Policies » Section H: Negotiations » HP: Employee Job Actions / Action Regarding Work Stoppage

Policy Date: 08/15/2023

HSD File: HP
HOOKSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
EMPLOYEE JOB ACTIONS

Strikes and other forms of job action are unlawful and a violation of board policy. However, if a
work stoppage occurs, the Board will keep schools open so long as the health and safety of the
students and employees can be assured.

Action Regarding Work Stoppage

The initial decision as to whether or not schools will remain open will be made by the
Superintendent and/or designee in consultation with the Chairperson of the Board. If this
consultation is not possible, the Superintendent and/or designee is authorized to make the
decision.

There will be an emergency meeting of the Board during the evening the work stoppage has
occurred. If prior warning of a possible stoppage is forthcoming, the Superintendent is
authorized to call an emergency school board meeting to be held in the usual meeting place at a
designated time and date.

It is expressly understood that no board member other than the Chairperson or designee will
issue any press release or statements in regard to the work stoppage.

RSA 273-A:13 Strikes Prohibited. Strikes and other forms of job action by
public employees are hereby declared to be unlawful. A public employer shall be
entitled to petition the superior court for a temporary restraining order, pending
a final order of the board under RSA 273-A:6 for a strike or other form of job
action in violation of the provisions of this chapter, and may be awarded costs
and reasonable legal fees at the discretion of the court.

Statutory Reference:
RSA 273-A:13

Adopted: June 20, 2000
August 15, 2023