 1 Question 1

Scenario 1 Question 2

Scenario 2: Collaborative Negotiations Begin

The Situation: The Board and LCTA are beginning contract negotiations for the next three-year agreement. The Board's negotiating team includes the Chief Negotiator and two Board representatives. The LCTA's team includes the Chief Negotiator and three teacher representatives. During the first session, one Board representative suggests they should be able to choose who the LCTA sends to the table, and one LCTA representative proposes changes to a policy without submitting them in writing first.

Scenario 2: Collaborative Negotiations Begin

Directions: Now turn to your partner or small group and discuss the following questions.

1. Can the Board select or reject the LCTA's negotiating representatives?
2. What should happen with the LCTA representative's proposed changes?
3. What is the collaborative negotiation process supposed to include?

Scenario 2 Question 1

Scenario 2 Question 2

Scenario 2 Question 3

Scenario 3: Cost-Sharing and Contract Distribution

The Situation: Contract negotiations have stalled on several key issues. The Board and LCTA agree that neither side is moving forward productively and decide to bring in a mediator to help resolve the disputes. Additionally, the contract has just been ratified, and the District needs to determine how to distribute copies to employees and ensure access.

Scenario 3: Cost-Sharing and Contract Distribution

Directions: Now turn to your partner or small group and discuss the following questions.

1. Who pays for the mediation services?
2. What are the different ways employees should be able to access the contract?
3. Within what timeframe must the Board print and distribute the contract?

Scenario 3 Question 1

Scenario 3 Question 2

Scenario 3 Question 3