Question 1
The three basic models of collective bargaining in the states are:
◦ duel bargaining, closed shop, meet and confer.
◦ binding arbitration, "bargaining not required," work stoppage.
◦ binding arbitration, meet and confer, "bargaining not required."
◦ meet and confer, mediation between parties, bargaining.
Question 2
The purpose of collective bargaining is to:
◦ obtain jobs for union members.
◦ determine who should receive salary/benefits increases.
◦ allocate resources equitably to all governmental units.
◦ produce a bilateral written agreement to which both parties will bind themselves.