BARGAINING DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT. SECTION 1. This article applies to employees covered under the CMLA as described by the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA). This article addresses the ongoing bargaining relationship of the parties regarding the general and day-to-day administration of the CMLA. It is the intent of the parties to achieve an improved effective and efficient relationship. The “covered by” doctrine applies. In pursuit of these objectives, the following sections will apply.
SECTION 2. Past practices pertaining to personnel policies, practices, and working conditions in operation on the effective date of this Agreement will continue if they comply with applicable law and regulations, and they have not been otherwise altered or addressed by this CMLA.
BARGAINING DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT. Section 1 - This Master Agreement shall constitute the master labor agreement between the parties. To the extent that directives within the discretion of VA management may be in conflict with this agreement, the provisions of the agreement will govern. Any supplemental/local agreement in existence at the time of the signing of this agreement will continue for up to 120 days from the date of approval of this Master Agreement or until the local parties have negotiated a new supplemental agreement, whichever is first, provided the provisions of the existing agreement do not conflict with this agreement or law. Section 2 National Level Bargaining - Proposed changes affecting personnel policies, practices or conditions of employment not excluded from collective bargaining by 38 USC 7422(b) which affect more than one station or originate above the facility level will be forwarded to each local in writing to provide them an opportunity to bargain, as appropriate, before local implementation. A copy of any material sent to the National NFFE Office under National Consultation Rights will also be sent to the Council President with 30 days from date of receipt to review and respond. When the Council bargains on behalf of all the Locals the parties will first make a good faith effort to reach agreement by conducting telephone negotiations, scheduled in advance. Such negotiations will begin no later than 10 work days after the union spokesperson receives management's counter-proposals. Telephone negotiations shall normally be on consecutive days until the negotiations are concluded. If the parties are unable to reach agreement, face to face negotiations shall be set at a mutually agreed upon date and location. The Union will be provided official time, per diem and travel for union negotiators up to the number of representatives Management designates for the bargaining, but not less than two. Local Level Bargaining - Local Managment will submit, in writing, proposed changes which are initiated at or below the facility level or under A above, affecting personnel policies, practices or conditions of employment which are not in conflict with the Master Agreement or the local supplemental agreement, which are initiated at or below the facility level to the Local Union President or his/her designee prior to implementation. The Local Union shall be given 15 calendar days to request negotiations or agree to the changes. Written proposals will be submitted at least 5 days prior...
BARGAINING DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT. (MID-TERM)
Section 1. The Employer agrees that personnel policies, practices, and matters affecting
Section 2. Known past practices that have become an integral part of working conditions will
Section 3. The Employer agrees to formally notify the Union in writing, of any proposed new or
BARGAINING DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT. Section 1: Union Notification
(a) AOC management will notify the Union of any changes in personnel, policies, practices, or other conditions of employment originating within the AOC that gives rise to a bargaining obligation.
(b) The parties agree that they will not bargain over any de minimis changes.
BARGAINING DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT. SECTION 1. Under current law a mutual right exists to initiate bargaining over negotiable matters not covered by an applicable collective bargaining agreement. The parties therefore agree to respect each other's right to initiate bargaining over matters not covered by this Agreement during the life of the Agreement.
BARGAINING DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT. SECTION 1. Under current law a mutual right exists to initiate bargaining over negotiable matters not covered by an applicable collective bargaining agreement. The parties therefore agree to respect each other’s right to initiate bargaining over matters not covered by this Agreement during the life of the Agreement.
A. When, at any time during the life of this Agreement, Management proposes a change that affects the employees’ conditions of employment, or that involves procedures or arrangements for which negotiations are required under 5 U.S.C. 7106(b)(2) and (3) (i.e., so-called “impact and implementation” bargaining), Management shall give the Union notice in writing. The notice shall state the nature of and reasons for the proposed change or other action for which negotiations are required. Within ten calendar days following receipt of such notice, the Union shall notify Management in writing of its desire to consult or negotiate upon the proposed change. Within ten calendar days of the Union’s notification to consult or negotiate over the proposed action, the Union shall submit specific written proposals, which may include a proposal that the change not be made. The Union’s proposals will clearly articulate the adverse effects of Management’s proposed change and how the proposals specifically apply to the employees affected. If required, the parties agree to begin bargaining as soon as practicable, but not later than 14 calendar days after submission of the Union’s proposals.
B. The results of negotiations under this section shall be reduced to writing in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Disputes over the interpretation or application of an MOU will be resolved pursuant to the grievance procedure in ARTICLE 9.
C. In the event of impasse, Management may implement its last best offer once the parties have reached impasse unless, within seven calendar days after impasse, the Union has contacted and requested the services of the FMCS or, where appropriate, the Federal Service Impasses Panel (FSIP). If the services of the FMCS or FSIP are timely requested, Management shall maintain the status quo to the maximum extent possible, that is, to the extent consistent with the necessary functioning of the agency.
D. Where the Union requests information in response to a change proposed by Management, the information will be provided consistent with ARTICLE 6 of this Agreement. The parties agree to continue any ongoing negotiations pending Management's response...
BARGAINING DURING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT
