More on labor negotiations

At last night’s council meeting, Mayor Dean Bunkers said he is seeking mediation to open labor contracts with the Teamsters, regarding 29 clerical and public works employees.

He said he has filed an Unfair Labor Practice complaint, and that finding dates for mediation has been a challenge.

“The clock is ticking,” he said. “I planned on being in negotiations with these two contracts by now.

“With the council’s assent I’d like to get a letter out with a 30 day notice of additional layoffs or furloughs.”

Council gave Bunkers assent to send this letter.