Jay could be worth his money

I don't know what Jay Greening charges but he could be a lawyer worth his rate. Everything he had to offer was outstanding. His suggestions about how to propose a financial package that is substancially less than what the teachers are asking for was excellent. The message was clear when it comes to the boards bargaining on the language in the contract. Give your rational for why you're proposing what you're proposing and don't play games with throw aways. This doesn't necessary mean that a line has been draw in the sand. It simply means that this is a firm belief. The follow up on past practice was beneficial as well. The examples of comparisons made for a more beneficial discussion. In the future I'd suggest having him come on the first weekend before the interest based presentation.