Growing Our Future. Purpose The purpose of the Growing Our Future Meeting is to encourage open and candid discussion on topics and issues that arise at store level, so that Shop Stewards, Team Members and Management can work collaboratively to find solutions and ideas on improving the workplace for everyone.
Growing Our Future. Purpose The purpose of the Growing Our Future Meeting is to encourage open and candid discussion on topics and issues that arise at store level, so that Shop Stewards, Team Members and Management can work collaboratively to find solutions and ideas on improving the workplace for everyone. Guiding Principles Both the Union and the Employer have agreed that by committing to the Shared Values and Goals we can xxxxxx a more collaborative working relationship at all levels, including between Shop Stewards and Management at store level. Scope These meetings are to encourage a positive working relationship between Shop Stewards, Management and all employees at store level that focuses on taking a proactive approach to solving current and potential issues. While it is expected there may be times when the parties disagree, the discussion must be respectful and focus on the issue, not on judging the personalities. Suggested Topics FOR Discussion: • Sharing Ideas on Improving Customer Service/Growing Sales in the Store; • Solution-based discussion on any issues of concern that are raised; • Community Outreach by UFCW 1518 and/or OFG Management; • Update on Store and Company’s Overall Performance; • Discussion on Contract Items (if there are questions on a specific area in the • CBA); • Topic of the Month (discuss Collective Agreement language on the specified • Topic of the Month to be selected by a joint committee); • Appreciation and Recognition (identifying things that are going well and/or people that should be recognized and appreciated).
