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GEM J. R. GRAW, Vice Chairman, Ocala S.C. BEXLEY, JR., Land O'Lakes ROBERT MARTINEZ, Tampa
JOE E. HILL, Treasurer, Leesburg N. BROOKS JOHNS, Lakeland LEWIS H. HOMER, Clearwater
Donald R. Feaster, Executive Director



February 7, 1977
SFEB 8 1977


L. M. Blain, Esquire
Post Office Box 1363
Tampa, Florida 33601

Re: Compulsory Binding Arbitration

Dear Buddy:

At a recent Labor Relation Seminar attended by District staff members,
there was indication that the Labor Unions would be supporting legislation
for compulsory binding arbitration in public employees related matters.
This would take the form of an amendment to the Public Employees
Relation Act under Chapter 447, Florida Statutes.

It is felt that Compulsory Binding Arbitration would not be in the
District's best interest and our position should be expressed at an
early stage.

Thus, I will try to keep a watch on any new legislation proposed along
these lines. Also, your efforts in expressing this position through
your contacts and the persons working in and around the legislature
would be of assistance.

Very truly yours,



JAY T. A ERN,
Staff Attorney

JTA:dr

cc: Herb Glass, Employee Relations Division Director