Common use of DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVES TO LAYOFF Clause in Contracts

DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVES TO LAYOFF. If it becomes necessary for the County to have a reduction in force or a reduction- in-hours in lieu of layoff, the parties mutually agree to discuss alternatives to layoff. Such discussions will include leaves of absences, voluntary layoffs, and/or other issues which may minimize mandatory layoffs or a reduction-in-hours in lieu of layoff by reducing costs within the unit. Either party shall give notice of its intention to discuss such issues. If possible such notice shall be given at least five (5) calendar days in advance of the time the discussions will begin. The parties will make every effort to reach agreement within fourteen (14) days. If a reduction in force or a reduction-in-hours in lieu of layoff occurs on or after October 3, 1982, the Association and the County will agree to discuss alternatives to layoffs for a period of fourteen (14) days after notice of reduction in force. It is understood that this Agreement does not limit the County's right to layoff or reduce hours in lieu of layoff for employees following the fourteen (14) day discussion if no agreement is reached regarding alternatives to layoffs.

DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVES TO LAYOFF. If it becomes necessary for the County to have a reduction in force of force, or a reduction- reduction-in-hours in lieu of layoff, the parties mutually agree to discuss alternatives to layoff. Such discussions will include leaves of absences, voluntary layoffs, and/or other issues which may minimize mandatory layoffs or a reduction-in-hours in lieu of layoff by reducing costs within the unit. Either party shall give notice of its intention to discuss such issues. If possible such notice shall be given at least five (5) calendar days in advance of the time the discussions will begin. The parties will make every effort to reach agreement within fourteen (14) days. If a reduction in force or a reduction-in-in hours in lieu of layoff occurs on or after October 3, 1982, the Association and the County will agree to discuss alternatives to layoffs for a period of fourteen (14) days after notice of reduction in force. It is understood that this Agreement does not limit the County's right to layoff or reduce hours in lieu of layoff for employees following the fourteen (14) day discussion if no agreement is reached regarding alternatives to layoffs.

DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVES TO LAYOFF. If it becomes necessary for the County to have a reduction in force of force, or a reduction- in-hours in lieu of layoff, the parties mutually agree to discuss alternatives to layoff. Such discussions will include leaves of absences, voluntary layoffs, and/or other issues which may minimize mandatory layoffs or a reduction-in-hours in lieu of layoff by reducing costs within the unit. Either party shall give notice of its intention to discuss such issues. If possible such notice shall be given at least five (5) calendar days in advance of the time the discussions will begin. The parties will make every effort to reach agreement within fourteen (14) days. If a reduction in force or a reduction-in-in hours in lieu of layoff occurs on or after October 3, 1982, the Association and the County will agree to discuss alternatives to layoffs for a period of fourteen (14) days after notice of reduction in force. It is understood that this Agreement does not limit the County's right to layoff or reduce hours in lieu of layoff for employees following the fourteen (14) day discussion if no agreement is reached regarding alternatives to layoffs.