Expeditious Resolution. It is the intent of the parties to use their respective commercially reasonable efforts to resolve expeditiously any dispute, controversy or claim between them with respect to the matters covered by this Agreement that may arise from time to time on a mutually acceptable negotiated basis. In furtherance of the foregoing, any party involved in a dispute, controversy or claim may deliver a notice (an “Escalation Notice”) demanding an in-person meeting involving representatives of the parties at a senior level of management (or if the parties agree, of the appropriate business function or division within such entity). A copy of any such Escalation Notice shall be delivered addressed to the General Counsel, or like chief legal officer or official, of each party involved in the dispute, controversy or claim (which copy shall state that it is an Escalation Notice pursuant to this Agreement). Any agenda, location or procedure for such discussions or negotiations between the parties may be established by agreement of the parties from time to time; provided, however, that the parties shall use their commercially reasonable efforts to meet within 20 days of the Escalation Notice.
Expeditious Resolution. Judgment to process a grievance under this provision shall not indicate agreement as to the validity of the grievance, but only that the parties view such action as an expeditious means of resolving said grievance. The School Board and the employee recognize and endorse the importance of bringing to light and adjusting grievances promptly. The initiation of a grievance, in good faith by an employee, will not cast any reflection on his/her standing with the Administration or his/her loyalty and desirability to the District nor will the grievance be considered as a reflection on the Administration or the School Board.
Expeditious Resolution. Judgment to process a grievance under this provision shall not indicate agreement as to the validity of the grievance, but only that the parties view such action as an expeditious means of resolving said grievance. The School Board and the employee recognize and endorse the importance of bringing to light and adjusting grievances promptly. The initiation of a grievance, in good faith by an employee, will not cast any reflection on his/her standing with the Administration or his/her loyalty and desirability to the District nor will the grievance be considered as a reflection on the Administration or the School Board. [5.1] Personal Absence
