8.6: Appendix 8.6: Alberta Teachers' Association (ATA) Labour Relations Committee Terms of Reference

Policy

Purpose:

1. The purpose of the Alberta Teachers' Association Labour Relations Committee are twofold:

1.1. To meet with representatives of the ATA Local to propose collective agreement changes; and

1.2. To negotiate and conclude memoranda of agreement for recommendation to the Board.

Powers and Duties:

2. The Alberta Teachers' Association Labour Relations Committee has the authority to:

2.1. Establish Board proposals within established Board mandates and guidelines;

2.2. Negotiate with representatives of the ATA Local; and

2.3. Make recommendations to the Board for ratification.

Membership / Quorum:

3. Membership in the Alberta Teachers' Association Labour Relations Committee shall consist of:

3.1. Two (2) trustees and one (1) alternate trustee, with a quorum of two (2) trustees; and

3.2. The Superintendent or designate(s).

3.3. Voting Membership shall consist of:

3.3.1. Two (2) trustees appointed to Alberta Teachers' Association Labour Relations Committee at the Board Organizational Meeting.

3.3.1.1. The alternate trustee shall not be a voting member, unless required to meet quorum.

Decision-Making Process:

4. The Alberta Teachers' Association Labour Relations Committee shall make all decisions and / or recommendations to the Board, by simple mafority of the voting members.

Meetings:

5. Meetings shall be closed to the public; and

6. Meetings shall be held as required to negotiate or interpret agreements.