Both parties recognize the importance of continued discussions on topics pertinent to the administration of this Agreement or any other mutually agreeable matters. Such dialogue is consistent with the intent of establishing a harmonious working relationship that should serve to facilitate the achievement of common objectives, promote high standards of academic excellence, and support an environment conducive to the effective delivery of a high quality education.
Consultation is a process by which each party is afforded an opportunity to professionally present ideas, create possible solutions, and express opinions on mutually selected topics. Such process carries with it no authority to alter or ignore the terms of this Agreement and shall not constitute or be used for the purposes of negotiation or discussion of grievances.
Such process carries with it a responsibility by both parties to meet on a periodic basis as requested or prescribed below. Accordingly, both parties agree to the following:
1)The Union Chapter President and the University Contract Administrator shall meet periodically for the purpose of discussing matters relevant to the administration of this Agreement or any other mutually agreeable topics. Upon mutual agreement, both parties may invite such other persons as deemed necessary for the proper discussion of mutually selected topics. Such meetings shall be held on mutually agreeable dates, at mutually agreeable times, and in mutually agreeable places. A scheduled meeting may be canceled by agreement of both parties.
2)The Northern Illinois University Provost and the Union Chapter President shall meet once each semester or as the parties agree for the purpose of discussing matters pertinent to the administration of this Agreement or any other mutually agreeable matters. Each party may invite such other persons as they feel necessary to such meetings and shall inform the other party of such persons who are invited. The meetings shall be held on mutually agreeable dates, at mutually agreeable times, and in mutually agreeable places. A scheduled meeting may be canceled by agreement of both parties.
3) The Associate Vice President for Administration and Human Resources (or designee) and the Union Chapter President shall meet once each semester or as the parties agree for the purpose of discussing mutually agreeable matters related to the Instructors’ bargaining unit. Each party may invite such other persons as they feel necessary to such meetings and shall inform the other party of such persons who are invited. The meetings shall be held on mutually agreeable dates, and at mutually agreeable times, and in mutually agreeable places. A scheduled meeting may be canceled by agreement of both parties.
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