Non-clients: $550 per attendee
Program Ends: 12:00 PM
State revenues have been quite tumultuous over the last few years and projections for 2023-24 were reduced quite significantly due to lower-than-expected tax receipts. Although state tax collections are outpacing projections in 2024-25, local educational agencies (LEAs) are still constrained by a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of only 1.07%. The low COLA combined with declining enrollment has created financial challenges for LEAs that are preparing for bargaining. LEAs must work to solve the complex puzzle of balancing LEA fiscal solvency with competitive compensation packages to recruit and retain highly qualified staff. Amidst these challenges, it is more important than ever to understand the fundamentals of preparing for bargaining and effectively communicating the position of the LEA—including the continued tracking of one-time resources.
This webinar contains important information for all levels of the business and fiscal departments, including accountants, fiscal directors, budget managers, and chief business officials, as well as other negotiating team members who want to learn more about the financial aspects of collective bargaining. Be sure to attend to learn new ideas for the experienced negotiator, as well as training for the newest participant on the management side of the table.
Webinar Topics
- Preparing for negotiations, mediation, factfinding, and the realities of impasse
- Illustrative examples of step and column costs, and the cost of 1%
- Establishing comparable agencies
- Pricing proposals and translating the costs into at-the-table language
- Simplified multiyear projection tool for costing proposals
- Negotiation pitfalls and missteps
- Effective strategies to communicate the LEA’s financial position and offer
Non-clients: $550 per attendee
Program Ends: 12:00 PM