Common use of UNIVERSITY/UNION RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clause in Contracts

UNIVERSITY/UNION RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 6.1 The parties agree that it is desirable that they develop and maintain a working relationship of mutual respect and continuous improvement. The parties agree further that each party shall be totally free of interference from the other in the selection of individuals designated to fulfill the various responsibilities of each party described in this Agreement. Finally, the parties affirm their mutual commitment to the principle that each party to the Agreement shall provide whatever financial or human resources are necessary to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement. The Union agrees that there shall be no Union activity during paid working hours, except as explicitly provided for by this Agreement. The University agrees that it shall take appropriate steps to see that all bargaining unit members shall have the opportunity to enjoy the provisions of this Agreement, regardless of their scheduled working hours, subject to specific provisions elsewhere in this Agreement. 6.2 Representatives of the University’s Office of Human Resources and the Union shall meet at mutually convenient times during regular working hours to discuss matters of mutual concern. Either party may request that a specific topic be discussed, providing the request is made in writing a minimum of five