Madison Teachers Agree Not to Strike

Madison teachers Wednesday (October 29) agreed not to engage in disruptive labor actions while they continue to negotiate a new contract with the school board.

Dane County Circuit Judge Richard Callaway accepted an agreement between the school board and Madison Teachers Inc. that allows for continuation of negotations without the threat of a strike.

The agreement also protects Madison teachers and the union from any substantial fines for a September 5 "sick-out."

Callaway became involved in the contract dispute when the school board filed suit against teachers following the sick-out.

The understanding worked out between the teachers and school board Wednesday lasts until June 30, 1999 -- the expiration date of the two-year contract that is now being negotiated.

State mediator Bill Houlihan said bargaining will resume next week.

More on the MTI and statewide bargaining situation

Posted October 30, 1997