Common use of Grievance Impasse Clause in Contracts

Grievance Impasse. If the aggrieved is not satisfied with the disposition of the grievance at Level Four, the grievant, with concurrence of the Executive Committee, may within twenty (20) days submit the grievance to arbitration by the American Arbitration Association, whose rules and regulations shall likewise govern the proceedings. The arbitrator may not add to, alter, or delete from the terms of the negotiated items. The arbitrator shall have all power and remedies within lawful statutes to render an award which shall be final and binding to all parties. The cost for the services of the arbitrator will be borne by the party whose position was not sustained by the arbitrator. Should a decision be rendered by the arbitrator which is in favor of both parties (i.e. split decision) the cost for the services of the arbitrator shall be shared equally.