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Great Planning and Preparation Sets the Stage for

Communications

Presented byPeter K. Fagen

ACSA Negotiators’ RetreatJune 24, 2015

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Planning and PreparationFive Pointers1. Document and Budget Review2. Team Composition, Briefing and

Communication3. Political Considerations4. Setting Direction – Connecting LCAP to

Negotiations5. Communication

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Document and Budget Review CBA – barriers and un(der)-utilized

Language Grievances Site leader Input/”hot spots” Budget LCAP initiatives, outreach and support

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Team Composition, Briefing and Communication

Participants – Board member, community member?

Expectations and parameters – confidentiality, communication

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Political Considerations

Employee expectations Neighboring districts Trustees Community G.O. Bond or parcel tax

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Setting Direction – Connecting LCAP to Negotiations Review LCAP and initiatives Consider programmatic and service

investments Consider staffing changes, re-

assignments Consider professional development

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Tips Put budget on programs Put numbers on percentages Employee-based vs. vendor

professional development Cite support for programs

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Communication Begin with LCAP and initiatives Segue into negotiations Connect them

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