Why Does A Collective Bargaining Agreement Matter?
For many organizations at a point in their development similar to that of Westchester, the decision to move the organization to the colloquial “next level” can be identified by a number of benchmarks and one of the best defined is the implementation of a collective bargaining agreement. This sort of resolution demonstrates a higher level of commitment on the part of an organization’s stewards toward improving artistic accomplishment and expanding mission oriented goals. Along with the details mentioned above, specific examples in Westchester’s new agreement include defining opportunities for using audio and video recordings, participation in a health care shortfall fund for musicians whose coverage is at risk, and increased stakeholder ownership through the ability of the orchestra committee to make on-the-spot work rule decisions with management in rehearsal or performance settings when real-time issues may arise. Ultimately, an increased commitment toward fulfilling mission goals and
