Definitions and Intentions Clause Samples
The "Definitions and Intentions" clause establishes the specific meanings of key terms and clarifies the overall purpose or objectives of the agreement. It typically lists important words or phrases used throughout the contract, assigning them precise definitions to avoid ambiguity, and may also outline the parties' shared goals or the context in which the agreement is made. By doing so, this clause ensures that all parties have a common understanding of the language and intent of the contract, reducing the risk of misunderstandings or disputes over interpretation.
Definitions and Intentions. A. ADR is an informal process which seeks early resolution of employee(s), labor, and management disputes.
B. Any ADR process must be jointly designed by the Union and the Department. ADR should be effective, timely, and efficient. It should focus on conflict resolution and problem-solving and ▇▇▇▇▇▇ a cooperative labor and management relationship. Participation in the ADR process must be voluntary.
C. ADR may be used in the context of labor-management cooperation.
D. The parties agree to ongoing evaluation to improve the process.
Definitions and Intentions. A. ADR is an informal process which seeks early resolution of employee(s), labor, and management disputes.
B. ADR should be effective, timely, and efficient. It should focus on conflict resolution, problem-solving, and ▇▇▇▇▇▇ a cooperative labor and management relationship. Participation in the ADR process must be voluntary.
C. ADR may be used in the context of labor-management cooperation.
D. ADR resolutions shall not set precedent unless mutually agreed to by authorized representatives of the Parties. Resolutions under ADR cannot conflict with or supersede other agreements between the Parties.
E. An ADR problem-solving method can include mutually agreed upon third parties. Any cost associated with the use of the agreed upon third party will be shared equally between the parties. ADR methods may include but are not limited to early neutral evaluation, mediation, interest-based problem solving, peer review, conciliation, facilitation, and neutral fact-finding, as agreed.
F. ADR methods may be used prior to or during a grievance/arbitration or statutory appeal. In the use of ADR processes, contractual time frames normally will be stayed. The length of the stay will be determined by mutual consent on a case-by-case basis, and subject to Section 1 of this Article. Statutory time frames cannot be stayed.
Definitions and Intentions. ▇. ▇▇▇ is a collection of informal processes and techniques by which parties may seek early resolution of disputes in a manner other than formal litigation.
B. Any ADR process must be acceptable to both Union and Management.
Definitions and Intentions. ▇▇▇ is an informal process which seeks early resolution of employee(s), labor, and management disputes.
Definitions and Intentions. ▇. ▇▇▇ is a collection of informal processes and techniques by which parties may seek early resolution of disputes in a manner other than formal litigation.
B. Any ADR process must be acceptable to both Union and Management.