AALA received the District-signed side letters yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon. The AALA bargaining team’s goal, as always, is to address the most pressing issues on the minds of members. It is important to be upfront and inform you that the District showed little sensitivity or interest on the topic of remuneration for AALA members. The bargaining team approached the negotiations knowing full well that this topic was going to be a heavy lift. This is especially so because