This Compensation Agreement is entered into between the Government of the District of Columbia and the undersigned labor organizations representing units of employees comprising Compensation Units 1 and 2, as certified by the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB).

The Agreement was reached after negotiating during which the parties were able to negotiate on any and all negotiable compensation issues, and contains the full agreement of the parties as to all such compensation issues. The Agreement shall not be reconsidered during its life nor shall either party make any changes in compensation for the duration of the Agreement unless by mutual consent or as provided for elsewhere in this Agreement or as required by law.

The parties recognize the importance of labor stability and the District will seek to provide employment security to members of the bargaining units. The parties further recognize that the District maintains the right to determine the mission of the District Government, its budget, organization and the number of employees.