Steps for Managing Bargaining Impasse: From Informal Negotiations to Mediation
This guide outlines the essential steps for handling bargaining impasses, starting from informal negotiations and continuing through formal processes if a settlement is not reached. Important phases include the declaration of impasse by the IEERB, the appointment of a mediator, and mediation sessions lasting between 1 to 30 days. If necessary, parties will exchange their Last Best Offers (LBOs) before factfinding occurs, which takes 1 to 15 days. Finally, if the issues remain unresolved, there may be appeals to the IEERB or the court.
Steps for Managing Bargaining Impasse: From Informal Negotiations to Mediation
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Bargaining/Impasse Steps • Informal Bargaining (optional) • Bargaining (after August 1) • If settle, send ratified contract to IEERB • If don’t settle: • Declaration of Impasse by IEERB • Appointment of Mediator by IEERB • Mediation (1-3 sessions; 1-30 days) • Parties exchange Last, Best Offer (LBO) • Appointment of Factfinder • Factfinding (1-15 days) • Appeal to IEERB • Appeal to Court