Common use of Appeals to Arbitration Clause in Contracts

Appeals to Arbitration. Following the Union’s request for arbitration, an arbitrator shall be selected in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, or the parties may agree to designate an arbitrator using the CUNY Classified Staff Arbitration Panel. The employee shall have the right to have union representation during this appeal proceeding. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding. The fees and expenses of the American Arbitration Association and the arbitrator shall be borne equally by the parties.