On September 21, 2007, this hearing officer conducted a conference call with the parties to discuss the submission of two (2) affidavits by the Town as well as a potential settlement agreement. On October 17, 2007, the Town submitted the two (2) affidavits which signaled the absence of a settlement agreement, and the record was declared closed.

Instead of suspending the Appellant, which would permanently blemish his employment record and preclude him from promotions in the future, the Chief and the attorney for the Police Union discussed a proposed settlement that would include a counseling program. The Chief testified that he did not want this situation to mar [the Appellants] career. I found the Chief to be credible on this point. (Testimony of Chief Teachman) 8 21.

Until such time, the parties may engage in settlement discussions regarding an alternative remedy that foregoes the need for the above-referenced orders. Absent notification that such a settlement has been reached, this decision shall become effective March 9, 2012. Civil Service Commission ________________________________ Christopher C.

Universit y of Massachusetts, 32 MLC 186, integral 191 (2005). role in the knowledge The Housing Authority nevert heless argues that SPMs Housing they gain Authoritys through collective their budgetary and bargaining Preparations due other responsibilities. play an to the However, because the SPMs are not on the bargaining tea m, do not formulate actual proposals and in play no role Strategy demonstrate that the SPMs development or settlement, the

The position of Property Manager had always been included in bargaining Unit A (See Shortly after the parties executed the settlement Paragraph 12 Joint Stipulations). agreement on April 12, 2006, Wayne Souza, the Union President, was called into a meeting with Director Thomas Collins and Deputy Director Daniel McDonald to discuss the creation of the new Senior Property Manager position.

In addition, the Parties are directed to confer as to whether they are willing to engage the services of a DLR Mediator for possible settlement. Utilization of a mediator will not delay the commencement of the Hearing. 2.

In addition, the Parties are directed to confer as to whether they are willing to engage the services of a DLR Mediator for possible settlement. Utilization of a mediator will not delay the commencement of the Hearing. 1.

lV] TI Yes No Note: The Division may decline to issue a complaint unless reasonable settlement efforts have been made by the charging party 456 CMR 15.04(1). The Division may refer the charge to a Divison mediator for settlement discussions. INFORMATION ON CHARGING PARTY 17. Name King Philip Teachers Association 19. 20. Telephone Number Matthew Jones Esquire 617-742-7950 Address (street and No., city/town, state, and ZIP code) c/o MTA; 22. 18.

Crayton, Jr., President Evelyn Aiden, Vice President James Rettman Colin Marsetta Sal Mirabella MANNER OF SETTLEMENT IN LAST TWO CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS (Mediation, Fact Finding, etc.)

other employees generally in public and private employment in comparable communities; 6) 7) | . 9) The Cost of Living as determined by the Department of Labor; The overall compensation presently received by the employees, including direct wages and fringe benefits; Tax levy limit Prop 2 % Comparable tax rates; 10) Municipal growth rates residential/commercial 11) 12) 13) 14) Free cash/reserves; Mean residential income; Debt/projected expenses; Other settlements

Vv] C Yes No Note: The Division may decline to issue a complaint unless reasonable settlement efforts have been made by the charging party 456 CMR 15.04(1). The Division may refer the charge to a Divison mediator for settlement discussions. INFORMATION 17. Name Plymouth Fire Fighters, Local 1768 19. ON CHARGING PARTY 18. Representative to contact 20. Telephone Number Jillian M.

lv] Yes L No Note: The Division may decline to issue a complaint unless reasonable settlement efforts have been made by the charging party 456 CMR 15.04(1). The Division may refer the charge to a Divison mediator for settlement discussions . INFORMATION ON CHARGING PARTY 17. Name Plymouth Fire Fighters, Local 1768 19. 18. Representative to contact 20.

lV Yes L_| No Note: The DLR may decline to issue a complaint unless reasonable settlement efforts have been made by the charging party. 456 CMR 15.04(7). INFORMATION ON CHARGING PARTY 17. Name Brookline Educators Union 19. 18. Representative to contact 20. Telephone Number Matthew Jones, Esq. 617-878-8283 Address (street and No., city/town, state, and ZIP code) 20 Ashburton Pl, Boston, MA 22. 21.

In addition, the Parties are directed to confer as to whether they are willing to engage the services of a DLR Mediator for possible settlement. Utilization of a mediator will not delay the commencement of the Hearing.