Negotiations
That Odor You Smell Is Disaster Blowing In The Wind
Fri, Jan 1, 2021
by Drew McManus
As a board member, it’s difficult to get an independent assessment of the institution and its strategic direction during periods of labor distress. There’s a natural inclination to look inward and draw strength from colleagues while not letting too many outside voices become a distraction. Having said that, you know things might be getting out
How Not To End The Dumpster Fire That Is 2020
Mon, Dec 12, 2020
by Drew McManus
2020 has been one series of challenges after another and while many groups have risen to meet the crisis with an eye toward shared sacrifice and longevity, there are always some that opt to engage in some of the very worst of behaviors. And what better way to end 2020 than point out an article
More Details On The Colorado Spring Philharmonic Orchestra’s Path Forward
Wed, Dec 12, 2020
by Drew McManus
On Monday, 12/7/2020, we learned the Federally mediated bargaining between the Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra (CSPO) and its musicians had broken down. At the time, the musicians issued a press statement that indicating they expect to pursue independent arbitration to address the illegal cancellation of their CBA. I reached out to the CSPO bass trombonist and
Mediation Fails To Resolve Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s Labor Dispute
Mon, Dec 12, 2020
by Drew McManus
After multiple weeks of Federally mediated bargaining, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic musicians released a press statement on 12/6/2020 to announce those efforts have failed to resolve the ongoing labor dispute. The dispute was triggered in October 2020 when the employer decided to terminate an existing collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and replace it with non-union work
The Latest Waypoint In The Met’s Ugly Labor War