Labor Negotiation Services

2026-11-03

1 . Project initiation and planning , including : a ) Kickoff meeting with City leadership and project team ; confirm scope , roles , communication protocols , schedule , and deliverables . b ) Conduct document review , including current labor agreements for : police patrol , police sergeants , assistant police chiefs , police administrative staff , community service officers , and fire ; relevant policies ; compensation and benefits data ; and prior negotiation records . Current contracts available upon request . 2 . Bargaining strategy and preparation , including : a ) Analysis of current contract provisions , comparables , and operational needs ; identification of priorities , risks , and cost implications . b ) Development of bargaining parameters , proposals , and timelines for each unit . c ) Briefing summary and negotiation plan for each unit , including proposed language and fiscal impact assessment . 3 . Contract Negotiations , including : a ) Lead or co - lead negotiation sessions for all six units , including preparation of proposals , counterproposals , and package offers . b ) Real - time counsel to the City ’ s team ; maintain negotiation logs and redlines . c ) Coordinate with City staff on costing , fiscal impact assessments , and communications . 4 . Tentative agreements and approvals a ) Draft and memorialize tentative agreements ; in conjunction with in - house legal team , prepare revised contract language for each unit . b ) Assist City Attorney with preparation of materials for City Council approval . 5 . Deliverables , including : a ) Final clean and redline contract documents for each unit . b ) Summary of changes and implementation guidance for Human Resources , Finance , and department leadership . c ) Post - negotiation debrief and recommendations . 6 . Project management and reporting : a ) Biweekly written status updates and milestone tracking . b ) Attendance at internal meetings and City Council updates as requested ( usually 1 - 2 evening closed sessions with City Council toward end of negotiation process ). c ) Secure document management and version control .

Minnesota

2026-05-02