It is important to note that the represented labor force, at approximately 68% of total, is the largest part of the Port Authority employee base. The Board of Commissioners recognizes it will be critical to work collaboratively with both represented and non‐ represented employees to improve efficiency and productivity. In furtherance of that objective, expired union contracts are being carefully evaluated not only for unit labor costs and benefits, but also with particular focus on work rule modifications that would be constructive in advancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Port Authority’s operations, prior to collective bargaining negotiations. .
