Research
Since its inception, the POAM has been committed to providing professional, in-house research services. Its research department has demonstrated that accurate data for negotiations often wins significant contracts. Even when contracts must go to ACT 312 arbitration, careful analysis and compelling evidence are major factors contributing to victories. Staffed by two experienced professionals, the POAM's research team responds each week to a variety of requests for information. Business agents working with local bargaining committees need to know what wages and benefits are available to other departments in the area. When pensions are being negotiated, actuarial costs for new benefits are decisive in gaining improvements. Health care issues, Social Security questions, work-practice surveys, and cost-of-living analyses are only a few of the areas addressed by Marv Dudzinski, and John Barr, Research Analyst. Mr. Dudzinski took advantage of a great opportunity to put his computer talents to work after retiring from the Woodhaven Police Department. Dudzinski now handles all POAM computer analysis of wages, benefits and work practices for the organization. Well known to POAM members through his positions as Executive Board member and POAM Secretary, Dudzinski combines the best of real-world experience and economic theory to assist the organization. John Barr arrived at POAM after thirty five years as a Detroit Police Officer, the last eighteen as a full -time Executive Board member. Mr. Barr was sought out by many private sector employers after his retirement from DPOA, but thankfully John chose to bring his expertise to POAM. |