Effect of Time Limits. The time limits specified herein are of the essence and may only be extended by mutual written agreement of the Town and the Union. Failure to process a Grievance within the time limits provided herein shall be deemed a waiver of such Grievance, and the Grievance shall be considered resolved in accordance with the position of the Town. Failure by the Town representatives to meet or respond to the Grievance within the time limits provided herein shall permit the Grievant or the Union, as appropriate, to process the Grievance to the next step provided they do so within the time limits set forth herein.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement