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Union urges quick contract talks as administrators and board recognize retirees
Summary
A union representative thanked curriculum leaders and urged the board to complete contract negotiations before summer; administrators thanked retirees and the business manager expressed appreciation for board support.
A representative speaking for district staff and the union told the board the union’s contract negotiations began more than a year ago and urged the board to reach a new agreement before the start of summer to remove uncertainty for district families and students.
The presenter said, "This union remains hopeful that the board will come to the table with a proposal that will help us reach a new agreement prior to the start of summer to eliminate any uncertainty for these Mars families," and emphasized the importance of resolving negotiations while school schedules are being set.
In response, administrators and board members thanked curriculum leaders and retirees. An administrative speaker identified in the meeting as Dr. Gross thanked curriculum leaders and noted the district recognized retirees prior to the board meeting, saying those exiting leave experience that will be difficult to replace. Separately, a business manager thanked the board and Dr. Gross for continued confidence and support related to a three-year agreement on the agenda.
The board did not announce a negotiation deadline or a settlement timeline in the public meeting; no formal bargaining outcome was reported.
