GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (GRPS) -- The Grand Rapids Public Schools and the GREA are using the services of a state-appointed mediator, at no additional cost to the District or GREA, to assist the parties with reaching a consensus on the ongoing Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations.
The mediator, Mr. Tom Zulch, has been a Labor Mediator with the State since 2017 and is a former labor attorney working for the Police Officers Labor Council from 2004 through 2017 and the Detroit Police Officers Association from 1999 to 2004. Mr. Zulch brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the negotiation process. The District welcomes his assistance as we work towards a mutually agreed-upon contract and is happy with the progress made thus far in mediation.
There have been two mediation sessions to date - September 23 and September 30. The next scheduled session is set to take place on October 28, 2025.
