Common use of Grievance and Arbitration Hearings Clause in Contracts

Grievance and Arbitration Hearings. The time limits provided in this Article will be strictly observed unless extended by written agreement of the parties. In the event a grievance is filed after May 15 of any year, the parties will use their best efforts to process such grievance prior to the end of the school term or as soon thereafter as possible. Failure of the grievant to proceed with his/her grievance within the times herein before provided will result in the dismissal of the grievance. Failure of the District to take the required action within the times provided will entitle the grievant or Association, as the case may be, to proceed to the next step on the grievance procedure.