Common use of Growing Our Future Meetings Clause in Contracts

Growing Our Future Meetings. 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 – see last page of this document) ▪ Appreciation and Recognition (identifying things that are going well and/or people that should be recognized and appreciated) Topics NOT for Discussion: ▪ Changing the terms of the contract ▪ Grievances, Employee Specific Issues, Duty To Accommodates, Harassment Complaints and/or Specific Discipline Cases Meeting Structure The meeting structure is outlined below to ensure consistency in the process for each store: ▪ Meetings shall be scheduled in advance and on a monthly basis in every store and shall not be rescheduled unless mutually agreed. ▪ Shop Stewards and Store Management will be scheduled to attend the meetings. ▪ A monthly schedule of meetings shall be confirmed during the January Growing Our Future meeting. ▪ Schedule members from various departments to attend meetings on a rotating basis to increase exposure of the process to all people in the store ▪ Guests/Observers who volunteer to attend will be scheduled whenever possible to encourage employee participation ▪ Union Representatives/LR Specialists are invited to attend the meetings ▪ Responsibility for chairing meetings is to alternate each meeting between the Union and Management (all participants will be encouraged to take a turn as the chair). Shop Stewards will be permitted adequate time during a regularly scheduled shift to prepare an agenda in advance of meetings where the Union is the chair. ▪ Follow up and follow through on commitments in a timely and respectful manner ▪ Meeting minutes are to be taken, agreed to and signed off by a Shop Xxxxxxx and Management and then submitted to UFCW 1518 and OFG Head Office by the end of the following business day. **Please note, all members are encouraged to raise ideas, issues and concerns as they occur rather than wait for the meeting, so that matters can be addressed by both parties in a timely manner ** Communication ▪ Meeting minutes are to be posted on the Union Board and Store Communications Board for all employees to read. ▪ The participants of the committee are to develop a timeline of completion for any action items that arise out of the meeting. ▪ Discussion on topics from the meeting should be followed up on in between meeting dates to ensure there is communication and follow up between the parties. ▪ Throughout the process participants are to hold each other accountable to the Shared Values and Goals by communicating concerns in this process. Roll-Out ▪ A representative from both OFG and UFCW 1518 will be responsible for providing support and guidance in the roll-out of this process. This will include an initial orientation to the meeting structure, and this team will continue to be a resource to any store that requires assistance (i.e. 6 months -12 months). ▪ These representatives will review the monthly meeting minutes and follow up with specific stores if there are any questions or concerns that need to be addressed. After the initial roll-out of the Growing Our Future Meetings, further meetings will be held with Shop Stewards and Management to discuss the importance of all participants to sign off on the Values and Goals at store level.

Growing Our Future Meetings. ‌ 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 – see last page of this document) ▪  Appreciation and Recognition (identifying things that are going well and/or people that should be recognized and appreciated) Topics NOT for Discussion: ▪  Changing the terms of the contract ▪  Grievances, Employee Specific Issues, Duty To Accommodates, Harassment Complaints and/or Specific Discipline Cases Meeting Structure The meeting structure is outlined below to ensure consistency in the process for each store: ▪  Meetings shall be scheduled in advance and on a monthly basis in every store and shall not be rescheduled unless mutually agreed. ▪  Shop Stewards and Store Management will be scheduled to attend the meetings. ▪ A monthly schedule of meetings shall be confirmed during the January Growing Our Future meeting. ▪  Schedule members from various departments to attend meetings on a rotating basis to increase exposure of the process to all people in the store ▪  Guests/Observers who volunteer to attend will be scheduled whenever possible to encourage employee participation ▪  Union Representatives/LR Specialists are invited to attend the meetings ▪  Responsibility for chairing meetings is to alternate each meeting between the Union and Management (all participants will be encouraged to take a turn as the chair). Shop Stewards will be permitted adequate time during a regularly scheduled shift to prepare an agenda in advance of meetings where the Union is the chair. ▪ )  Follow up and follow through on commitments in a timely and respectful manner ▪  Meeting minutes are to be taken, agreed to and signed off by a Shop Xxxxxxx and Management and then submitted to UFCW 1518 and OFG Head Office by the end of the following business day. **Please note, all members are encouraged to raise ideas, issues and concerns as they occur rather than wait for the meeting, so that matters can be addressed by both parties in a timely manner manner. ** Communication ▪  Meeting minutes are to be posted on the Union Board and Store Communications Board for all employees to read. ▪  The participants of the committee are to develop a timeline of completion for any action items that arise out of the meeting. ▪  Discussion on topics from the meeting should be followed up on in between meeting dates to ensure there is communication and follow up between the parties. ▪  Throughout the process participants are to hold each other accountable to the Shared Values and Goals by communicating concerns in this process. Roll-Out ▪  A representative from both OFG and UFCW 1518 will be responsible for providing support and guidance in the roll-out of this process. This will include an initial orientation to the meeting structure, and this team will continue to be a resource to any store that requires assistance (i.e. 6 months -12 months). ▪  These representatives will review the monthly meeting minutes and follow up with specific stores if there are any questions or concerns that need to be addressed. After the initial roll-out of the Growing Our Future Meetings, further meetings will be held with Shop Stewards and Management to discuss the importance of all participants to sign off on the Values and Goals at store level.

Growing Our Future Meetings. 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 – see last page of this document) ▪ Appreciation and Recognition (identifying things that are going well and/or people that should be recognized and appreciated) Topics NOT for Discussion: ▪ Changing the terms of the contract ▪ Grievances, Employee Specific Issues, Duty To Accommodates, Harassment Complaints and/or Specific Discipline Cases Meeting Structure The meeting structure is outlined below to ensure consistency in the process for each store: ▪ Meetings shall be scheduled in advance and on a monthly basis in every store and shall not be rescheduled unless mutually agreed. ▪ Shop Stewards and Store Management will be scheduled to attend the meetings. ▪ A monthly schedule of meetings shall be confirmed during the January Growing Our Future meeting. ▪ Schedule members from various departments to attend meetings on a rotating basis to increase exposure of the process to all people in the store ▪ Guests/Observers who volunteer to attend will be scheduled whenever possible to encourage employee participation ▪ Union Representatives/LR Specialists are invited to attend the meetings ▪ Responsibility for chairing meetings is to alternate each meeting between the Union and Management (all participants will be encouraged to take a turn as the chair). Shop Stewards will be permitted adequate time during a regularly scheduled shift to prepare an agenda in advance of meetings where the Union is the chair. ▪ Follow up and follow through on commitments in a timely and respectful manner ▪ Meeting minutes are to be taken, agreed to and signed off by a Shop Xxxxxxx and Management and then submitted to UFCW 1518 and OFG Head Office by the end of the following business day. **Please note, all members are encouraged to raise ideas, issues and concerns as they occur rather than wait for the meeting, so that matters can be addressed by both parties in a timely manner ** Communication ▪ Meeting minutes are to be posted on the Union Board and Store Communications Board for all employees to read. ▪ The participants of the committee are to develop a timeline of completion for any action items that arise out of the meeting. ▪ Discussion on topics from the meeting should be followed up on in between meeting dates to ensure there is communication and follow up between the parties. ▪ Throughout the process participants are to hold each other accountable to the Shared Values and Goals by communicating concerns in this process. process Roll-Out ▪ A representative from both OFG and UFCW 1518 will be responsible for providing support and guidance in the roll-out of this process. This will include an initial orientation to the meeting structure, and this team will continue to be a resource to any store that requires assistance (i.e. 6 months -12 months). ▪ These representatives will review the monthly meeting minutes and follow up with specific stores if there are any questions or concerns that need to be addressed. After the initial roll-out of the Growing Our Future Meetings, further meetings will be held with Shop Stewards and Management to discuss the importance of all participants to sign off on the Values and Goals at store level.

Growing Our Future Meetings. ‌ 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 – see last page of this document) ▪ Appreciation and Recognition (identifying things that are going well and/or people that should be recognized and appreciated) Topics NOT for Discussion: ▪ Changing the terms of the contract ▪ Grievances, Employee Specific Issues, Duty To Accommodates, Harassment Complaints and/or Specific Discipline Cases Meeting Structure The meeting structure is outlined below to ensure consistency in the process for each store: ▪ Meetings shall be scheduled in advance and on a monthly basis in every store and shall not be rescheduled unless mutually agreed. ▪ Shop Stewards and Store Management will be scheduled to attend the meetings. ▪ A monthly schedule of meetings shall be confirmed during the January Growing Our Future meeting. ▪ Schedule members from various departments to attend meetings on a rotating basis to increase exposure of the process to all people in the store ▪ Guests/Observers who volunteer to attend will be scheduled whenever possible to encourage employee participation ▪ Union Representatives/LR Specialists are invited to attend the meetings ▪ Responsibility for chairing meetings is to alternate each meeting between the Union and Management (all participants will be encouraged to take a turn as the chair). Shop Stewards will be permitted adequate time during a regularly scheduled shift to prepare an agenda in advance of meetings where the Union is the chair. ) ▪ Follow up and follow through on commitments in a timely and respectful manner ▪ Meeting minutes are to be taken, agreed to and signed off by a Shop Xxxxxxx and Management and then submitted to UFCW 1518 and OFG Head Office by the end of the following business day. **Please note, all members are encouraged to raise ideas, issues and concerns as they occur rather than wait for the meeting, so that matters can be addressed by both parties in a timely manner manner. ** Communication ▪ Meeting minutes are to be posted on the Union Board and Store Communications Board for all employees to read. ▪ The participants of the committee are to develop a timeline of completion for any action items that arise out of the meeting. ▪ Discussion on topics from the meeting should be followed up on in between meeting dates to ensure there is communication and follow up between the parties. ▪ Throughout the process participants are to hold each other accountable to the Shared Values and Goals by communicating concerns in this process. Roll-Out ▪ A representative from both OFG and UFCW 1518 will be responsible for providing support and guidance in the roll-out of this process. This will include an initial orientation to the meeting structure, and this team will continue to be a resource to any store that requires assistance (i.e. 6 months -12 months). ▪ These representatives will review the monthly meeting minutes and follow up with specific stores if there are any questions or concerns that need to be addressed. After the initial roll-out of the Growing Our Future Meetings, further meetings will be held with Shop Stewards and Management to discuss the importance of all participants to sign off on the Values and Goals at store level.

Growing Our Future Meetings. 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 – see last page of this document) ▪ Appreciation and Recognition (identifying things that are going well and/or people that should be recognized and appreciated) Topics NOT for Discussion: ▪ Changing the terms of the contract ▪ Grievances, Employee Specific Issues, Duty To Accommodates, Harassment Complaints and/or Specific Discipline Cases Meeting Structure The meeting structure is outlined below to ensure consistency in the process for each store: ▪ Meetings shall be scheduled in advance and on a monthly basis in every store and shall not be rescheduled unless mutually agreed. ▪ Shop Stewards and Store Management will be scheduled to attend the meetings. ▪ A monthly schedule of meetings shall be confirmed during the January Growing Our Future meeting. ▪ Schedule members from various departments to attend meetings on a rotating basis to increase exposure of the process to all people in the store ▪ Guests/Observers who volunteer to attend will be scheduled whenever possible to encourage employee participation ▪ Union Representatives/LR Specialists are invited to attend the meetings ▪ Responsibility for chairing meetings is to alternate each meeting between the Union and Management (all participants will be encouraged to take a turn as the chair). Shop Stewards will be permitted adequate time during a regularly scheduled shift to prepare an agenda in advance of meetings where the Union is the chair. ) ▪ Follow up and follow through on commitments in a timely and respectful manner ▪ Meeting minutes are to be taken, agreed to and signed off by a Shop Xxxxxxx and Management and then submitted to UFCW 1518 and OFG Head Office by the end of the following business day. **Please note, all members are encouraged to raise ideas, issues and concerns as they occur rather than wait for the meeting, so that matters can be addressed by both parties in a timely manner ** Communication ▪ Meeting minutes are to be posted on the Union Board and Store Communications Board for all employees to read. ▪ The participants of the committee are to develop a timeline of completion for any action items that arise out of the meeting. ▪ Discussion on topics from the meeting should be followed up on in between meeting dates to ensure there is communication and follow up between the parties. ▪ Throughout the process participants are to hold each other accountable to the Shared Values and Goals by communicating concerns in this process. process Roll-Out ▪ A representative from both OFG and UFCW 1518 will be responsible for providing support and guidance in the roll-out of this process. This will include an initial orientation to the meeting structure, and this team will continue to be a resource to any store that requires assistance (i.e. 6 months -12 months). ▪ These representatives will review the monthly meeting minutes and follow up with specific stores if there are any questions or concerns that need to be addressed. After the initial roll-out of the Growing Our Future Meetings, further meetings will be held with Shop Stewards and Management to discuss the importance of all participants to sign off on the Values and Goals at store level.

Growing Our Future Meetings. 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 – see last page of this document) ▪  Appreciation and Recognition (identifying things that are going well and/or people that should be recognized and appreciated) Topics NOT for Discussion: ▪  Changing the terms of the contract ▪  Grievances, Employee Specific Issues, Duty To Accommodates, Harassment Complaints and/or Specific Discipline Cases Meeting Structure The meeting structure is outlined below to ensure consistency in the process for each store: ▪  Meetings shall be scheduled in advance and on a monthly basis in every store and shall not be rescheduled unless mutually agreed. ▪  Shop Stewards and Store Management will be scheduled to attend the meetings. ▪ A monthly schedule of meetings shall be confirmed during the January Growing Our Future meeting. ▪  Schedule members from various departments to attend meetings on a rotating basis to increase exposure of the process to all people in the store ▪  Guests/Observers who volunteer to attend will be scheduled whenever possible to encourage employee participation ▪  Union Representatives/LR Specialists are invited to attend the meetings ▪  Responsibility for chairing meetings is to alternate each meeting between the Union and Management (all participants will be encouraged to take a turn as the chair). Shop Stewards will be permitted adequate time during a regularly scheduled shift to prepare an agenda in advance of meetings where the Union is the chair. ▪ )  Follow up and follow through on commitments in a timely and respectful manner ▪  Meeting minutes are to be taken, agreed to and signed off by a Shop Xxxxxxx and Management and then submitted to UFCW 1518 and OFG Head Office by the end of the following business day. **Please note, all members are encouraged to raise ideas, issues and concerns as they occur rather than wait for the meeting, so that matters can be addressed by both parties in a timely manner ** Communication ▪  Meeting minutes are to be posted on the Union Board and Store Communications Board for all employees to read. ▪  The participants of the committee are to develop a timeline of completion for any action items that arise out of the meeting. ▪  Discussion on topics from the meeting should be followed up on in between meeting dates to ensure there is communication and follow up between the parties. ▪  Throughout the process participants are to hold each other accountable to the Shared Values and Goals by communicating concerns in this process. process Roll-Out ▪  A representative from both OFG and UFCW 1518 will be responsible for providing support and guidance in the roll-out of this process. This will include an initial orientation to the meeting structure, and this team will continue to be a resource to any store that requires assistance (i.e. 6 months -12 months). ▪  These representatives will review the monthly meeting minutes and follow up with specific stores if there are any questions or concerns that need to be addressed. After the initial roll-out of the Growing Our Future Meetings, further meetings will be held with Shop Stewards and Management to discuss the importance of all participants to sign off on the Values and Goals at store level.