Download - Devloping Proposals
Developing Proposals
Bargaining AgendaCreating List of Proposals
Setting Priorities
Setting Parameters
Developing Arguments
Membership InterestsEncourage member expression
Needs Problems priorities
Membership Forums
Traditional union meetings
Special meetings: gather views
Small group meetings
Negotiation Survey (see example in lesson block)
One-on-one meetings
Contract ReviewNeeds for improvement
Review grievances/arbitration
Employer policy effects
Collect Information Essential unit employee facts
Health benefits (active and retirees)
Pensions/Profit Sharing/401k
Employer’s Financial Informaton
Request for InformationRequest Necessary and relevant
In writing
Legal right to information
Usually requires repeated requests
Refusal to provide: Unfair Labor Practice
See example request letter p.35 Ex 2.2 textbook